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James Brown dunks as part of the young men's Dunk Competition at Basketball America's grand opening. His performance netted him 13 out of 20 points....more >> |
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor Making the grade just got a little harder for Lake Orion students. Earlier this month, the State Board of Education adopted more rigorous standards for "cut scores" on the statewide Michigan Educational Assessment Program (MEAP) and Michigan Merit Exam (MME) achievement tests....more >> |
The Lake Orion Village Council has a new councilmember, and it nearly got a new president. Monday's Council Meeting, during the section of the agenda slated for appointing a president, councilman David Churchill nominated newcomer Shauna Brown to be the new Village President, which would replace incumbent Ken Van Protfliet....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- The way has been paved for residents who wish to establish a special assessment district for their private road. After "much deliberation and review," a special assessment district sub-committee presented an S....more >> |
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor Sue Kelley's enthusiasm and encouragement that she provided her family, friends, colleagues – even young children – was contagious. She knew how to rally people together to face any challenge and did it with a sense of humor....more >> |
After two months repairing water damage due to a flood, Basketball America is back up and running and, thanks to massive remodeling, it is better than ever. On July 2 2011, after a water meter was installed to accommodate new technology for water readers, a gasket blew overnight causing most of the building's floor to be under three inches of water....more >> |
After two months repairing water damage due to a flood, Basketball America is back up and running and, thanks to massive remodeling, it is better than ever. On July 2 2011, after a water meter was installed to accommodate new technology for water readers, a gasket blew overnight causing most of the building's floor to be under three inches of water....more >> |
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By Joe St. Henry Review Editor Extra gas is turning into more cash at the Eagle Valley landfill. Waste Management, parent company of the Orion Township operation, opened its new onsite gas-to-energy facility last week....more >> |
By Joe St. Henry Review Editor At first glance, the 33-inch steel beam looks like it could come from any demolition site. Upon further inspection, however, it becomes clear that this piece of metal endured much more....more >> |
By Olivia Shumaker Special Writer for The Review Greek theater is an award-winning success in Lake Orion. From Zeus to a super burrito, fourth-grade students at Stadium Drive Elementary last year staged their own comedies and tragedies, with an award winning outcome....more >> |
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News BriefsChamber Business Expo 2011 Booth registration is open for the 10th annual Ortonville Chamber of Commerce Business Expo at the Brandon High School Cafeteria, 1025 S. Ortonville Road....more >> |
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NewsFor Chris Figureida, his mission across the U.S. is "a means to an end." "Exercise, eat healthy, and make a difference" is the message that Figureida gave to students at Reid Elementary on Sept....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- There are only three things that can be done with money, says Nathan Bindschatel. Spend it, share it, or save it. This will be the focus of "Parents, Kids, and Money Matters," a special workshop for parents and children, planned for 7-8:30 p....more >> |
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NewsBy Susan Bromley Staff Writer Ortonville- Mark Bell and Joe D'Anna brought in just $37 the first Tuesday they were open for business as Papa Bella's Pizza, 425 Mill St. "We wondered what we had gotten ourselves into," recalls Bell....more >> |
NewsGoodrich-The village council convened a special meeting on Sept. 15 to sort through a host of applications for a village interim manager. A total of 17 candidates applied for the interim post, which should last for 90 to 120 days with the potential for a full-time position....more >> |
NewsA former church youth leader has pleaded guilty to exposing himself to a child at a Brandon Township campground. Curtis Burkhardt, 44, pleaded guilty to one charge of indecent exposure by a sexually delinquent person Sept....more >> |
NewsLocal reflects on Costa Rica mission tripMonica DeAngelo describes her recent mission trip to Costa Rica as "an emotional roller coaster." "My eyes and heart were taking in so much all at one time," said DeAngelo, owner of Cutting Edge Salon in Goodrich....more >> |
NewsGroveland Twp.- In August, Ken Palka, from the accounting firm of Pfeffer, Hanniford and Palka, reported on the township finances following the completion of the yearly audit. The board approved the audit ending March 31, 2011....more >> |
