Hello neighbors

Welcome to Inside Independence Township.

I am Joette Kunse and I want to share with you the issues and ideas that the residents of Independence Township and the City of the Village of Clarkston — I won't always be so formal; you're my neighbors — that are being discussed in our community.

I will write about the great things that so many fantastic people are doing in and for the community and beyond. I will address the hot-button political issues, and I will find the small stories that will make you smile and be proud that you live here.

We will have a discussion about what's happening. Whether it's the debate of police in Clarkston or the potential recall of the township supervisor, I will examine what's being said and done. I also will tell you about the little things that make the community a great place to live, such as mom-to-mom sales, the important work of volunteers, or stories about the accomplishment of our students.

Please share with me topics and happenings that should be discussed as well as your opinions on what is going on.

This conversation will inform you about what decisions are being made that will impact your households, your wallets and purses and your lives.