For Clarkston area Christmas In Action (CIA), a coalition of volunteers providing free home repairs to people in need, the hard part can be finding out who needs them the most. “We find a lot of homeowners who need help don’t want others to know about it ? they’re embarrassed,” said Mike Gemborys, who volunteers […]
Clarkston Area Optimists honored Independence and Springfield Plains elementary students with Optimist Student Citizen awards, Feb. 13. Kate Gualtieri, fourth grader at Springfield Plains, is a shining star who comes to class every day with a smile, said her teacher Christina Secord in her nomination. “She’s full of compassion and respect, and positive energy,” said […]
Casablanca may have been on Cheryl McGinnis? mind Monday. ‘I look forward to this being the beginning of a great relationship,? said McGinnis, president of Clarkston Board of Education to Independence Township Supervisor Pat Kittle. ‘I hope this is the first of many opportunities, showcasing the fact our two boards can work together.? Kittle presented […]
Annette Thomas of Clarkston was thrilled when the film Five Broken Cameras was nominated for Best Documentary Feature in the 2013 Academy Awards. “It shows our friends, the people we stayed with, the village we stayed in,” said Thomas. “I’m excited for them.” The film documents Palestinian resistance to Israeli settlements in Bil’in, a village […]
It’s not too hard to stay in shape during summer, with bike rides, swimming, and other outdoor activities in the warm sun. Winter is the real test, said Clarkston-area residents Denny and Carlotta Pawley. “In winter, people take the time to slack off because it’s dark and dreary outside,” Carlotta said. “You just want to […]
It’s crunch time for Habitat for Humanity in Clarkston. Paperwork’s complete, a family’s willing to work, and volunteers and community groups are ready to pitch in ? all that’s needed is some property. ‘It’s down to the wire. We need to find property in Clarkston,? said Stephanie Osterland, director of family and community relationships for […]
Planners hope warmer winter weather lets shoppers show off their vintage ’60s cocktail dresses and seersucker suits at Clarkston’s third annual Strolling Retro Cocktail Party this weekend. “Hopefully there’ll be more people dressing up,” said Peg Roth, organizer and Clarkston Mills owner. “It’s an opportunity to come down and enjoy visiting downtown retailers and maybe […]
Jon and Becky Richey’s son Jacob is fully recovered after a close call last month in Clarkston High School’s pool. “He’s back to his normal self,” Becky said. The Independence Township residents appreciate the quick action of lifeguards and staff (see ‘Parents thankful for school, community rescuers? on page 6). Jacob, who has autism, was […]
Local artists discussing their latest works, frank and enlightening discussions on issues and people affecting the community, visits with local business owners explaining what they do with hands-on demonstrations, music performances by local jazz, reggae, and garage rock bands ? all available on cable public access. But not in Independence Township. These are programs developed […]
A domestic violence case took a lethal turn, Jan. 6, when a deputy shot an Independence Township man after he threatened to stab her and another officer. ‘Domestic disputes are one of the most dangerous situations for deputies ? they’re very unpredictable,? said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard. ‘Thankfully we’re able to bring most to […]