Independence Oaks County Park up on Sashabaw Road has some seriously scenic trails and board walks. Next time I’m there, I hope to be able to slow down and take in the sights. No time for that last Sunday. I was there running as fast as I could with hundreds of others as part of […]
The Lahser Pre-Vocational Center on Dixie Highway has a new look inside, thanks to local designers. “It definitely makes a difference in there,” said Hollie Gyarmati, owner of 3AM Interior Design. “This makes it a nice space where folks can relax, a place to have fun.” Gyarmati was chosen as the south central regional winner […]
When John Nelson organized a special get-together of friends and family, he picked Lucky’s Steakhouse in Clio. It was most conveniently located. It’s name was appropriate, too, especially since those he invited saved his life at a softball game in Independence Township this past summer. “I was really lucky,” said Nelson, 66, of Haslett. He […]
Clarkston Board of Education will have a new face as a result of last week’s election. Kelli Horst was elected to the board, Nov. 4, with 7,315 votes, 24.71 percent of total votes cast. “I’m gratified by the overwhelming support I received from parents, teachers and community members,” Horst said. “I admire anyone who, essentially, […]
Clarkston voters returned Richard Bisio to city council in last week’s vote. “I’m gratified,” said Bisio, who served on council from 2010-2012 and received 233 votes in the Nov. 4 election, 24.73 percent of votes cast. Also returning to the council are incumbent council members Michael G. Sabol, with 258 votes, 27.39 percent; and Sharron […]
Local business owners Julie and Robert Bise have an idea for a Christmas project, and they need readers? help. They’re looking for a veteran who has perhaps recently returned from tours of duty in Afghanistan or Iraq, in need of a wheelchair ramp at home. They’ll build and install the ramp for free. “We have […]
I received the final email for the Clarkston State Bank Back Roads Half Marathon, Monday night ? less than a week until the race. Hoo boy. It’s go time. Can’t back out now. Actually, I can. The email helpfully explains you can switch from the half to the 10K at the Saturday packet pickup. Not […]
Five years after retiring from General Motors, Kevin Davies of Clarkston was up for a part-time gig to supplement his pension. “I was looking for a hobby job ? even cutting the grass,” said Davies, whose name is pronounced the British way, “Davis.” Working with technology his entire life, he found something fitting the bill […]
Clarkston schools head into the new fiscal year with a clean audit. The audit by Hungerford, Aldrin, Nichols and Carter, P.C., was approved without modification by the Board of Education at Monday’s meeting. ‘Thank you, Mary Beth, and your staff and the auditors,? said board President Rosalie Lieblang, Oct. 27. ‘We appreciate all your hard […]
Voters will select three members of Clarkston Board of Education when they head to the polls, Nov. 4. Running for the six-year seats are incumbent board members Elizabeth Egan, Steve Hyer, and Rosalie Lieblang, and challengers Donald E. Deering and Kelli Horst. Dr. Donald E. Deering, Ph.D., of Independence Township, was born on August 16, […]