NewsFor the 31st year, walkers in Ortonville will help fight hunger both abroad and at home. This year's annual CROP Walk is scheduled for 1:30 p.m., Oct. 2. CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Walk is a historic walk and one that is celebrated across the nation as communities band together to make a difference in world hunger....more >> |
NewsMore than two years after Duane Emery Kuerbitz was accused of sexually abusing the mentally incapacitated man for whom he was guardian in Brandon Township, the case is finally reaching its conclusion....more >> |
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NewsLocals to scale Mt. Kilimanjaro for Compassionate LifeThree days up and two days down. It's soon to be five days to the Roof of Africa—Mt. Kilimanjaro—for a group of five local hikers who will leave on a two-week adventure this month....more >> |
Leaf pickupThe Village of Lake Orion will again provide leaf pick up services to village residents. The schedule is as follows: East of M-24, weeks of Oct. 11, 24 and Nov. 14; West of M-24 and East of the lake, weeks of Oct....more >> |
Committees assigned new membersThe Lake Orion Village Council sought to appoint two members to the Orion Community Cabel Communications Commission on Monday, including a vacency made by the departing councilmember Micheal Toth....more >> |
Committees assigned new membersThe Lake Orion Village Council sought to appoint two members to the Orion Community Cabel Communications Commission on Monday, including a vacency made by the departing councilmember Micheal Toth....more >> |
Homecoming parade OK'dLake Orion Community Schools requested at the Monday Lake Orion Village Council Meeting permission to hold a homecoming parade on Friday, Oct. 7. The parade route will begin at Blanche Sims Elementary School and move south on Florence Street to Flint Street....more >> |
NewsBrandon Twp.- If you missed your chance to be on the November ballot for two open seats on the school board, you have another opportunity to serve. Rob Privette, who has served as a school board member for nearly two years, announced his resignation effective Sept....more >> |
NewsThe general 2011 Michigan archery deer season opens statewide Oct. 1 and area hunters should find conditions just right, say Department of Natural Resources officals. Brent Rudolph, Michigan Department of Natural Resources big game specialist, said don't expect the change in baiting laws to impact hunting results in every location....more >> |
NewsFinally, a tower for Hadley. Vic Martin, Lapeer County Central Dispatch Director, said by 2013 the residents of Hadley Hills should have stable 9-1-1 service after a deal with the Village of Metamora was reached to construct a 450-foot tower on donated property....more >> |
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Second FrontOrtonville- Helping people rebuild their lives, repair family relationships, regain employment and contribute as functional members in society is the goal of Recovery Pathways, LLC, a new business that recently opened in Ortonville offering outpatient substance abuse and mental health counseling, as well as medication management....more >> |
NewsAtlas Twp.-It should be a smooth ride through the township over the next year thanks to an aggressive road program. An original budget of $130,000 for road repair and upgrades coupled with an additional $500,000 and a good price on limestone sparked township officials to move forward on ten projects to be completed over the next 15 months....more >> |
NewsThree members of a Brandon Township family have pleaded guilty to charges related to an attack on local teenagers. After a half-day of testimony on Sept. 12 in the courtroom of Sixth Judicial Circuit Court Chief Judge Wendy Potts, Bryan Hanley, 44, pleaded guilty to two counts of assault with intent to commit great bodily harm less than murder....more >> |
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NewsAmanda Reo, 16, will compete as Miss Ortonville in her quest to win the title of Miss Michigan Teen USA 2012 during the competition set for Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in Port Huron. This is the Brandon High School junior's first pageant....more >> |
NewsOn Tuesday afternoon, Grand Blanc resident Rob Wolfbrandt made a stop at the BP Station on M-15 near Hegel Road for gas. "Taking advantage of the $3.32 per gallon gasoline," he said....more >> |
NewsAtlas Twp.-A combination of conservatism coupled with nearly a decade of proactive planning has pushed township coffers to grow to more than $2.9 million. Mark Perry of CPA for Yeo & Yeo presented the annual financial statements and auditor's report for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011 at Monday's township meeting....more >> |
NewsFire E&H fund mills increase by .3 to .8922Brandon Twp.- The township board narrowly passed a .3 fire millage increase on this winter's tax bill after a last minute change of heart by the township treasurer, who admitted to ulterior motives at a previous joint meeting of the board and Ortonville Village Council....more >> |
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Front pageFrom left, Elliot Weich, Braeden Weich, and Brody Roush, with Molly Roush behind, enjoy some ice cream goodness at Taste of Clarkston. Thousands crowded downtown Main Street last Sunday for the annual event....more >> |
