by orionontv | Jan 23, 2023 | Feature Writers, High School Sports
Written Saturday January 21st at 12:05 AM
Here is the girls basketball top 23.
- West Bloomfield (11-2): Lakers have been rolling lately.
- Rochester (9-3): Falcons gave West Bloomfield one of their better games.
- Lake Orion (11-2): Defense travels.
- North Farmington (12-0): Sela Lefler is a modified Bruce Banner in a way.
- Oxford (10-2): Losing Neveah Wood really hurt in their loss to North Farmington.
- Clarkston (8-6): Aaron Goodnough should never wear a weird polo ever again.
- Stoney Creek (8-4): It will be very interesting to see how the Cougars handle life without Mia Carson.
- Berkley (5-6): Despite loss to Rochester, Bears are a modified “We’re Back a Dinosaur Story”
- Bloomfield Hills (10-1): Despite the schedule the Blackhawks are rolling along.
- Royal Oak (8-4): Ravens are 2-3 in January, that’s not good.
- Groves (4-8): Falcons could be in some trouble.
- Southfield Arts and Tech (3-9): Defense is still a major issue for the Warriors.
- Harper Woods (6-4): Pioneers have not had a very good January. In their wins they have put up over 45 points however in their two losses they have averaged 33.5 ppg.
- Seaholm (4-8): Welcome back Shay Manchester.
- Troy Athens (6-6): Red Hawks got a big win over Royal Oak but inconsistencies show still.
- Oak Park (5-4): Knights are starting to turn the corner.
- Farmington (6-6): Falcons still been a hard team to figure out.
- Troy (3-10): Scoring 50 points is a start for the Colts.
- Adams (2-11): Highlanders are having things rough right now.
- Ferndale (2-3): Eagles are playing much better basketball despite lack of games.
- Avondale (3-9): Yellow Jackets are 0-5 in January which is shocking in a way.
- Ferndale University (1-7): Eagles going through some rough times right now.
- Pontiac (0-11): Phoenix playing much better despite the struggles.
by orionontv | Jan 23, 2023 | Feature Writers, High School Sports
Friday, January 20, 2023
Written Friday January 20th at 11:30 PM
There will be a new football coach in Royal Oak
According to a source the Ravens will name Collin Campbell as their new varsity football coach. He replaces Dustyn Truitt whom was placed on administrative leave after allegations of inappropriate language in October.
Campbell was confirmed at the Royal Oak/Berkley boys basketball game during halftime on Friday night. He is a teacher in the building.
He is the third coach in two years.
Campbell takes over the football program that is in complete disarray. Royal Oak is 34-107 since 2006 and was 1-8 last season. In Campbell’s three games as interim coach they were 0-3 and was outscored 129-0 in that stretch.
Campbell was the junior varsity coach under Truitt before taking both jobs last season.
The Ravens have to replace a ton of talent and proven experience especially at quarterback and wide receiver next season. They won’t have Mekhi Jenkins as he will graduate and head to Central Michigan next season. Also they won’t have lineman Ellie Finch as she will be graduating as well. Royal Oak has most of their defense in linebackers Michael Herman, Steve Johnson, and Elijah Lyons, along with linemen Sam Klonke and Aiden Tesch. They have some offensive playmakers in running back Nathan Benton, and wide receiver/defensive back Owen Louwers coming back.
It will be very interesting to see what happens with Royal Oak this season. My thoughts on the hire will be mentioned on next week’s podcast.
Stay tuned to OAA Now for the latest on this developing story.
by orionontv | Jan 23, 2023 | Regional News
Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags After Mass Shooting in Monterey Park, California
LANSING, Mich – Governor Gretchen Whitmer, in accordance with a proclamation issued by President Biden, has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff immediately on Monday, January 23 through sunset on Thursday, January 26 to honor and remember the victims of the shooting in Monterey Park, California.
“I’m heartbroken for the families and loved ones of the victims as we grieve this tragedy at a time when many celebrate the Lunar New Year with family,” said Governor Whitmer. “We must work together to prevent this senseless gun violence that claims the lives of too many Americans and upends the lives of countless others every day. We are holding the entire Monterey Park community in our hearts.”
On Saturday, a gunman opened fire at a dance studio in Monterey Park, California, killing 10 people and injuring 10 others.
The State of Michigan remembers the victims and stands in solidarity with residents of the State of California by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.
To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.
Flags should be returned to full-staff on Friday, January 27, 2023.
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by orionontv | Jan 17, 2023 | Local News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 17, 2023
Joyce Donaldson, IOM, President and CEO
Orion Area Chamber of Commerce
1335 Joslyn Road, Lake Orion, MI 48360
Phone: 248.693.6300 I Cell: 760.808.0823
Email: [email protected]
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Media Release
Orion Area Chamber of Commerce Announces the 2023 Board of Directors
The Orion Area Chamber Leadership Team is dedicated to creating a healthy local economy and
building a strong environment for economic growth and sustainability.
