Clare County Cleaver

Summer Reading Program in Full Swing at Local Libraries

Summer Reading Programs at the Pere Marquette District Library in Clare and the Harrison District Library kicked off last week to the beat of drums. Lori Fithian who runs Drummunity out of Ann Arbor … more

by Angela Kellogg | 6/28/22

Make a Really Good Plan…Then Add People

In an example of what a community can do when neighbors help neighbors, members of the Amish community gathered early June 15 on a farm along E. Townline Lake Road for a traditional barn raising. … more

6/24/22

Emergency responders at the scene on of a fatal amigo-van accident in Harrison.

Amigo-Van Accident Fatal for Harrison Man

On June 22, at 1:03 p.m., Clare County Central Dispatch received a call of a car versus pedestrian personal injury traffic crash, within the intersection of First and Main Street in the City of … more

6/24/22

Michigan Speaker of the House Jason Wentworth presents a State of Michigan Special Tribute proclamation to Harrison Community Schools Superintendent Rick Foote during a school celebration held in honor of his career in education

Rick Foote Recognized, Honored for 35 Years of Service to School District

HARRISON – Harrison Community Schools Superintendent Rick Foote, who will be retiring at the end of this month, was honored for his many years of service with a school open house get-together … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/19/22

The career of Harrison City Manager/Clerk Tracey Connelly has included instituting and guiding to fruition a multitude of projects aimed at the betterment of life for Harrison residents, and development and improvement of the infrastructure that supports it all. These are a few of the moments marking those accomplishments.

Tracey Connelly: Harrison’s Biggest Fan to Retire

HARRISON – Having been born and raised in Harrison, and having served its citizens for 20 years, Tracey (Beadle) Connelly is what anyone would recognize as a hometown girl. And now, Connelly is … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/15/22

Clare County Lottery Club Wins $1.2 Million Lotto 47 Jackpot

A Clare County Lottery club was in complete shock after winning a $1.2 million Lotto 47 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery. The Lottery club members, who chose to remain anonymous, … more

6/15/22

Dave Rowe Bids City Council Adieu

HARRISON – Following a harrowing health episode, Dave Rowe has chosen to resign his position on the Harrison City Council. Rowe made his decision formal at the June 6 Harrison City Council … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/13/22

Local Parishes Hold Catholic Summer Book Clubs

Living in central Michigan, summers are a very busy time for families. With vacations and outdoor activities, it is difficult to plan for a one-week vacation bible school event that will meet the … more

6/13/22

Biking on the Pere Marquette State Rail Trail with the Lake Station coal tower in the distance.

Walking and Biking Clare County. It’s Time to Give it a Try!

Summer is a great time to discover the Clare County outdoors. But if you’re new to the county, want to begin walking or biking, or have friends or family with whom you want to enjoy the … more

6/8/22

Letter to the Editor-Student Involvement Reassuring

The following information was submitted to the letter to the editor information form on www.clarecountycleaver.net: first name: Bronwyn last name: Asplund address: 3900 N HARDING … more

6/8/22

Over 100 people attended the HHS Alumni event on May 28.

HHS Alumni Tradition Carries Forward

The Saturday, May 28 annual meeting of the Harrison Alumni held in the Harrison High School auditorium was triple that of last year’s outdoor gathering at Harrison City Park. As per tradition, … more

by Angela Kellogg | 6/5/22

Shown here are some of the few old-school cages inside the original Animal Shelter building. Fortunately, upgrades in recent years have created humane spaces for detaining animals. Bids are being sought for demolition of the original building, with an eye to construction of a new structure, or possibly an addition on the current shelter.

Bissell Empty the Shelter Event Successful

HARRISON – So, pretend it’s a regular day, and out of the blue, some really nice people show up at your door and give you a check for $10,600. Crazy, right? Well, that is exactly what … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/5/22

Abigail Bissonnette in her role as Ursula the Sea Witch at the Broadway Theatre in Mount Pleasant in the Winter of 2022.

Local Young Artist Will Attend Renowned Interlochen Arts Camp

Abigail Bissonnette, age 17, of Lake has been accepted and will attend Interlochen Arts Camp, the nation’s premier multidisciplinary summer arts program for aspiring artists in grades 3 through … more

6/3/22

Newly-appointed HCS Board of Education Trustee Tom House takes the oath of office immediately following the special meeting held to interview candidates.

House Appointed to Interim HCS School Board Seat

HARRISON – At a special May 24 meeting, the Harrison Community Schools Board of Education found itself in the desirable yet difficult position of having to choose from among four highly … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/3/22

Unveiling of the park’s final bronze statue, which honors all those who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Community Gathers to Remember, Honor Fallen Veterans

HARRISON – A large crowd gathered Monday, May 30 to mark Memorial Day at Veterans Freedom Park in Harrison, a town filled with fiercely patriotic citizens. The service began with the laying of … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 6/1/22

Amish Cook- A Bittersweet Mother's Day

“Happy Mother’s Day!” It was Julia, sleepily walking out of the bedroom holding, Gumdrop, her pet miniature poodle. Snuggling up next to me on the couch, we shared a hug. There were … more

by Gloria Yoder | 5/30/22

Enchanted Woods Designz & 20 Lakes Trading Post cuts ribbon

Enchanted Woods Designz & 20 Lakes Trading Post celebrated its ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday, May 17. The business will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to … more

5/30/22

Memorial Day Ceremony at Veterans Freedom Park

HARRISON – The grand opening ceremony at Veterans Freedom Park was held May 25, 2016. Now, after six years of dedicated fundraising efforts, community cooperation, generosity and commitment … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 5/25/22

Consumers Energy Making $100 Million in Upgrades to Improve Reliability of Michigan’s Power Grid

JACKSON, Mich., May 23, 2022 – Consumers Energy today announced plans for $100 million of investment in 2022 to reduce both the number and length of power outages. The energy provider will make … more

5/24/22

Commissioner Bronwyn Asplund stands proudly with newly-appointed Clare County Administrator Lori Phelps, who recently received recognition of her work as Community Services Director in the form of the National Association of Counties Achievement Award. Asplund had nominated Phelps for the prestigious award, and announced Phelps’ recognition during the May 24 meeting of the Clare County Board of Commissioners.

County’s Lori Phelps Receives National Recognition

HARRISON – At the Clare County Board of Commissioners’ May 18 meeting, District 6 Commissioner Bronwyn Asplund chose to forgo her report on townships and instead made a special … more

by Dianne Alward-Biery | 5/24/22