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The people spoke and the Independence Township board listened – no safety-path tax increase this year. Independence Township Board voted unanimously, Sept. 20, to hold the millage at the current ....more >> |
Trustee calls for replacementHalf a year without a supervisor is enough for Trustee David Lohmeier. "We've only got another 12 months until another board is elected," Lohmeier said. "It's been long enough and now I think it's at the point where it's our duty to bring on some support....more >> |
After waiting nearly two hours for Independence Township trustees to come out of closed session, frustrated resident Rae LuAllen had enough. "I'm sorry, but I have other things to do than to sit here while they're in a closed session," LuAllen said....more >> |
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Over 200 people braved the cold, damp night to enjoy a benefit dinner, silent auction and tour of the newly redecorated, 12-room Addis-Walter House, Sept. 23. "I can't tell you how amazed we are at the generosity of everyone involved," said Anne Mancour, Designer Showcase House Benefit chair....more >> |
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Free seminar will cover orthopedic surgery, prosthetics and moreThe world of medicine and technology has changed the lives of millions of people. World-wide and right here in Independence Township. Tomorrow, (Sept. 29) local doctor Shivajee V....more >> |
Friends of the Independence Township Library Fall Book Sale offers thousands of used books, videos, and CDs at its Fall Used Book Sale, Sept. 28-Oct. 1. Call the library, 6495 Clarkston Road, at 248-625-2212....more >> |
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Tom Bos, founding member of Freedom to Work Coalition and member of Independent Tea Party Patriots, said their goal is not to bust unions. "I will fight to the death for my right to join a union," Bos said at the Tea Party's Right to Work meeting, Sept....more >> |
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Teacher and auto union members protested the Independent Tea Party Patriots' Right to Work meeting. "We're out here to defend the middle class. Right to Work is really a misnomer because it has nothing to do with the freedom and the right of a person to seek and gain employment," said Mark Walton, one of the protest leaders....more >> |
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MillstreamIt took a few takes to get the giggles out, but Everest's new Journalism and Broadcast Club is on the air. With a studio set up at Everest Collegiate High School, about 20 students launched the club with a newscast by anchors Fabiana Diaz and Adam Goeringer....more >> |
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Shooting StarsMarine Private First Class Nickolas Johnson of Clarkston surprised his little brother, Tyler Renusch, with a visit to his school, Sept. 8. Johnson, his mother Pamela Renusch, and grandparents Doug and Brenda Alexander arrived at Pine Knob Elementary shortly before dismissal....more >> |
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Sweetest Day is approaching fast and while debating plans for Oct. 15, The Learning Experience will cover the babysitting. The Learning Experience will offer Parents' Night Out on the special night from 6-10 p....more >> |
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The weather cleared by the time the Wolves took to the field on Friday night for their Homecoming game against Pontiac. It was a big night for Clarkston as they rallied a 48-18 win over their visitors....more >> |
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Mr. B's parking lot was packed with car and dog fans at the Driving Away Puppy Mills car cruise, Sept. 15. "It went very well. A lot of people turned out," said Pam Sordyl, founder of Puppy Mill Awareness Meetup of Southeast Michigan....more >> |
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Thousands of people filled downtown Clarkston at Sunday's Taste of Clarkston, enjoying sweet and savory treats under a sunny sky. "It's not a record crowd, but it's really close," said Penny Shanks, executive director of Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce....more >> |
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Oakland Town Hall's 2011-2012 lecture series is set, kicking off with Hollywood dog trainer Bill Berloni. Berloni author of "Making Stars of Strays," is set to speak, Oct. 12. He will discuss his 30 years of training shelter dogs for Broadway stage, commercials, television, and movies, including Sandy for "Annie," a horse for Elmo, and Bruiser in the film "Legally Blonde....more >> |
Springfield Township Library hosts The Dodworth Saxhorn Band, a 19th century brass band, performing "Bringing America's Musical Past to Life," 3:30-5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 9. The band will also perform at Davisburg Cemetery from 2:30-3 p....more >> |
News BriefsSpringfield Township Parks and Recreation hosts a Visioning Workshop, 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 6, at the township Civic Center, 12000 Davisburg Road. "We're looking for public input on our facilities and recreational opportunities to help guide us as we look at future funding and direction," said Jennifer Tucker, director....more >> |
