BY BRIANNA HAYES Clarkston News Intern Are you looking for a fun outdoor activity or a way to give back to the community? Now you can do both. The Independence Township Department of Parks, Recreation and Seniors is hosting its annual Bucks for Buses fundraiser event as a virtual Walk, Run or Roll 5K during […]
As of August 19, 2020, here are the reported number of COVID-19 cases, deaths and new cases in the past 30 days for the following ZIP codes: 48346: 154 cases (30 new), 9 deaths 48348: 161 cases (53 new), 2 deaths 48350: 32 cases (13 new), 2 deaths Source: oakgov.com/covid
After a massive storm that recently came through Clarkston, an infested tree fell onto Hubbard Road in front of the Clarkston Family Farm. Soon after the storm cleared, Good Samaritans began to gather around to move the tree so cars could pass. One man walked down Hubbard Road with a chain saw as other passersby […]
Last week, the annual treatment for phragmites and other invasive species began in Clarkston. Treatment for tree-like buckthorn, which has increased significantly in Depot Park the last few years, will begin this winter.
Michigan State University student Caitlin “CJ” Sivak will be helping the city of Clarkston on a project to analyze the data captured by electronic speed signs on Holcomb Road and, soon, on Main Street. Sivak, who is pursuing a degree in Urban Transportation, will be summarizing the numbers to help city officials better understand speed […]
Ormond Road, from north of White Lake Road to Davisburg Road in Springfield Township, was to be resurfaced starting this past Monday, August 17, through approximately Sunday, September 20, but the work has been delayed by the contractor. A new date will be announced soon. The project will include paving with asphalt, guardrail replacement, and […]
BY MATT MACKINDER Clarkston News Editor The month of July was a roller coaster for the City of the Village of Clarkston, specifically for the government. And residents have taken notice. First, the city was ruled to be in violation of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) when the Michigan Supreme Court ruled for plaintiff […]
BY MATT MACKINDER Clarkston News Editor The results of the Aug. 4 Michigan State Primary Election pertaining to Independence Township and Springfield Township saw changes in Springfield and no changes in Independence. There will be no changes to the Independence Township Board of Trustees after the primary election as Jose Aliaga (19%, 3,287 votes), Paul […]
Sashabaw Road, just south of the Pine Knob Road intersection in Independence Township, is closed through early November to replace a culvert that carries the Whipple Lake Canal under the road. The detour for through traffic is Seymour Lake Road to Baldwin Road to Clarkston Road, back to Sashabaw Road, and vice versa. The approximately […]
Residents of Clarkston Specialty Healthcare Center, located at 4800 Clintonville Road, were treated to a drive-by parade, July 29, from family members and friends who were unable to visit due to COVID-19 safety measures that have been put in place by the state.