From The Clarkston News archives

15 years ago – 2003
“Officials go to school on elections” Clarkston Community Schools chose to administer the upcoming school election themselves rather than contract with the Independence Township Clerk’s office.
“Fletcher named Teacher of the Year” Kim Fletcher, a math teacher at Clarkston High School, was shocked when she walked into her classroom. She was greeted by the members of the Clarkston Foundation and Clarkston Community Schools Board of Education who awarded her Teacher of the Year.
“Couple celebrates 60 years of marriage, even more as friends” Little did they know when junior high student Bob Howey delivered Rosemary Button’s family newspaper on his route, the two would celebrate 60 years of marriage in 2003.

25 years ago – 1993
“Water woes” After 14 years of waiting, Springfield Township residents demanded tainted ground water be cleaned as soon as possible. Springfield Site Action Committee members and residents heard ideas from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and responsible parties on how they will clean the site.
“Vocalists take top honors at state festival” The Clarkston High School Barbershop Ensemble received its first “First” at the State Choir Festival at Jackson Community College in Jackson.
“Kickers fend off Dragons” The Clarkston Girls Varsity Soccer team defeated Lake Orion in a tough, defensive struggle for a 2-1 win. The JV team tied their game 1-1 against the Dragons.

50 years ago – 1968
“Administrative changes announced at high school” Three administrative changes at Clarkston High School were approved during the board of education meeting. William Dennis would become assistant principal; Dom Mauti head of the athletic department would step down as assistant principal; and Ralph Kenyon would take over the Adult Education post.
“Adopt pension program for township employees” A pension program for the 22 employees on the Independence Township payroll was adopted by the board and took effect on May 1.
“Round the town” Mrs. Jack Dougherty of Pear Street visited her mother, Mrs. Cora Johnson, on East Tawas. She was accompanied by Mrs. Grace Robinson and Mrs. Dale Johnson.

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