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Pam Gardner, Hardy Bonham Insurance Agency customer service representative and Jeff Hardy, vice-president of Hardy Bonham Insurance. Hardy is a veteran of the United States Navy.

Hardy Bonham Insurance Agency and Frankenmuth Mutual Offer New Flag to Honor Veterans

In honor of upcoming Veterans Day, Hardy Insurance Agency and Frankenmuth Mutual Insurance Co. are sponsoring an American-made U.S. Flag exchange. Bring a worn-out flag and trade it for a brand new … more

10/20/23

City Addresses One-Way Caution, Sealcoating, Hazardous Materials, More

HARRISON – In Mayor Dan Sullivan’s Aug. 7 report to Council, he noted the passing of Ken Hills, whom he described as a major force in the Harrison-Leota Snow Riders snowmobile club. … more

8/22/23

DNR firefighters work to suppress the Wilderness Trail Fire southeast of Grayling.

Wisconsin firefighters arrive to help with Grayling fire, now estimated at 90% contained

A team of 10 firefighters from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources arrived Sunday to help the Michigan DNR and cooperating agencies battle the Wilderness Trail Fire located southeast of … more

6/5/23

Amish Cook-Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

THE AMISH COOK BY GLORIA YODER Okay, what I would really like is an open house and host all of you for a meal, get acquainted, and the like. I know it's impossible, but I won't stop wishing … more

10/20/23

Northern Michigan Alliance for Children invites you to celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month this April

Northern Michigan Alliance for Children invites you to celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month this April Northern Michigan Alliance for Children (NMAC), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit child advocacy … more

4/15/24

Under the guiding eye of Administrator Lori Phelps, BOC Chair Jeff Haskell applies his signature to the end-of-year documents solidifying the actions taken by the Clare County Board of Commissioners at its Sept. 29 special meeting.

BOC Finalizes FY 2024 Budget, Compensations

HARRISON – The Clare County Board of Commissioners met Sept. 29 to close out Clare County’s fiscal year business. Absent were Commissioners Samantha Pitchford and Rickie Fancon, both … more

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY | 10/10/23

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

State Agencies Collaborate to Help Protect Children from Unintentional Firearm Injuries

LANSING, MICH. – The Michigan State Police (MSP) and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced today they are partnering together to protect children from unsecured … more

4/18/24

World Mental Health Day is October 10, 2023

Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) would like to recognize World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2023. The theme of this year’s worldwide spotlight on behavioral health issues … more

10/10/23

Crews continue working on wildfire southeast of Grayling, now more than 90% contained

With slightly cooler weather aiding firefighting efforts, crews continued work Monday to suppress the Wilderness Trail Fire that has burned an estimated 2,400 acres southeast of Grayling. … more

6/5/23

Sheriff Department Welcomes New K-9 Officer

Sheriff Wilson would like to introduce Deputy Zachary Noble’s new partner K-9 Lux. Since Noble was a child, he aspired to be a K-9 handler. Dreams come true when you work hard and put your mind … more

6/21/23

Hospice Patients to Benefit from Butterflies in the Park Event

MIDLAND, Mich. – On Sunday, Aug. 6, MyMichigan Home Care will host Butterflies in the Park, its annual outdoor event giving community members an opportunity to remember or honor loved ones who … more

7/3/23

Community Remembers, Honors Fallen Military

HARRISON – The May 29 Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Freedom Park began with a welcome from Karl Hauser, director of Clare County Veterans Services, followed by the Honor Guard Posting of … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/6/23

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.

Village in Michigan has 94-year-old School Forest

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 | 6/21/23

Multiple Departments Assist Clare FD with Hay Fire

On Saturday, June 24, the Clare Fire Department responded to report of hay bales burning at 6891 E. Grass Lake Road in Isabella County at the farm owned by Chris Reger. The large round bales were … more

6/27/23

Fatal Accident with Lawnmower Takes Life of Gladwin Man, 70

Gladwin County Sheriff Department Release On Saturday, July 01, 2023, at approximately 4:00pm Deputies from the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence within Gladwin … more

7/3/23

Cleaver’s 3-Story Entry Makes Mark Among Peers

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY Cleaver Staff Writer HARRISON – The Clare County Cleaver has been serving its readership for just a few months shy of 143 years – a long time by any … more

3/21/24

Blackened areas and remaining green vegetation are visible following the Wilderness Trail Fire in northern lower Michigan

Wilderness Trail Fire is 100% contained, area reopens

Fire crews continued putting out hot spots within the Wilderness Trail Fire burn area Tuesday as local roads reopened. The fire, estimated at 2,418 acres in size, is now 100% contained. The … more

6/7/23

Sheriff John Wilson updates the County Board of Commissioners on goings on in his department.

Sheriff Provides Update, Lauds Employees

HARRISON – In Sheriff John Wilson’s report to the Clare County Board of Commissioners at the June 21 meeting, he noted that to-date Central Dispatch had logged 16,288 incidents, and that … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 7/3/23

Prosecutor’s Office Files Lawsuit Against County Board of Commissioners

HARRISON – Over the past few months, the Clare County Board of Commissioners has heard repeated requests for increased attorney staffing for the Clare County Prosecutor’s Office. Previous … more

By DIANNE ALWARD-BIERY | 6/29/23