‘Tis the season for FUN!! More great holiday events
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Looking for something fun to do, or great ideas for Christmas giving?There’s lots to see and do around the area and the holiday happenings have already begun!If you love Christmas decorations, local Veteran, Lecia Griffin will have…
Humphrey will continue as Clare City Mayor, Bonham as Mayor Pro-tem
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Those attending Clare City Commission meetings won’t be seeing any major changes in the board. Commissioner re-elected Pat Humphrey as Mayor for another year at Monday’s meeting, and Bob Bonham was the board’s choice for Mayor Pro-Tem…
Mike’s Musings: Thanksgiving a time for family, not politics
As we approach Thanksgiving and the holiday season I would like to make a few observations.First, I don’t think we need to get upset over politics. I’ve read on social media, where if you voted for Trump you will not…
Kyle honored by MMC College Foundation
The Mid Michigan College Foundation recently hosted An Evening of Gratitude on the College’s Mt. Pleasant Campus.“This event brought together supporters and friends as we recognized the incredible impact our donors make,” said Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid…
Plenty to do for the holidays around Clare County
There’s lots to see and do around the area.If you are in a holiday mood, local Veteran, Lecia Griffin will have her White House Christmas ornaments on display at the Clare Union Depot. You will have a chance to view…
Do you need Help?
By Mike WilcoxPublisher We know that the holidays, “the most wonderful time of the year,” can actually be a bummer for some.We know that lack of essential food and clothing, not being able to buy meaningful Christmas gifts for your…
Clare runners reflect on strong season
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE — it was a season Clare runners wont soon forget.Laura Leis, a sophomore, was 113th at the Division 3 state finals in 20 minutes 57.1 seconds.“There are many parts of cross country that I like,” Leis…
Obituary: Sally McKay Kutil
Sally McKay Kutil, age 90, passed away in Waterford Township, Michigan on November 7, 2024. Sally was born in Birmingham, Michigan on October 14, 1934. She attended Seaholm High School in Birmingham and went to the University of Colorado, Boulder,…
Obituary: David Leslie Sears
SEARS, DAVID LESLIE, age 69, of Weidman, passed away Friday, Nov 8, 2024, at his home.A Graveside Service will take place at 1:00 pm on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at North Brinton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Deer Hunting Season opened today
Hunting Season arrived this morning with all of the annual “hoopla” especially a bit north of here where I grew up.It really is a special time of year in this, the “North Country.” I include Clare County because this is…
May I Walk with You? BECOMING HEROES OF HOLINESS
Halloween, All Saints Day, All Souls Day, October 31, November 1, November 2. A triduum that reminds us of the Easter Triduum, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, and Easter Sunday.It’s the Pascal Mystery, the Death, and Resurrection of Jesus to save…
Mike’s Musings: Recalling a grassfire that I started, and praising those that rescue us
I missed Fire Prevention Week by a month, but I do want to send a shout out to the brave firefighters in this country.I have never had a fire burn down my house (fortunately) but I did have a grass…
Obituary: Martin Wayne Colosky (Marty)
Martin Wayne Colosky (Marty) age 52 passed away in Barryton, Michigan on October 24, 2024. Marty was born to Johnny and Shirley Colosky on August 6, 1972 in Clare, MI. He attended Farwell Area Schools. He lived in various places…
Obituary: Jackie Vasich
Jackie Vasich passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2024, at the age of 81. Jackie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family and community.…
Obituary: Vickie Vander Velpen
Vickie Vander Velpen, age 72, of Farwell passed away with her son and daughter-in-law by her side on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, under the care of McLaren Hospice after a long-fought battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia.In following with Vickie’s wishes,…
Obituary: Mildred “Millie” Vanacker
Mildred “Millie” Vanacker, age 93 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the North Woods Nursing Center of Farwell. She was born the daughter of Carl and Hazel (Blake) Recker on February 5, 1931 on their family…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: I’ll never be a hunter
I can’t believe Deer Hunting (gun season) is only one week away now.I grew up in an honest to goodness hunting family.Dad taught me gun safety before there were classes for such things and I have very fond memories of…
May I Walk with You? WHERE ARE THE MEN?
In a conversation I had with a fellow teacher years ago, she lamented that all the good men had been taken. She was a single mom, with a young son, who was doing her best to hold down a teaching…
Rail – Trail Ribbon cutting held at Clare Depot
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent The highlight of Monday night’s City Commission meeting was a report, and pictures of the completion of the Pere’ Marquette Rail trail project, completing the ‘Clare Gap’ through the City.City Manager Jeremy Howard’s report to the Commission…
Farwell pastor charged with sexually assaulting youth
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A months long investigation led to the arrest of a 57-year-old pastor of the Trinity Baptist Church in Farwell, Harold Norman Cole, Jr.The Clare County Sheriff’s Office got the report of Criminal Sexual Conduct second degree on…
