On Sunday, January 18, 2026 at approximately 12:19 p.m. the Clare County Central Dispatch received a report of a two-vehicle crash on southbound US-127 near Colonville Rd in Grant Township.  …

               Norma Grace Cook 87 of Harrison passed peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center-Clare. …

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The first Hamilton Township Board meeting of the year saw four members present: Supervisor Gerald Tom Vaughn, Clark Andrea Wallace, …

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The Hayes Township Planning Commission commenced its first quarterly meeting of the year Wednesday, Jan. 9, with new member Pat …

To the Editor, I am writing to express deep concern regarding the loss of Marion Public Library privileges for residents of Redding Township. Due to rising fees, our community’s only remaining …

ANGOLA, Indiana – Natalee Kunse of Clare completed requirements for a degree from Trine University at the end of the Fall 2025 semester. Kunse earned a degree in Master of Physician Assistant …

Victoria Lynn (Gross) Hudson age 69 of Harrison, Michigan passed away on December 27, 2025. Leaving behind a legacy defined by service, compassion, and a deep commitment to the community she loved. …

By ANDY HENION Communications representative, Wildlife Division Michigan Department of Natural Resources Bear hunters recorded another robust season in Michigan in 2025, harvesting …

By BEN MURPHY Cleaver Sports Writer Playing on back-to-back nights can be a bit of a wild card. The Harrison girls basketball team made it work however, as they were able to pick up wins on …

By BEN MURPHY Cleaver Sports Writer The Clare boys’ basketball team opened the new year with a lopsided win over Ithaca on Tuesday, Jan. 6. The Pioneers were playing on the Yellowjackets …

By BEN MURPHY Cleaver Sports Writer It wasn’t a win, but the Farwell boys’ basketball team still feels pretty good about how they played against one of the best teams in the Jack Pine …

CLARE – In the northernmost reaches of Clare County lies a unique property that feels as though it is deep in wild country. Walking across the land takes you through several landscapes. Upland …

Rosemarie "Rosie" Zoellner, age 87, of Clare, formerly of Alma, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Niche Aging of Clare under the care of Optimal Hospice. In following with Rosie's …

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dolores Kesson. She departed this earth peacefully with family by her side on January 10, 2026, at the age of 87.  She is survived by …

The application period for Michigan’s spring turkey hunting season is open now through Sunday, Feb. 1. Applications cost $5 each and can be purchased at any  license agent , online at  …

Barbara J. Flemming, age 62 of Coldwater, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Centrica Rose Arbor in Kalamazoo. She was born October 2, 1963, in Clare, MI to Joseph and Joyce (DeFoy) …

MIDLAND, Mich. – The MyMichigan Health Foundation has opened applications for its 2026–2027 scholarship program, offering more than 40 scholarships to students pursuing careers in health care. …

Karen Lee Archamboult, age 80, of Harrison passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the University of Michigan Health - Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. A Visitation Gathering for Karen will be …

JACKSON, Mich.– Michigan families are feeling pressure from rising costs everywhere they turn. To support our customers, Consumers Energy is kicking off 2026 by investing $5 million to help …

Mid Michigan Community Action to Participate in Annual Point-in-Time Count Helping Our Neighbors Starts with Understanding [Farwell, MI—] On January 28, 2026, Mid Michigan Community …