In keeping with this vision, the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce New Board
Member Nicki North of Hershey Insurance. Nicki North joins newly elected officers: Chamber
Chairman of the Board, Wayne Haney of Haney Farm Bureau Insurance, Vice-Chairman Jimmy
Johnson of Graphic Takeover, Treasurer Steve Wandrie of Caliber Home Loans, Secretary Adrian
Schirr of Forum Health, Immediate Past Chair Garrett Hoffman of Your Food Dude, and Board
Members Angela DelPup of Ascension Providence Rochester Hospital, Theresa Doan of Genisys
Credit Union, Bill Kokenos of Golling Buick GMC; Orion Area Parade Group, Aaron Whatley of Orion
Township Parks & Recreation, and Jennifer Whitteaker of DTE Energy.
“The Orion Area Chamber is very fortunate to have such dedicated volunteers who devote their
time, talent, and treasures to benefit of the Orion Area business community.” states Joyce
Donaldson, President and CEO of the Chamber. “We are a passionate team of 11 volunteer Board of
Directors, two paid staff, and nearly 300 enthusiastic members. Together, we are working rigorously
to enhance the quality of life in the Orion area and are proud to offer a growing and energetic
environment in which businesses can joyfully flourish”
The Orion Area Chamber will host their Annual Meeting and Membership Appreciation Breakfast on
Thursday, February 2 nd at the Orion Center. To register or for more information please contact Joyce
Donaldson at 248-693-6300 or visit orionareachamber.com.
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About the Orion Area Chamber of Commerce
The Orion Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to creating a healthy local economy and building
a strong environment for economic growth and stability. In ongoing efforts to achieve this lofty goal,
we represent business to government, coordinate educational forums, host networking events,
advocate for business-friendly legislation, and promote community.
by orionontv | Jan 16, 2023 | Regional News
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Friend ––
No one should have to choose between getting the health care and prescription drugs they need and putting food on the table for their families.
There’s no question this dilemma is a reality too many Michiganders face. That’s why I joined with my Senate colleagues to pass into law the Inflation Reduction Act — and I want to make sure you, your family and friends know about several of the law’s provisions that went into effect January 1, 2023, which are lowering health care and prescription drug costs:
· Insulin now costs no more than $35 a month for seniors on Medicare.
· All vaccines approved under Medicare Part D are free.
· Prescription drug rebates will go into effect for Medicare, requiring pharmaceutical companies to pay back the federal government if prices for critical prescription drugs covered through Medicare rise faster than inflation. This measure is aimed to lower costs for Medicare patients and discourage pharmaceutical companies from exploiting inflation to hike up their prices.
If you are a senior on Medicare, these new Inflation Reduction Act provisions will be automatically applied, and you do not need to take any action.
For more information about how the Inflation Reduction Act will cut health care costs for Michiganders, CLICK HERE.
Working to expand access to quality, affordable health care and lowering prescription drug prices are among my top priorities as your U.S. Senator –– and I’ll keep fighting to reduce costs.
Thanks for reading,
Gary Peters
United States Senator for Michigan |
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by orionontv | Jan 16, 2023 | Regional News
Coulter Names Jim Ellison New Chief of Older Adult Services
- Jim Ellison is a former state representative and mayor of Royal Oak.
- Working with the Board of Commissioners, Coulter created the Chief of Older Adult Services position to coordinate and help expand and improve services to older residents.
- Ellison will work with the county’s Senior Advisory Council and the Board of Commissioner’s Healthy Aging Ad Hoc Committee.
Pontiac, Michigan – Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter announced Thursday that former State Rep. Jim Ellison will become Oakland County’s new Chief of Older Adult Services.
In the position, which Coulter introduced in the 2023 budget that was approved by the Board of Commissioners last year, Ellison will coordinate and help expand and improve the services the county provides to older residents. He also will be working with the county’s Senior Advisory Council and the Board of Commissioner’s Healthy Aging Ad Hoc Committee.
“We have an aging population in Oakland County that has a wide range of needs. I want to make sure that all of the county’s older residents know about the resources that are available to them,” Coulter said. “Jim will bring a broad array of experience and vast knowledge of the county that will be a great benefit to our older residents.”
Ellison was a member of the State House of Representatives from 2017-22, where he served on several committees, including: Families, Children and Seniors; Health Policy; Tax Policy and Local Government.
Before that, he was the Mayor of Royal Oak from 2003 to 2016, was a city Commissioner for four years and has returned to service to the city as a member of the planning commission. He spent most of his career working for the Barton Malow construction company.
“My time on the Families, Children and Seniors committee certainly opened my eyes to the issues that seniors are facing and now, being a senior myself, that’s brought me a new perspective,” Ellison said. “I look forward to meeting with older residents and visiting senior centers across the county to see how we can best meet their needs.”
Ellison and his wife Jodie, the manager of the Royal Oak Animal Shelter, live in Royal Oak. They have eight children and 16 grandkids. Ellison, the founding chairman of the Woodward Dream Cruise committee, spends his spare time working on a classic 1955 Ford Centerline and caring for the pack of pets they’ve adopted over the years, including dogs, cats, rabbits, a pig and a Canadian goose.
He will begin the new job as Oakland County Chief of Older Adult Services on Tuesday, Jan. 17.
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