From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1999 Revitalizing Clarkston: There was a major movement across the country to revitalize its downtown and Clarkston had at least one key to a successful revitalization – its history. It was part of the message from city planner Doyle Hyatt, of HyattPalma, Inc., the firm hired […]
By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer wprice@mihomepaper.com BATTLE CREEK — The Mountaineers of Clarkston Everest Collegiate left the Kellogg Arena as repeat state champions with a 3-1 win over St. Joseph Our Lady of the Lake in the MHSAA Division 4 Volleyball State Final, Nov. 30. “I was very proud of the girls for pushing […]
BLOOMFIELD HILLS — The Wolves opened the OAA Red with a 7-0 shutout against Stoney Creek, Nov. 21. Clarkston Varsity Hockey Head Coach Nathan Bryer rolled four forward lines all night and it was a very up tempo game with several breakaways and a scoring barrage by a total of five different Wolves. Newcomer Drew […]
Kathryn L. “Kathy” McCarty, of Clarkston, passed away on November 25, 2024 at the age 56. Beloved wife of Patrick. Loving mother of Alexander (Kaitlyn) McCarty, Michael McCarty, and Thomas McCarty. Loved daughter of Virginia and the late John Renner. Dearest sister of Don Walden and Chris (Dave) Gagliardi. Dear sister-in-law of Gerald (Ying Pei) […]
Linda Leah Miller born on January 12, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois to Fred and Alverta Rego-Berry passed away on November 10, 2024 at the age of 84. Preceded in death by her husband Hugh; mother of Kimberly Lundquist and Kevin (Wendy Lundquist; grandma of Lindsay and Drake; sister of Carol Ann. Linda was a member […]
Kenneth E. “Ken” Barks, of Clarkston, passed away November 21, 2024, at the age of 90. Loving husband and companion of Jeanette for 67 years; dear father of June Czech (Patrick), David (Omega), Mary and Michele; Grandpa of Matthew (Janine), Sarah, Christina (Jason), Douglas (Audre) and Duncan, plus five great-grand children. Brother of Sue McGlothin, […]
By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer wprice@mihomepaper.com BATTLE CREEK — Editor’s note: The Clarkston News’ November 27, 2024 edition went to print before the Mountaineers played in the state championship game. Everest defeated St. Joseph Our Lady of the Lake Catholic, 3-1, for a back-to-back championship win. Below is the story from the semifinal game. […]
INDEPENDENCE TWP. — The Clarkston Boys and Girls Ski teams got together for their first event – the annual clean up at Pine Knob Ski and Snowboard Resort. “We’ve volunteered over the years cleaning up rubbish from the previous season getting it ready for the resort to make snow,” said Brian Popelier, head coach. This […]
By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer wprice@mihomepaper.com INDEPENDENCE TWP. — Final touches are being made as Clarkston Family Farm (CFF) turns into a holiday village for its annual Christmas at the Farm on Saturday, Dec. 7, 3-6 p.m. “I love this event,” said CFF Executive Director Chelsea O’Brien. “It’s my favorite.” Visitors can expect holiday […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1999 It’s showtime!: Clarkston High School’s Drama Department was getting ready for its annual “Theatre-A-Thon” set for December in the Performing Arts Center. Theater Director Jeff Tice said the vaudeville-type variety show was “incredibly exciting” with participation by the thespians, the Clarkston Madrigals, the Mime Troupe […]