Clare County Cleaver

Secretary of State Branch Offices to Reopen June 1 by Appointment Only

LANSING, MICH. Secretary of State branch offices will reopen June 1 by appointment only for essential transactions not available online in order to continue to balance the need to provide … more

5/28/20

During May, MDHHS raises awareness about continued need for foster families in Michigan

LANSING, Mich. – As Michigan takes measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, families are still needed to provide temporary foster homes for children. The Michigan Department of Health and … more

5/28/20

Letter to the Editor-Clare County BOC, A True Disappointment

I know winning elections, serving the public, and trying to balance a budget are very difficult tasks. I applaud those who answer the call of democracy to represent the 30,000 residents of Clare … more

5/28/20

County Clerk Calls County Board to Task

HARRISON – The May 20 monthly meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners got off to a bit of a rocky start, as Harrison resident Kris Pechacek asked for some clarification about items … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 5/28/20

Historical Society of Michigan Launches Midland County History Museums Flood Relief Campaign

The Historical Society of Michigan (HSM) has initiated a GoFundMe campaign to raise money to help Midland County history museums that were affected by recent floods. Following nearly five inches of … more

5/27/20

Ceremonies Honor Nation’s Fallen Soldiers, MIAs

Members of the American Legion Honor Guard from Legion Post 404, Harrison, gathered Monday to remember and honor those members of the community who had given their lives in service to their nation. … more

5/26/20

BOE Acknowledges Seniors’ Academic Excellence

HARRISON – The May 11 meeting of the Harrison Community Schools Board of Education got underway with some of the happier news available and under Information/Discussion, board president Angie … more

5/22/20

Water and Food Safety After Flooding

Residents along flooded rivers in Arenac and Gladwin counties should avoid contact with flood waters. Standing flood water and flooded waterways are likely contaminated with high levels of bacteria. … more

5/19/20

‘Gangsters Up North’ and in Clare County

For months I looked forward to Robert Knapp’s new book launch at the Pere Marquette District Library. Like many other events it was canceled due to travel restrictions and stay at home … more

by Angela Kellogg | 5/15/20

Pictured at the May 5 special budget meeting, the Clare County Board of Commissioners continue to hash out how to make the painful, yet necessary budget cuts to enable the county to stay afloat until revenues rise.

BOC Making Slight Headway on Current Budget Shortfall

HARRISON – During the coronavirus pandemic, all the necessary work on behalf of the county’s residents continues in the various departments of Clare County government. In most, if not … more

5/14/20

2020 Mackinac Bridge Walk suspended

May 13, 2020 -- Echoing a focus on safety that led it to bar public traffic from the bridge during the Annual Bridge Walk beginning in 2017, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today suspended … more

5/13/20

Budgetary Specifics Provide Only Small Dent in Expenses

HARRISON – Just two days after its monthly meeting, the Clare County Board of Commissioners met at 1 p.m. Friday, April 24 for a special meeting. The main focus of discussion was how to cut … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 5/7/20

Harrison Woman Pleads Guilty to 2019 Run from Police in Walraven's Market Truck

Nicole Marie Trotter, from Harrison, plead guilty on February 19, 2020, to Flee and Elude 3rd degree, Police Officer – Resist and Obstruct (two counts), and Unlawful Driving Away Motor Vehicle, … more

5/7/20

MDHHS Issues Emergency Order Related to Handling of Bodies

LANSING, MICH. Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon today issued an Emergency Order that shortens the time frame hospitals and funeral … more

5/4/20

System Malfunction Results in Delayed COVID-19 Daily Report

LANSING, MICH. Due to a software issue, COVID-19 case and death counts are delayed for May 4. Daily, thousands of tests results are sent to the Michigan Department of Health and Human … more

5/4/20

Convalescent Plasma Donors Needed

MIDLAND, Mich. – MidMichigan Health is asking individuals who previously tested positive for COVID-19 and have recovered to consider donating their plasma, also known as convalescent … more

5/1/20

Lake Woman Sentenced to Prison for Drugs/Maintaining a Drug House

Elizabeth Ann McLaughlin, of Lake, Michigan, plead guilty to Controlled Substance – Delivery/Manufacture Methamphetamine, Possession of (Cocaine, Heroin, or another narcotic) 50-499 grams, and … more

4/30/20

MSU Ext. Hosts Septic and Well Use and Maintenance Webinar

One unintended consequence of the stay home/stay safe order is septic system issues. In the past, many homes were empty for 8-10 hours each weekday while homeowners were at work, school and other … more

4/28/20

Pure Michigan Encourages Statewide Strength and Unity with “Two Peninsulas, One Pure Michigan” Message

LANSING, MICH. Pure Michigan is sharing a new effort around “Two Peninsulas, One Pure Michigan” to spread a message of strength and unity as residents throughout the state stay home … more

4/27/20

MDOT video pays tribute to Michigan's critical infrastructure workers

MDOT video pays tribute to Michigan's critical infrastructure workers April 23, 2020 -- During these uncertain times, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants Michigan to know … more

4/24/20