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Don't Rush MeA recapNot too long ago I wrote of the schizophrenic feline that prowls the dark and dreary dwelling, commonly known as Casa de Rush. That cat is Thomas and I don't think he's right in the head....more >> |
Jim's JottingsAt the beginning of every year for as far back as I can remember (2009), the news is dominated by telling us ways to save money. One major emphasis is on coupon clipping. Headlines yell, "Over $25,500 in coupon savings in this issue....more >> |
Don't Rush Me(Fill in the blank)I guess there's a certain moment in every American's life when he or she knows he or she is getting older. There comes a point in time when all the pretending in the world won't keep you hip, or cool, or of the younger-generation....more >> |
Don't Rush Me(Fill in the blank)I guess there's a certain moment in every American's life when he or she knows he or she is getting older. There comes a point in time when all the pretending in the world won't keep you hip, or cool, or of the younger-generation....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor: (In response to, "Contract ends too early for coach," The Citizen, Jan. 16, page 3) Add the decision to not renew Ron Wagner's contract to the long list of bad decisions by Brandon School Athletics....more >> |
OpinionsTo the editor: In memory of Charlene Carlson, a memorial fund has been established at Brandon Parks and Recreation. We hope to purchase a park bench in memory of Charlene. Charlene worked hard for the community, and the park was one of her favorite projects....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, 1.24 million pounds of Blank salami recalled over salmonella concerns? Pray tell what were the people in quality control doing while that much meat was processed? Why were there no checks done on the ingredients used to make the salami? As a teenager I made sausage, ground the meats, added the spices, stuffed the intestines....more >> |
OpinionsAt the beginning of every year for as far back as I can remember (2009), the news is dominated by telling us ways to save money. One major emphasis is on coupon clipping. Headlines yell, "Over $25,500 in coupon savings in this issue....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, (In response to "Trustee applicants make their case," The Citizen, Jan. 23, page 7.) A comment regarding Brandon Township Supervisor Kathy Thurman's interviews of candidates to fill the vacant trustee seat....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, Community, we did it! As president and volunteer coordinator of OCEF, I would like to thank the most wonderful, giving community for all your support through the holidays....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, Jim Sherman's recent column "Here come da judge, da partisan judge" (The Citizen, Jan. 16, page 7) brought up some excellent reasons for Michigan voters to support a state constitutional convention where judicial reforms could be discussed....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, Thanks to the management of Bueche's for allowing us to spend two afternoons in December in front of the store, collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries for OCEF in our 1962 Studebaker truck, donning the banner "Cans for Christmas....more >> |
OpinionsDear Editor, (In response to, "Contract ends too early for coach," The Citizen, Jan. 16, page 3.) Three things come to mind when I think of Ron Wagner. Tough, honest and a big heart....more >> |
Wendi's WordTV-lessDid you see what happened on (fill in the blank)? No, not unless I remembered to Google-it when I had WiFi connection on my laptop. I have come to depend on the internet more than I used to....more >> |
Reverse comment ruleDear Editor, I'm writing regarding the injustice of the public speaking one agenda item rule that the Independence Township Board just passed. When trustees claim that they've earned the right to speak endlessly, apparently some of those same trustees have forgotten that every citizen in attendance has made the same sacrifice to attend meetings....more >> |
Vote would reform courtDear Editor, Jim Sherman's recent column "Here come da judge, da partisan judge,"Jan. 13, brought up some excellent reasons for Michigan voters to support a state constitutional convention where judicial reforms could be discussed....more >> |
Thanks for birthday donation for animalsDear Editor, The Oakland Pet Adoption Center would like to thank Kiana Ayotte for her generous donation of food, toys and blankets to the animals awaiting adoption. Kiana, who is a 10-year-old from the Clarkston area, saved her birthday and Christmas money to make this donation worth $97....more >> |
The peace God gives enriches our daily livesOne of the common problems of our time is the number of people that endure each day without peace in their lives. Whether the cause be anxiety, doubt, fear, guilt, or trouble, the problem is serious....more >> |
Letter to the editorDear Editor, Thanks to Nick Christi and his staff at Christi's Bar and Grill for hosting a fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Club on Thursday, Jan. 28 and to his generous vendors who donated supplies for the event....more >> |
Dear editor, The Orion Area Chamber would like to thank the following for either their support, contribution, or opening their hearts to the men and women who fought off the bitter cold to come to the Job Fair the chamber sponsored last week....more >> |
Letter to the editorDear editor, Thank you for your article explaining your clarification on Orion's Police Reports. I greatly appreciate your efforts to sort out the details on crime in our township....more >> |
Letter to the editorDear editor, I am in band at Waldon Middle School, and I know that Lake Orion is thinking about cutting the Band and Choir program because people think that the athletics are more valued....more >> |
Letter to the editorDear editor, Jim Sherman's recent column "Here come da judge, da partisan judge" brought up some excellent reasons for Michigan voters to support a state constitutional convention where judicial reforms could be discussed....more >> |
A column by Leah YanuszeskiAfter rushing home from school and out of the insanely crowded school parking lot, I tried my best to make myself presentable to the editor and staff writer of The Lake Orion Review in a few short minutes....more >> |
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| 1910: Artie Shaw, bandleader and clarinetist. |
| 1920: Helen O'Connell, big band vocalist. |
| 1928: Rosemary Clooney, singer. |
| 1934: Robert A. Moog, electrical engineer, creator of the Moog synthesizer. |
| 1947: Jane Kenyon, poet (Let Evening Come, Otherwise). |
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| 1915: Italy declares war on Austria-Hungary. |
| 1934: Gangsters Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow are killed by Texas Rangers. |
| 1945: Heinrich Himmler, the head of the Nazi Gestapo, commits suicide after being captured by Allied forces. |
| 1949: The Federal Republic of West Germany is proclaimed. |
| 1960: Israel announces the capture of Nazi Adolf Eichmann in Argentina. |
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