News | Clare County Cleaver

Gloria took the week after Thanksgiving off from writing the column, but she will be back next week. As her editor and a writer, myself, I can attest to the rigors of writing a weekly column. … more

12/8/23

McLearen Named Firefighter of the Year

Harrison Community Fire Department held its annual dinner and department party on Saturday. A very surprised Aaron McLearen was named firefighter of the year by a vote of his peers. Pictured, from … more

12/8/23

MDHHS observes World Aids Day December 1

MDHHS observes World Aids Day December 1 LANSING, Mich. -- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) recognizes World AIDS Day Friday, Dec. 1, to bring awareness to the ongoing HIV … more

12/1/23

Longer Table’s windows on Second Street in Harrison get an artist make-over by local artist Aliona Heber.

Painting the town Red, Blue, Pink, Cannoli, and more is Local Resident Aliona Heber

HARRISON – Many people have been wondering who has been painting all the art on windows in Harrison. It’s local artist Aliona Heber, also known by her nickname Mae. Heber works at Up … more

by Angela Kellogg-Henry | 12/1/23

Harrison Tractor Supply Company to Host Photos with Santa Event

HARISSON, Mich., Dec. 2, 2023 – Tractor Supply will spread holiday cheer this year with their Photos with Santa event. Held Dec 02, 2023 from 10:00 am until … more

11/29/23

Carol Majewski, director of Clare County Senior Services, provides a detailed update on services provided by her department to seniors in the county.

Senior Services Report Cites Ongoing Available Assistance

HARRISON – It’s a simple assumption that Clare County Senior Services provides some meals and housekeeping services to members of the county’s aged population. However, the services … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 11/28/23

Amish Cook-Broccoli Casserole

Before I think about packing clothes for a trip, my children are making all sorts of plans. I usually tell them they may pack their purses, then I’ll go through everything with them and discuss … more

by GLORIA YODER | 11/28/23

Sigafoose Awarded Progressive Grocer’s National Top Women in Grocery Award

Sheri Sigafoose, a store director at the Harrison Family Fare, was recently recognized with Progressive Grocer’s national Top Women in Grocery Award. This prestigious award is reserved for … more

11/27/23

State Police Need Help Identifying Stolen Golf Cart

KALKASKA COUNTY, MI. Troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Houghton Lake Post are asking for your help locating a custom orange golf cart that was stolen from an address on Ingersoll Road … more

11/27/23

Longer Table Grand Reopening

Tammy and Trisha Galloway, owners of Longer Table are joined by their staff and the Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Saturday, Nov. 18 to celebrate their … more

11/22/23

Cost of Thanksgiving dinner down slightly from last year's record high

Gathering around the table for a Thanksgiving dinner will cost less this year compared to 2022, but the meal still reflects historically high costs. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s … more

11/22/23

Amish Cook-Sweet and Sour Green Beans

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER "Mom, you need to write a column about this!" Julia quipped as she scattered another handful of straw over her grandparents' newly seeded lawn. … more

11/20/23

From the Heart in Clare County: Do you know what season it is?

By Dr. RAY FRANCIS Do you know what season is upon us? I know many of you are thinking deer season coming up. Or perhaps here in Clare County you are anticipating snowmobiling, basketball, … more

11/20/23

Crafting Joy and Memories at 4-H Holiday Craft Day

Clare County, MI - The Clare County 4-H Program invites families to unlock the magic of the holidays at the 4-H Holiday Craft Day on Saturday, December 2nd in the welcoming Outback Room of Jay's … more

11/20/23

Clare County Clerk to Hold Informational Meetings about Proposal 22-2

I realize there are a lot of questions surrounding the changes to elections that were passed by Michigan voters in November of 2022 with the passing of the constitutional amendment known as Proposal … more

11/20/23

Taking up the business of the Clare County Airport at the October Airport Committee meeting are, from left, Commissioners David Hoefling and Gabe Ambrozaitis, and Lori Phelps, county administrator. Pictured in the foreground are pilot Carl Lounsbury and Gale Bensinger, airport manager.

Airport Committee Discusses Potential Changes

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The October meeting of the Clare County Airport Committee touched on a multitude of topics, beginning with the Airport … more

11/20/23

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

These domestic tom turkeys sport some handsome plumage – looking dapper even while incarcerated.

Jail Birds: 8 Apprehended, 4 Still ‘At Large’

HARRISON – While the Cleaver was covering the Nov. 4 One Stop Shop vaccination and licensing clinic at the Clare County Animal Shelter, Animal Control Director Rudi Hicks took a moment to point … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 11/15/23

Hunter Rescued After Falling From Tree Stand in Roscommon County

ROSCOMMON COUNTY, MI. On opening day of firearm deer season, Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at approximately 6:00 a.m., a 61-year-old Almont man fell from his tree stand in Roscommon County in the … more

11/15/23

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