Clawson

Seniors Learn How Not to Get Scammed

February 25th 2015

Seniors Learn How Not to Get Scammed (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 25, 2015) Over thirty seniors and some other guests enjoyed a lively yet informative presentation from Don Ferguson of the Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette’s Office about how to avoid scams. According to the Attorney General’s data, 30% of senior citizens fall victim to […]

OCC’s “Man Up” Program Focuses on African American Achievement

February 23rd 2015

OCC’s “Man Up” Program Focuses on African American Achievement (Margarita Wagerson, OCC, Feb. 23, 2015) Oakland Community College’s nationally recognized “Man Up” program is off to another great start this year with 35 students enrolled this semester. OCC leaders crafted “Man Up” in 2011 with the goal of keeping young African American men in school and on track to […]

Full Tuition & Housing for Two Clawson Seniors w/Caddie Scholarships

February 16th 2015

Full Tuition and Housing for Two Clawson Seniors with Caddie Scholarships (Clawson Schools Press Release, Feb. 16, 2015) Clawson High School Seniors – Mason McDiarmid and Cody Sarvello – have been awarded Chick Evans Caddie Scholarships, a full tuition and housing college scholarship for golf caddies that is renewable for up to four years. Mason […]

Sherlock Holmes Expert at Blair Library in Clawson March 2

February 15th 2015

Sherlock Holmes Expert at Blair Library in Clawson March 2 (BML Press Release, Feb. 15, 2015) On Monday evening, March 2, at 7PM, local Sherlock Holmes expert Regina Stinson will explore the popularity of the world’s greatest detective from his creation to the present day. Please register for this free program. Blair Memorial Library 416 […]

Local Churches Doing Drive-Through Ash Wednesday

February 14th 2015

Local Churches Doing Drive-Through Ash Wednesday (Crystal A. Proxmire, Feb. 14, 2015) Ash Wednesday is a day for people of some Christian denominations to have a cross of ashes placed on their forehead as a solemn reminder that human bodies return to the earth after passing on. While this generally comes along with a ceremony, […]

Clawson State of the City March 11

February 14th 2015

Clawson State of the City March 11 (Clawson Chamber of Commerce Press Release, Feb. 14, 2015) Join members of the Clawson Chamber, City Council and School Board for the annual State of the City breakfast. Find out who is the Volunteers of the Year, Organization of the Year and Business Person of the Year. This […]

Family Fun and Biz Expo at HP Raceway Feb 21

February 14th 2015

Family Fun and Biz Expo at HP Raceway Feb 21 (Press release, Feb. 14, 2015) The Madison Heights/Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Biz Expo on Feb. 21 from noon to 3pm. There will be free giveaways from local businesses, free raffles, face painting, samples from local restaurants, entertainment, massages, animals to meet […]

Fire and Ice with Spice Feb. 14 in Clawson

February 7th 2015

Fire and Ice with Spice Feb. 14 in Clawson The date is Saturday, February 14. The time? 11am – 4pm. The what? It’s fire eaters & performers, ice carving competitors, and a chili cook-off. And there’s more! While you’re watching flying fire batons, ice carvers competing for the grand prize, and enjoying & voting for […]

Valentine’s Day Ads for Sale to Support oc115.com!

February 6th 2015

Valentine’s Day Ads for Sale to Support oc115.com! Support local journalism by purchasing a special Valentine’s Day ad for someone you care about. Each ad will be custom designed with a theme of hearts, flowers etc. and your special someone can see their ad on our Valentine’s Day page, AND they will be posted in […]

Warming Centers & Shelters Through Oakland County

February 5th 2015

Warming Centers & Shelters Through Oakland County (Compiled, Jan. 7, 2015 – Updated Feb. 5, 2015– Check back for updates) The frigid temperatures of winter are upon us, and many have no place to go. The recent death of a homeless man in Pontiac shows the urgency of being able to stay safe and warm. […]