From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “Preservation comes to the forefront” The Historic and Rural Preservation Plan for Independence Township was shared with the main goal, what started in the early 1820s in Independence Township should not be lost because of progress and growth but should be included. “The not-so-secret garden” […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “Let me call you sweetheart, I’m still in love with you” Couples, including John and Dorothy Hyde, and Ralph “Doc” and Eleanor Thayer, shared their secrets on happy lives together after being with each other for 50-plus years. “Principal as superhero?” Bailey Lake Elementary students […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “The effects of man on nature” Kathy Frantz, of the Howell Nature Center, visited Clarkston Elementary with wild animals living at the nature center. She delivered a strong message about leaving animals in their own world rather than trying to tame them and bring them […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “City water discussion heats up” Clarkston City Council was hit with a variety of questions and remarks at its first water hearing. Councilman Bill Basinger smoothed the way with a tactful introduction, acquainting residents with facts about the proposed $2.2 million system. “Snow lovers get […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “Record numbers for building permits” Independence Township’s 295 building permits issued in 1994 blew away 1993’s mark of 258. While all the counters weren’t in yet, the township’s building department felt the effects of increased population and growth. “Auto students check out the ‘Hummer’” The […]
From The Clarkston News archives 25 years ago – 1995 “Jurassic snow?” Kyle LaFoy and his son, Eddie, of Independence Township, knew what to do with the first sprinkling of snow which fell New Year’s Eve. The result was Dino, a snow sculpture which resembled the Flintstones’ pet dinosaur. “Board passionate about new high school” […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2004 “Parade lights up Main Street and faces with holiday cheer” The Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce’s third annual Heart of Clarkston Lighted Parade turned the downtown area into a twinkling winter wonderland. Residents ooohed and aaahed at the sights and sounds of 48 parade entries. […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2004 “Clarkston girl excels at PP & K” Jackie Gipe of Clarkston took second place in the team championships of the Punt, Pass and Kick competition at Ford Field during halftime of the Detroit Lions and Cardinals game. “Season’s beginning” The wind nipped a little bit, […]
From The Clarkston News’ archives 15 years ago – 2004 “Clarkston Philanthropic Endeavor working to save lives one AED unit a a time” The Clarkston Philanthropic Endeavor was attempting to make AED units readily accessible to the general community and make them as common as fire extinguishers. “And the winner is…” Katelyn Dillon, a 10-year-old […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2004 “Kids expand cultural horizons” About 130 students in Clarkston Community Schools in third through fourth grades enjoyed food and learned about different cultures during the first Clarkston Schools Cultural Convention. “Independence seniors celebrate Thanksgiving” The Independence Township Senior Center held a grand Thanksgiving feast. The […]