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Shannon Cummings (center with scissors) prepares to snip the ribbon officially opening the new office of Cummings Realty on Monday, Feb. 5. She is joined by family and members the Cumming Realty … more

2/9/24

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Snowball Returns with Focus on Homelessness

HARRISON – It’s no mystery to people throughout the region that Veterans Freedom Park in Harrison honors those who have served their country through military service, and especially those … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/9/24

In 2023 Cops and Doughnuts sold over 44,000 Paczi and expect to do the same again this year.

Pastry Profile on the Local Paczi

By MEGAN BARRON Cleaver Guest Writer CLARE – With Fat Tuesday sneaking up early this year on Feb. 13, Cops and Doughnuts has been hard at work making and shipping orders for its … more

2/7/24

Nearly 1.3 million Michigan voters have applied for absentee ballots three weeks before Election Day

LANSING, Mich. – There are three weeks left until Election Day in Michigan’s Presidential Primary and nearly 1.3 million voters have requested absentee ballots for the primary … more

2/7/24

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

2024 Black Lake sturgeon season canceled

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is announcing the cancellation of the 2024 Black Lake sturgeon season , which was scheduled to start Saturday, Feb. … more

2/2/24

Harrison Tractor Supply Store Invites Youth to get Growing with Plant-a-Seed Event

The Harrison Tractor Supply store is inviting young gardeners to its Plant-A-Seed event for a free opportunity to learn the basics of gardening with a hands-on activity. On Feb. 3, 2024 from 10 … more

2/2/24

Amish Cook-Cheesy Chicken Stew

My kitchen is torn to pieces; everything is a huge mess. Before you get worried, though, I’m having an amazing day! Thanks to the kindness and generosity of those who had never met us, I … more

by GLORIA YODER | 1/30/24

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

Harrison Man Sentenced for Multiple CSC Related Offenses

Adam Josiah Post, of Harrison, was found guilty on November 30, 2023, of six criminal sexual conduct related offenses across three separate files as follows: Criminal Sexual Conduct 1st Degree, … more

1/24/24

During the first 2024 quarterly Hayes Planning Commission meeting held Jan. 10, Ken Hoyt, Hayes Township Zoning Administrator, cites some zoning ordinance descriptions to be considered among the proposed zoning ordinance amendments.

Hayes Planning Commissioners Hear Resident Tirade

HARRISON – Business at the Hayes Planning Commission’s first quarterly meeting of 2024 began with approval of the agenda as received, followed by approval of the Oct. 11, 2023, meeting … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/24/24

A Northern Tradition Returns to Jay’s Sporting Goods

The 21st annual A Northern Tradition, a fundraiser for Mid Michigan College sponsored by Jay’s Sporting Goods, will be held from 5-8 p.m. Sunday, April 14 in Clare. This unique event has … more

1/22/24

Mid Hosts Poverty Awareness Month Food Drive

To raise awareness about poverty in the region, especially among college students, Mid Michigan College is hosting a non-perishable food drive Monday, January 15 through Friday, January 19 on its … more

1/17/24

CCRC Director Offers Comprehensive Update

HARRISON – After the December budget briefing on transportation presented at Harrison City Hall by William Hamilton, senior financial analyst for the House Fiscal Agency, it was time to bring … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/16/24

Dewayne Rogers, Clare County Road Commission managing director, is pictured by the Bridge Crew trailer in the CCRC truck garage. Down front are forms awaiting the ultra-high performance concrete which will create the deck panels for a Colonville bridge replacement set for this year.

CCRC 2023: A year filled with projects, innovative solutions

HARRISON – Dewayne Rogers, Clare County Road Commission’s managing director, had an extraordinarily busy 2023. Reading the adjacent article on page 2 (link below) of this issue, … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/16/24

Dave Wright, Hamilton Township supervisor, assures a resident that the township is aware of a specific blight/Child Protective Services situation, and urges the resident to continue making complaint to Child Protective Service if concerned the situation is not being addressed.

Hamilton Township 1 of 4 County Entities Seeking SPARK Grant

HARRISON – There was a full house at the Jan. 4 monthly meeting of the Hamilton Township Board of Trustees, with 18 guests in attendance. After approval of the agenda, the Board heard Public … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/16/24

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

Consumers Energy Prepares for Second Major Winter Storm to Strike Michigan

JACKSON, Mich., Jan. 12, 2024 – On the heels of Michigan’s first major storm of the winter, over 400 Consumers Energy and contractor crews from as far away as Colorado, New York and … more

1/12/24

Meet the Candidate-William Faber

I would like to announce my candidacy for the position of Clare County Drain Commissioner. I have held that role since my appointment in late May of 2023, following the passing of the former … more

1/11/24

Fire crews work to quench residual hot spots and to open the smoldering structure after battling down a home fire Thursday morning in the Ash Acres Subdivision in Hayes Township. One deceased male remained inside prior to the arrival of the medical examiner.

Hayes Township Home Fire Includes Fatality

HARRISON – The first week of the bright new year was darkened Thursday, Jan. 4 by a fatal mobile home fire at 3571 Ash Road in the Ash Acres Subdivision in Hayes Township. Harrison Fire Chief … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/10/24