‘God has a way of having the baby arrive when it’s time, no matter what the circumstance,? said Amy Hernandez of Independence Township. ‘Every birth is pretty amazing and each birth has its own story.? She should know. Friday, July 6, the weather was dark and stormy, knocking the power out. Amy decided it was […]
Beth Stalker took the stage at Friday’s Concert in the Park. ‘I love to sing. It’s a joy,? said Stalker, who started singing at 3 years old. She released her first album four years ago, entitled ‘Jesus Loves Me.? She was known as ‘Little Liz? when she was younger. ‘My first name was Elizabeth, but […]
Every single day millions of babies are born, and millions of people die. Rather it be car accidents, fatal diseases, murder, or even suicides. Due to circumstances that occured this past weekend, this hit a little closer to home than I would like. Because of the situation that took place, I gave much thought to […]
On Friday June 29 Citizens Bank held an open house gala at the branch in Springfield Township off of Dixie Hwy to say thank you to the local residents and businesses for three years of support. ‘This is the least we can do to show our appreciation for the tremendous support by the businesses and […]
A couple of weeks ago on June 16, a group of treasure hunters were on the front lawn of the Independence Township Hall hoping to find lost treasure with the use of metal detectors. As many know the Township hall is a place of history. The’first building there was the Union School built around 1840, […]
Starbucks is coming to town, ready to offer coffee lovers fresh new flavors. The new store is located at 6673 Dixie Hwy. It officially opened to the public June 29th, but will be having a grand opening on Friday, July 13. The grand opening will include: the Fire Department, members from the Clarkston Area Chamber […]
Clarkston Rotary Club installed new officers June 25, and honored retiring officers. Rotary’s presidents traditionally serve for a year and then pass the duties on to a new president, selected by club members. ‘It’s a bittersweet occasion, it’s been a wonderful year because of the members,? said Tim Everhard, 2006-2007 Rotary Club president. ‘These guys […]
BY TREVOR KEISER Clarkston News Staff Writer From flower beds to Karate training, Al Smock loves it all. He is a part of this year’s Garden Tour, set for July 18. ‘Many people do many different sports, and play golf, but the number one hobby in America is gardening,? said Smock. Smock has worked hard […]
For more than 37 years, Sandy Morris has cared for children from under 6 years old up to sixth graders. ‘It was not something I had planned to do, but I was home with my other children and neighbors started asking if I could watch their children,? said Morris. ‘So, I started watching their children, […]
Many Michigan home owners are facing foreclosures; Independence Township is not immune. According to the township assessor’s office, since 2005, 129 homes in have been in the process of foreclosing, whether bank owned or in the starting process. Since the beginning of 2007, 51 homes are in foreclosure. The United States has witnessed 437, 498 […]