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A beautiful walking trail in the 12-acre forest near the Farwell School will soon see some changes as part of the school’s Forest Stewardship Plan.

Farwell School Forest: 94 years and growing

For over 94 years the Farwell Area Schools have managed an important asset not many school systems possess. Ninety-one acres of land near the school and in the Farwell area were donated by Josiah … more

by Angela Kellogg | 6/22/23

We are a full service Print Shop!

We are a full service Print Shop! Quality Custom Printing: • Fliers • Invitations • Post Cards • Personal Mailing Labels • Newsletters / Brochures • Menus • Scratch Pads • Letterheads … more

8/9/17

Nicolas Patnode, 19, of Kalkaska poses with an illegal 9-point deer he killed in 2022. Patnode and Zander Garrett face a combined 14-charges after torturing a porcupine and illegally hunting throughout the county during October-November 2022. Both Kalkaska men are due back in court on May 20.

Kalkaska men arraigned, accused of torturing animals and illegal hunting

Nicholas Patnode, 19, and Zander Garrett, 20, were arraigned Monday in Kalkaska County District Court in Kalkaska for multiple wildlife violations that took place throughout Kalkaska County during … more

5/13/24

Hangar/terminal building with airport overview.

Airport Committee Considers Hangar/Terminal Condition

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – At the March meeting of the Clare County Airport Committee, a discussion of turf runway 9/27 repair was led by Scott Taylor. He … more

5/13/24

Don’t miss your chance to learn about, comment on DNR state land review recommendations

LANSING – Baraga, Benzie, Clare, Clinton, Genesee, Ionia, Manistee, Mecosta, Newaygo, Shiawassee and Wayne – if you spend time hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, birding or otherwise … more

6/21/23

Paulette Zurecki Sharp stands in front of an Army truck in 1945.

Michigan War Bride Shares Story Nearly a Century in the Making

HARRISON – Few writers have an opportunity to sit down with someone who was so integral a part of history as the fabled “War Brides” of the 1940s. That all changed last year as I … more

by Angela Kellogg-Henry | 3/3/24

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

This Blackstone On-the-Go 3-in-1 Tailgater (and more) went to 1st Place winner Brayden Dee. The four-burner Char-Broil Gas Griddle (and more) went to 2nd Place winner Dena Woods. The Koda 12 Gas Powered Pizza Oven (and more) went to 3rd Place winner Austin.

Grill off Contenders Bring Their ‘A’ Game

HARRISON – On Saturday, June 10, The Longer Table hosted its 2 nd Annual Grill Off on Second Street in Harrison. Proprietors Tammy and Trisha Galloway were their usual enthusiastic hosts, … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/14/23

Letter to the Editor-Reader Takes Issue with Talk of Ambulance Funding

Reader Takes Issue with Talk of Ambulance Funding Regarding the issue of ambulance service in Clare County. How soon we forget! At one time we had a very efficient ambulance service here in our … more

3/1/24

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

The St. Athanasius Knights of Columbus donated winter coats to the Clare County Baby Pantry. Pictured, from left, are Richard Gostonski, George Short and Fred Buckner.

Clare County Baby Pantry Receives Donation from KofC and in Memory of Audrey Pardue

Winter Coats have come in from several donors this fall. The St. Athanasius Knights of Columbus donated winter coats as pictured with Fred Buckner, Richard Gostonski, and George Short. Karen Stocking … more

10/29/23

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

MDARD, Horticulture Industry on Lookout for Invasive Balsam Woolly Adelgid

LANSING – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is working with the state's horticulture industry to detect and respond to invasive balsam woolly adelgid, a tiny, … more

10/29/23

MyMichigan Selects Architect for Medical Center Expansion, Revitalization

After announcing it would remain in its existing downtown location earlier this summer, MyMichigan Medical Center Clare has selected Hord Coplan Macht as the designer and architect for the expansion … more

11/1/23

Boba tea, sometimes called bubble tea in America, is a popular drink in Asia and is now offered at Hang’s Chinese in Harrison. The interior of Hang’s Chinese Restaurant has been updated since 2020 and is now open for lunch and dinner.

Hang’s Chinese Restaurant Continues American Dream

The Hang family has been running a restaurant in Harrison for more than 30 years. Lee Hang began Lee’s Chinese Restaurant on First Street which was later taken over by his nephew Doua Hang and … more

by Angela Kellogg | 6/14/23

Representatives from Clare, Gladwin and Midland counties, along with the City of Clare, pay close attention to the product and machine demonstration presented Tuesday, Aug. 22 at Clare County Airport 80D.

Long-awaited 80D Runway Crack Sealing Realized

HARRISON – It’s been a long, and sometimes contentious, effort to get some much-needed repair work done on the paved runway at Clare County Airport 80D. But, as the saying goes, good … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 8/28/23

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

Josh Ward stands in his garage with a car he’s currently detailing. He uses the car as an example of what he can do: the ultimate before and after you can expect for your vehicle.

Auto Guys Ready to Serve Community

Josh Ward is already familiar with running a business in Harrison and is eager to share his new venture with the community. Ward and his wife, Jennifer, manage Scooter’s Bar and Grill for his … more

by Angela Kellogg-Henry | 12/29/23

Reader Asks Why So Many Storage Units?

The following information was submitted to the letter to the editor information form on www.clarecountycleaver.net: first name: Vikki last name: Paulus address: 514 Saginaw St city: … more

4/10/24

Long-Serving Animal Control Director Bids Adieu

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – Pretty much every pet owner in Clare County knows who Clare County Animal Control Director Rudi Hicks is. That’s how it is … more

4/25/24