Clare County Cleaver

Mackenzie Gallaty, Jacob Dicks, Carley Young, Kyara Head, Mattie Hollar, Taylor Smith, Sarah Kokko and Halima Cisse during their first music rehearsal for “Dear Edwina JR.” to be performed at 7 p.m. March 12, 13 and 14 in the Harrison High School auditorium.

Harrison High School Students Request the Pleasure of Your Company at their performance of Dr. Edwina Jr.

Harrison High School Theatre is redefining etiquette lessons for the swingset set through its production of “Dear Edwina JR.,” featuring music by Zina Goldrich and a book and lyrics by … more

2/21/20

Amish Cook-Naming the Yoder's Baby

Time keeps marching faster than I can keep up with. I can hardly believe that I’m almost halfway through my waiting period or our little darling who is due in July. As of now, we don’t … more

by Gloria Yoder | 2/21/20

Gathered at the new south entrance for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony are Ed Haynack, benefactor; Terry Petrongelli, MMC Board trustee; Betty Mussell, MMC Board vice chair; Christine Hammond, MMC president; state Rep. Jason Wentworth; Richard Allen Sr., MMC Board secretary; Lillian Frick, MMC Vice President for Finance and Facilities; and Joe Meyers, MMC Director of Facilities.

MMC Cuts Ribbon on $13 Million Renovation Project

HARRISON – The Feb. 14 ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Mid Michigan College was more than the official completion of a project that was years in its planning, financing and construction. It was … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/20/20

Frostbite Winter Festival 2020

Welcome to Frostbite Winter Festival 2020! Click on the photos for the complete schedule. GET YOUR RAFFLE BUTTON! Brochures and buttons are available at the following … more

2/20/20

New activities this year included disc golf, cross-country skiing and information on fur trapping.

Winter Blast 2020 First at New Site

HARRISON – Mother Nature offered up another sunny day Feb. 8 as Mid Michigan College and MSU Extension teamed up again for Winter Blast, an opportunity for families – and individuals … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/17/20

Comedian Bill Hildebrandt Highlights Frostbite Festival

Much needed mid-winter comic relief is coming to Harrison. Stage professional Bill Hildebrandt will perform Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Harrison Moose as part of the Frostbite Winter … more

by Angela Kellogg | 2/13/20

Courtney McCrimmon answers one of the many questions put to her by members of the Harrison Community Schools Board of Education during her interview as a candidate to fill the school board trustee vacancy created by the resignation of George Gallo Jr.

New HCS School Board Member Appointed

HARRISON – At a special Feb. 3 meeting, the Harrison Community Schools Board of Education found itself in the desirable yet difficult position of having to choose from among three highly … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/11/20

Terry Acton, Hayes Township supervisor, explains to attendees at the Hayes Township Board’s January meeting his plan to step away from township government and pursue a spot on the board of the Clare County Road Commission.

Hayes Supervisor States Intent to Run for CCRC

HARRISON – Terry Acton closed out the January Hayes Township General Board meeting by stating formally that he would not be running for supervisor of Hayes Township in the coming … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/7/20

These Korean War veterans and many other members of the community gathered for the unveiling of the Korean War statue at Veterans Freedom Park at the completion of the first Freedom Ride fundraiser in July of 2018. Plans are underway for another ride this year on Saturday, July 25.

July 25 Freedom Run Plans Underway

HARRISON – Maye Tessner-Rood may have taken this year off as far as the Snowball is concerned, but her planning mind has not been idle. She spoke with the Cleaver recently to describe just … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 2/6/20

Tom and Cathy House with their son Matt House, linebackers coach for the Kansas City Chiefs.

Harrison Alum Matt House to Coach at Superbowl LIV

And just like that Harrison roots for the Kansas City Chiefs in this year’s Superbowl LIV. Harrison Community Schools alumni Matt House, in his first year as linebackers coach with … more

by Angela Kellogg Cleaver Managing Editor | 1/28/20

Carl Parks, Clare County Drain Commissioner, describes plans for reconstructing a dam.

Drain Commissioner Provides Projects Update

HARRISON – Clare County Drain Commissioner Carl Parks addressed the January meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners to inform and receive board approval to proceed with dam repairs … more

1/28/20

Commissioners Leonard Strouse, Dale Majewski and Jack Kleinhardt toss around the “Best Way to Manage Appointing/Electing Two Additional Road Commissioners” ball during the Jan. 15 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners.

County to Interview for Interim Road Commissioners

HARRISON – Faced with a deadline for action, the Clare County Board of Commissioners discussed what its specific approach would be for changing the Clare County Road Commission from a … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/23/20

Commissioner Dale Majewski makes known his stance on millage increases prior to the start of the Jan. 15 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners.

BOC Discusses County’s Financial Circumstance

HARRISON – Topics touched on during the Jan. 15 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners were varied, but two of them have been ongoing and touch virtually every citizen in the … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/23/20

Sheriff John Wilson Announces He Will Run for Re-election

Clare County Sheriff John S. Wilson is pleased to announce that he will seek his fourth term as your Clare County Sheriff. Sheriff Wilson is a lifelong resident of Clare County. His family moved … more

1/22/20

Harrison Man Arrested In Clare

On 01/21/2020 at approximately 7:20 p.m. Deputies from the Clare County Sheriff’s Office were on West 5th St. near Maple Rd.in the City of Clare on patrol, when a Blue in color Kia was … more

1/22/20

Gladwin Man Bags Bobcat

John Freier, left, and Adam Johnson reported this bobcat kill to Hunter’s Paradise in Meredith. They observed the cat on Sunday while hunting for coyotes in Sherman Township, Gladwin County. … more

1/15/20

From announcing the purchase of the Surrey House, to auctioning its contents, to assorted fundraising efforts and community awareness endeavors, the Harrison District Library has worked diligently toward its goal of renovating the landmark structure and making it the library’s new home. With plans to begin the renovation this year, that goal is coming more clearly into view.

Surrey House Work Targeted for Spring

HARRISON – When the Harrison District Library’s board of directors settled on its April 2016 decision to purchase the historic Surrey House for use as the library’s new home, it was … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 1/14/20

Marian Spencer, left, and Janet Cawood stand by a partial truckload of clothing and shoes collected for Hope Lutheran Church’s free clothes closet in Farwell during the 2017 Harrison-Hayes Township Recycling Day held at Harrison City Park.

Fundraising to Aid Community of Hope

The Community of Hope, a program which provides clothing for anyone in need of it, was started in 2013 in the fellowship hall of Living Hope Lutheran Church, 2855 W. Cadillac Drive in Farwell. It … more

1/14/20

This foreclosed, blighted house and garage were demolished in September 2016

Hayes Continues Quest to Banish Blight

HARRISON – Hayes Township has faced serious blight issues for years, and the battle to eliminate them is ongoing. As Hayes Township Supervisor Terry Acton has said multiple times, this problem … more

1/14/20

Clare County Community Foundation Grant to Support NMAC Mobile Unit Initiative

HARRISON – The Northern Michigan Alliance for Children, a child advocacy center serving the children of Clare, Gladwin and Missaukee counties, has received a $10,000 grant endowed by the Clare … more

1/9/20