From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Let’s honor veterans and learn from them” Clarkston resident Leon Sawyer said he was full of history because he lived it. He was one of 16 million men and women who served in World War II and honored on Memorial Day. He shared experiences he […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Communities rally around Clinton River” Local communities were teaming up to develop a plan to combat pollutants in the Clinton River. Several governing bodies agreed to take part in a locally controlled watershed for the river including Springfield Township, Independence Township and the Clarkston City […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Clarkston unites for Day of Prayer” Clarkston and Independence Township came to together in celebration of the National Day of Prayer during the fifth annual breakfast held at St. Daniel Catholic Church. People from various religions met, forgetting their differences, to ask for God’s blessing. […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “WWII veteran has 60-year wish fulfilled” Donald E. Steiner, a World War II veteran, accomplished one of his longtime goals and was presented with a high school diploma from the Clarkston Community Schools Board of Education. He left school in 1942 to enlist in the […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “CHS graduate home after stint overseas” Ryan Shaul, a 1999 graduate of Clarkston High School, returned home after spending six months in the Middle East, including Afghanistan, as a member of the United States Army and shared his experience including why he chose to go […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Property rezoned” Despite resident concerns the Springfield Township Board voted 6-1 for the go-ahead for property of 7701 Lavon, a residential property, on Dixie Highway near I-75 to be rezoned for commercial. “Clarkston Elementary celebrates life in the U.S.” Students at Clarkston Elementary participated in […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Independence votes against $2.6 million road project” The Independence Township Board decided against the paving of Eston and Indianwood but when ahead with the re-alignment of the Deerhill/Big Lake intersection. “Clarkston school crossing guards, always faithful” Violet Waid, a 73-year-old Clarkston resident, went for her […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Reflections winner recognized by superintendent” Clarkston Schools Superintendent Dr. Al Roberts made a surprise visit to congratulate fifth-grader Jessica Goyke for her in in the Reflections contest. “Clarkston City Council amends domestic violence law” As new state laws dealing with domestic violence took affect, the […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Road realignment stirs emotions at board meeting” Some residents of Independence Township shared their frustration of the Board of Trustees’ handling of the Deerhill/Big Lake realignment issue due to the Apostolic Church of Christ and school being built in the area. “It’s all about the […]
From The Clarkston News archives 15 years ago – 2002 “Schools set $1.6 million dollar reduction plan” Uncertain about funding from the state, Clarkston Community Schools was going ahead with a $1.6 million reduction plan which would impact all district programs on an equal basis. “Clarkston man travels to Washington to raise awareness” Clarkston resident […]