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Lanette Morgan and Doug Lewis of New Dawn Shelter in Gladwin describe their organization and facility, as well as its varied offerings for its residents.

BOC Hears of Neighboring County’s New Dawn Shelter

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – Addressing the March meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners was Doug Lewis, a co-director of New Dawn Shelter in … more

4/10/24

Karl Hauser, Clare County Veterans Services director, provides a comprehensive overview of services provided by his department, as well as statistical data for previous fiscal years. Seated with Hauser is Allisha Gary, veterans service officer.

Commissioners Hear Veterans Services Update

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The March 20 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners saw three presentations, one of which was the annual update on … more

4/8/24

Filing deadline approaching for candidates seeking office in 2024 elections

LANSING , M ich. - April 23 is the filing deadline for certain candidates seeking office in 2024 to appear on the Aug. 6 primary … more

4/8/24

A full-house standing-room-only crowd attended the Feb. 28 informational meeting presented by the Clare County Road Commission. Speakers pictured, (standing) from left, are Lt. Steven Sentz of the Clare County Sheriff Department, Officer Jessica Penn of the Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Division-Lakeview Post, lead host CCRC North Road Maintenance Foreman Brian Coon, and (seated) Delores Thomas of the Michigan Center for Truck Safety.

Rules of Road Wide-Ranging, Essential

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – Attendance at what was the Clare County Road Commission’s second offering of a truckdriver’s informational meeting … more

4/8/24

Marlana Terrian, Central Dispatch director, left, provides the Clare County Board of Commissioners with an in-depth overview of what her department provides for the people it serves. Sheriff John Wilson accompanied Terrian at the March 20 meeting.

Commissioners Get 911 Central Dispatch Center Update

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The March 20 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners was a meeting of presentations. In addition to the Veterans … more

4/8/24

Amish Cook-Emergency Biscuits

Spring is bursting in splendor. Birds sing the sweetest of songs in melodious chirps, grass is growing tall enough to mow, and the garden is being tilled. Spring. Could life be any better than in … more

4/8/24

Monica M. Weaver March 15, 1951 - April 3, 2024

Farwell Woman Dies in Single Car Crash

On 04/03/2024 at approximately 2:55 pm, Clare Central Dispatch received a call of a traffic crash on W Ludington Dr, at Conlay’s Café, west of the Village of Farwell. It was … more

4/5/24

Meagan and Derek McComber, owners of the newly renovated garage themed bar in Farwell, Hammerin’ Hank’s.

Hammerin’ Hank’s to Hold Grand Opening Event

By Megan Barron Cleaver Guest Writer FARWELL – The highly anticipated Hammerin’ Hank’s bar in Farwell made its soft opening debut just before St. Patrick’s Day on … more

4/4/24

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

Batman Charged with Possession of Cocaine and Drunk Driving

WEXFORD COUNTY, MI. On Sunday, March 31, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m. troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Cadillac Post stopped a vehicle on southbound US-131 near Exit 176 in Clam Lake … more

4/2/24

Students from Beaverton, Farwell, Harrison, Gladwin and Coleman gather Saturday, March 2 for the SPARKS-Ignite Esports Tournament, hosted at Clare-Gladwin RESD. The tournament showcased the gaming talents of 34 participants in friendly competition.

SPARKS-Ignite E-Tournament Showcases Esports Competition

Middle and high school students from Beaverton, Farwell, Harrison, Gladwin and Coleman who are participating in the SPARKS and Ignite programs, came together Saturday, March 2 for an exciting … more

4/1/24

Amish Cook- Stray Cats and Rhubarb Cake Dessert

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER “May we keep it- and give it some milk?” “Of course you may feed it, we’ll see about keeping it.” In a short order … more

4/1/24

First bites of the demolition to make way for Taco Bell in Harrison.

Chilly Weather Doesn’t Cool Taco Bell First Step

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – City crews were onsite early in the week prepping the 714 N. First St. property at the former DNR building, identifying/marking … more

3/28/24

Cleaver’s 3-Story Entry Makes Mark Among Peers

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The Clare County Cleaver has been serving its readership for just a few months shy of 143 years – a long time by any … more

3/21/24

Corrections Officer Arraigned

HARRISON – The Clare County Sheriff’s Office has released the following information regarding an incident involving one of its corrections officers. On Feb. 7, Clare … more

3/21/24

Greg Lautzenheiser of L&A Architects in Rochester Hills, Mike Wizynajtys of REC Engineers in Ortonville, and Bob Grabowski, chief financial officer of Great Lakes Taco, LLC, Grand Blanc, are pictured with the rendering of the Taco Bell as it will be built at 714 N. First St. in Harrison.

Taco Bell and Biggby Coffee Site Plans Approved

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – Next and decisive steps have been taken to finalize the sale of the .41-acre former DNR building property at 714 N. First St. in … more

3/20/24

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

State Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects

WEXFORD COUNTY, MI. On Saturday, February 24, 2024, troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Cadillac Post were dispatched to the Meijer store in Cadillac for a report of stolen merchandise and … more

3/15/24

Summer Job Fair April 3 at Mid Michigan College Harrison Campus

That time of year has arrived when you start looking to hire your Summer Help! In partnership with Clare-Gladwin RESD’s Career Tech Education (CTE) Program, Michigan Works! Region … more

3/15/24

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