First Day of School Means Shopping – and a Sigh of Relief

A local mom reminisces about the summer as she looks forward to the first day of school.

Sport Specific Strength Training: Fact or Fiction?

We're hearing more often that sport specific training is a lie. Is it, or is it a misunderstood concept? Find out now!

Students Enjoy Activities at Camp Wanna Have Fun

Lake Orion Schools offers activities for students at Camp Wanna Have Fun

Lake Orion Schools to Hold Community-wide Pep Rally

Lake Orion Schools will celebrate the new school year with a community-wide pep rally.

Carpenter Elementary Students Back in School This Week

An Orion Township mom talks about her experiences sending her daughter to Carpenter Elementary School, a year-round school in the Lake Orion Schools system.

Pampering our Pooch on Her 14th Birthday

Meet Holly, a Bichon Frise celebrating her 14th birthday today.

Hydration and Exercise, Part 3: Other Influential Factors

The fantastic four factors you should also consider when considering workout beverages.

Hydration and Exercise, Part 2: Evaluating Unusual Beverage Choices

Fruit juice, soda pop and chocolate Milk, oh my! Check out these unusual hydration choices and learn whether they are good – or not so good – to drink during exercise.

Lake Orion Schools Announces Cuts for Next School Year

Lake Orion Schools passed a budget in June that reduced district costs while keeping most programs intact.

'I Just Feel Blessed To Have Had Her'

A few years ago, my grandmother was diagnosed with Dementia. Do you have relatives with memory problems? How do you cope?

Hydration and Exercise, Part I: Water or Sports Drinks?

I’m frequently asked about sports drinks and whether they are healthy. Should you drink a sports drink when you work out? Read more to find out.

Lake Orion Schools Superintendent Clarifies Idea for Year-Round School

Lake Orion Schools Superintendent Marion Ginopolis launches a task force to create new ideas for students to learn outside of school and outside of the traditional calendar.

My Inner Craft-aholic

I'm not a big golfer and I'm not the craftiest of people, but I have a BLAST doing both! Come on and read this, and laugh along with me.

ZUMBA and Introductions!

Wanna get fit, but don't like normal exercising routines? Welcome to my life. Try Zumba! There are TONS of places in the area that offer classes. All you need to do is look for 'em.

First-Grade Students Complete Research Projects at Blanche Sims Elementary

Blanche Sims Elementary School students spent two months working on a writing project while parents secretly prepared a book for them, too.

Environmental Working Group Shopper's Guide and Snap Fitness Newsletter

Read the latest shopper's guide to pesticides in produce and your local Snap Fitness newsletter.

Students Enjoy Outdoor Classroom at Wint Nature Park

Preschool students from the Lake Orion Community Educational Resource Center visit the Lewis E. Wint Nature Center for a field trip.

Healthy Hobbies for a Fit and Fun Summer

Minimize your gym time by picking up a healthy hobby this summer.

High School Boys Lacrosse

Area lacrosse play offs gearing up!

Four Ways to Get Fit Outdoors this Summer

Four great ways to enjoy the summer and get in shape!

Sending Support Overseas

Xerox is sponsoring the Let’s Say Thanks program in honor of our troops, sending free postcards to US military men and women stationed overseas.

Mindless Munching: The Real Culprit Behind Weight Gain

The risk of unplanned calories and misconceptions regarding moderation and diets could lead to gaining extra weight; here's how to avoid it.

Successful Networking Via Social Media

A recent college graduate shares her inspiring networking success story accomplished through social media.

It (was) a Snap

Big camera, little camera ... what's the difference? Let me tell you.