Independence Township Senior Adult Activity Center hosts a Flu Clinic and Mini Health Fair, 1-4 p.m., Oct. 7, at the Carriage House, 6000 Clarkston Road. Visiting Nurses Association provides flu shots free with Medicare Part B and many Medicare Advantage plans, BNC, HAP except Cigna plans, Priority Health, Health Plus of Michigan and most Blue Cross Plans....more >> |
Swan For Life Cancer Foundation hosts an Afternoon Tea in honor of Breast Cancer Survivor Month, 1 p.m., Oct. 1, at Great Lakes Cancer Institute, 5680 Bow Point Drive. Over 300 breast cancer survivors have been invited to attend....more >> |
15 years ago - 1996 "All in a day's work" Photographer Beth Sayles barked out orders as eight seniors from the Clarkston High School football team posed for their Homecoming game photo at Lakeview Cemetery....more >> |
Arin Kubiak, a 2011 graduate of Oxford High School, does some tricks in a makeshift skatepark that was set-up in downtown Oxford's northeast quadrant Saturday. The temporary skatepark was part of the grand opening of Dubz Bikes and Boards (14 N....more >> |
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Oxford High's 2011 Homecoming King and Queen Doug Klimbal and Kala Seawright....more >> |
A thief or thieves recently struck the Polly Ann Trail, robbing the Detroit Institute of Arts (DIA) of a painting and the community of the opportunity to enjoy it. "It's disappointing that someone wants to ruin it for everybody else," said Michelle Hauske, coordinator of the DIA's Inside/Out project....more >> |
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Downtown Oxford got audited last week, but don't worry, the shopping district isn't in hot water with the Internal Revenue Service. This audit focused on the ability of pedestrians to navigate the downtown area and what can be done to improve the situation for non-motorized visitors....more >> |
For those who desire to travel outside this nation's borders, Oxford Township will soon offer a new convenience. Thanks to the clerk's department, the township office (300 Dunlap Rd....more >> |
For a deer hunter, there's no greater thrill than bagging that first buck, except when it also happens to be a trophy-sized whitetail. Oxford resident Spencer Petoskey, 12, experienced both those thrills on Sunday, Sept....more >> |
Oxford Township residents were only one vote a way from receiving a very slight break on their December property tax bills. Last week, the township board voted 3-2 to levy 0.95 mill as its operating tax to help support its $2....more >> |
A typical church service often contains a fair number of amens and hallelujahs. But the one held Sunday afternoon at Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ in Oxford Village was punctuated by a few meows and woofs....more >> |
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A three-vehicle accident at the intersection of S. Lapeer Rd. (M-24) and Drahner sent one person to the hospital on the evening of Monday, Sept. 26. At approximately 6:16 pm., a 55-year-old Lapeer man was southbound on M-24 on a 1978 Harley Davidson motorcycle....more >> |
Moving day is fast-approaching for the Addison Township Public Library and three things are still needed – volunteers, boxes and dollies. "Fortunately, it isn't a very long distance to go," said Library Director Jaema Berman....more >> |
In these tough economic times, many folks can use a helping hand once in a while. For residents of Addison Township who need help getting back on their feet, the Rochester Area Neighborhood House, located on 1234 Inglewood, is here to help....more >> |
The Oxford Area Chamber of Commerce is looking for a few strong women. Do you know a special woman who deserves some recognition and a little pampering? Maybe it is someone who has struggled through a difficult illness or a tough personal situation....more >> |
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Bravo to veterans' good deedIt's nice to know that with all the bad there is in this world, there are still plenty of good people who do good things without even being asked. Case in point, five veterans groups got together last week and donated $500 to U....more >> |
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A suspected drunk driver was arrested early Sunday morning after she crashed her vehicle into a church sign, completely destroying it. The 21-year-old Orion Township woman was southbound on M-24 in her 1999 Jeep when a witness claims she began to swerve, lost control of the vehicle, ran off the roadway and crashed into the freestanding brick sign outside the Oxford Free Methodist Church (790 S....more >> |
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He might not be Dr. Dolittle, but Oxford resident Dr. Adrian Parker Holly, DMV, is bringing his love for treating sick animals to downtown Oxford. Holly opened Parker Veterinary Hospital (5 Mechanic St....more >> |
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Canines of all shapes, sizes and breeds took over downtown Oxford's Centennial Park Sunday as the Art Capsule Gallery & Frame hosted its first annual "Dog Day Afternoon and Next Top Doggie Model Contest....more >> |
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