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State Police Need Your Help Locating a Vehicle Involved in a Hit and Run

MISSAUKEE COUNTY, MI. On Monday, January 15, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m. a trooper from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Cadillac Post was dispatched to a hit and run crash involving a pickup … more

1/16/24

Nick Loomis conducts the library renovation tour, describing changes and detailing components and services offered through the newly renovated building.

Library Tour a Sneak Peek for Patrons

HARRISON – In April 2016, the Harrison District Library made public its acquisition of the former Surrey House for use as its new location. The move to a larger facility was much needed, and … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/9/23

Statewide Tornado Drill Scheduled for March 20

LANSING, MICH. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared March 17-23 as Michigan’s Severe Weather Awareness Week , and the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland … more

3/15/24

Educators, board members and interested parents and their students attend the first Harrison Community Schools Town Hall meeting held May 2 in the Harrison High School/Middle School media room.

First HCS Town Hall Informative

HARRISON – As the end of a school year would have it, May 25 was a busy sports night at Harrison Community Schools. That was also the evening when the first HCS Town Hall meeting convened, and … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/12/23

Merriam-Webster adds 690 new words to an already long book

The folks at Merriam-Webster have been hard at work, keeping the dictionary relevant for a new generation of vibrant verbophiles. The new class of 690 words promises to keep M-W a real page-turner. … more

10/11/23

The Young family of seven are in front of their store Harrison Shop N Go at 3010 N. Clare Ave. in Harrison, near Wilson State Park.

Young Family Transforming Harrison Shop N Go as Go-To Hometown Store

To say life is busy for the Young family is an understatement. The Cleaver interview was six months in the making for this busy family when the couple took over the Harrison Shop N Go in January. … more

by Angela Kellogg | 6/28/23

Shelter Staff, Treasurer Ensure County Dogs Protected, Licensed

HARRISON – On Nov. 4, the Clare County Animal Shelter once again opened its doors on a Saturday for the annual One Stop Shop rabies and licensing clinic. This year’s 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 11/10/23

What to expect when you vote in 2024 from County Clerk Lori Mott

The Presidential Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 and only takes place once every 4-years. This Primary Election is held so that the voters can narrow the Republican and … more

2/5/24

Curious About Cannabis: Discovering Amsterdam

By MEGAN BARRON Cleaver Guest Writer HARRISON – While it is no mystery that Harrison is now home to a new premium cannabis dispensary, for many the building may remain a bit … more

8/27/23

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is seeking residents' opinions and perceptions about deer via an online survey, as part of the DNR's Deer Management Initiative process. The survey, open now through April 16, is available at Michigan.gov/Deer.

DNR public survey, open through April 16, seeks broad input on deer management

As part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Deer Management Initiative process, several members of the group have collaborated with a social … more

4/3/24

Barryin his twenties driving the Ranger sometime in the 1990s. The photo is in a collage of photos given to Barry for his 50th birthday by longtime friends John and Lacie Curns.

1991 Ford Ranger, a Truck (love) Story

Previoulsy published in a special edition of the Cleaver on November 11, 2023 In 1993 Barry bought a 1991 Ford Ranger from North Country Ford in Clare. Barry and Angela even went on a date when … more

by Angela Kellogg | 11/11/23

Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Michigan State Police Trooper Joel Popp

-- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer 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 … more

1/30/24

Malisa Dinnan describes the meticulous way she is approaching her plans for converting the old library building at 105 E. Main St. into an antique shop after she takes possession of the building Sept. 11.

Planning Commission OK’s Antique Shop Site Plan

HARRISON – Aside from approval of its meeting minutes for May 17, June 13 and July 11, the Harrison Planning Commission had two basic items to consider at its Aug. 8 meeting. The first was a … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 8/23/23

Artists invited by Genvieve Wolfrum to paint murals at Goddess Studio attended an open house in their honor on Saturday, Sept. 9. Left to right: Rebecca Mann, Mary Starr, Genevieve Wolfrum, Jess Diponio, and Kelly Crandall.

Goddess Studio Art Reveal a Tribute to Earth, Feminine Energy

HARRISON – Four artists came together Saturday, Sept. 9 along with friends and clients of Genevieve Wolfrum for an art reception and to reveal a new feature at the studio. Wolfrum is the owner … more

by Angela Kellogg | 9/15/23

Cast members include Cara Beemer as Mother, Malachai Coulson as Victor Velasco and the mailman, Cami Loomis as Corie Bratter, Matt Holmes as Paul Bratter, and Morgan Jones as the telephone man.

Small Cast has Big Heart for Barefoot in the Park Performance

By Ethan Wallace Cleaver Student Writer This week’s Harrison High School performance of “Barefoot in The Park” by Neil Simmon is directed by Harrison High School teachers … more

4/11/24

Amish Cook-Pumpkin Cheesecake

A gravestone isn’t something I ever gave much thought to, it’s something I thought was distant and, in the future, but events last year changed that. That first year after … more

11/7/23

During the March 6 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole, Judge Joshua Farrell presents the revised courthouse security plan as recommended by the Michigan Supreme Court.

Chief Judge Presents High Court Building Security Recommendation

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The March 6 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole saw the absence of Commissioners Jeff … more

3/18/24

Harrison Man Sentenced on Drug Charge

Prosecutor’s Office release HARRISON – On Oct. 10, 2023, Randy Alan Grubaugh of Harrison pleaded guilty as charged to Delivery/Manufacture Methamphetamine. He was sentenced Dec. 11 … more

12/27/23

Sparks Students Help Complete Fall Clean-up at Veterans Freedom Park

Every spring and fall students from the Sparks after school program at Harrison Middle and High School help clean up the Veterans Freedom Park. On Oct. 23, students swarmed the park with shovels, … more

11/7/23

Harrison Baker in National ‘Greatest Baker’ Contest

Cleaver Managing Editor Cindy Peters has been a vendor at the Gladwin Farmer’s Market for over eight years. She makes natural skin and body care products in addition to baked goods of all … more

by Angela Kellogg-Henry | 11/17/23