Clare County Cleaver

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

Join Mi Trees and plant a tree (or trees!) for the future

Want to help Michigan with cleaner air and water? Want to provide cooling summer shade and a haven for wildlife? Start with a tree. Pick one out at your local nursery, plant it and then pin it on … more

5/23/22

Governor Whitmer Declares State of Emergency Following Severe Storms and Tornado in Gaylord

GAYLORD, Mich. – While at the emergency operations center in Gaylord, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Otsego County after a tornado that left significant damage to … more

5/21/22

Business, government, industry leaders and interested community members gather at the Harrison City Hall to explore the process of determining the feasibility of a hotel development in the area.

Hotel Feasibility Study Supported by the Community

At a May 4 meeting at Harrison City Hall, outgoing city manager Tracey Connelly expected less than a dozen people to attend a focus group meeting as part of the hotel feasibility study undertaken by … more

by Angela Kellogg | 5/19/22

Michigan State Police Identify Suspect and Victim in Marion Shooting

Shooting in the Village of MarionThe suspect in this incident has been identified as Dale Ervin Orvis, age 36, of Marion. He was arraignedon May 17, 2022 in Osceola District Court for Assault with a … more

5/17/22

Consumers Energy Searching for Landowners to Help Lead Michigan’s Clean Energy Transformation

JACKSON, Mich., May 9, 2022 – Consumers Energy today announced it wants to work with landowners and communities to identify locations for utility-scale solar power plants that will provide … more

5/17/22

Amish Cook-Comforting Casserole For a Funeral

No matter how we try, it's impossible to avoid it altogether. Death is not naturally a pleasant part of life, and we avoid it at all costs. Still, it happens. This last week we've been face to … more

by Gloria Yoder | 5/17/22

News from Your Sheriff- May 2022

Finally, some nice temperatures and sun for us. It seems like it has been a long cold spring. I want to congratulate or newest graduate of the Kirtland Police Academy, Deputy Zach Noble. … more

5/13/22

Head-on Crash Claims Clare Man

Clare County Sheriff Department release At approximately 11:30 a.m. Monday, May 9, deputies responded to the area of Clare Avenue and Lincoln in Hatton Township for a report of a two-car head-on … more

5/10/22

All of Erica Yost’s personnel and many family members attended the Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala in Lansing ceremony. Pictured, from left, are Aja Heber, Madi LaTulip, Lindsay Heber, Erica Yost, Aliona Heber Leslie Hamilton and Kenzie Farison.

Not So Shabby Gifts Awarded Best Small Business Award

At the 18th annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Gala held May 3 in Lansing, Erica Yost, owner of Not So Shabby Gifts and Primitives, was awarded the Best Michigan Small Business Award. Not … more

by Angela Kellogg | 5/10/22