Mike’s Musings: Send us those $5000 checks, DOGE
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has received a lot of attention in the news lately. Led by Elon Musk, his minions of young computer nerds have found billions of dollars of waste and fraud taking place in our vast…
Egg prices continue to soar
By Rachael Humphrey The budget friendly breakfast staple continues to rise in price. According to the latest consumer price index (CPI) the national average for a dozen eggs is $4.95. Compared to the average low of $2.04 in 2023 that…
Farwell girls place sixth
By John RaffelCorrespondent FARWELL — Farwell’s girls bowling team was sixth among 10 schools in the Division 4 regional 29 tournament on Feb. 20 at Riverwood Lanes in Mount Pleasant.Farwell’s team score was a 2,317. This is a combination of…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Marvelous Muddy March is Here!!
Today is possibly my favorite day of the whole year.Oh, it isn’t my birthday, anniversary or any special day at all. It is just the first day of the month that is hinting that winter weather might soon be over.February,…
May I Walk with You? ORIGINAL GOODNESS
Original Goodness, Original beauty, Original peace, Original harmony, Original unity, Original health, Original blessing, Original holiness. The Bible and the Church teach that when God created the world, including man, that he not only said that it was good, but”…
Irish Festival How it all began
By Rachael Humphrey This year Clare Area Chamber of Commerce anticipates a big celebration for St. Patrick’s Day, as it marks 50 years since the celebration began.The earliest mentions of the celebrations began on March 10th, 1975 when it was…
Mike’s Musings: How do our public servants amass their huge new worths?
I often wonder if I chose the wrong profession. Don’t get me wrong I love my work, but sometimes toiling 60 hours a week becomes kind of a drag at my age.I should have run for election and become a…
Obituary: William L. Comer
FEBRUARY 19, 1936 – FEBRUARY 11, 2025 William L. Comer age 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Pioneer Golden Estates of Clare. William was born February 19, 1936 in Clare, Michigan the son of Phyllis…
Obituary: Harland Lloyd (Bud) Hunt
In loving memory of Harland Lloyd (Bud) Hunt of Lake, Michigan. Bud passed away at Woodland Hospice House of Mt Pleasant surrounded by family and friends on January 27, 2025, at the age of 83 after a lengthy illness. He…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Yea! It’s summer here!
It is hard to wrap your mind around the immediate change of seasons we just experienced, plus the summer temperatures and “coatless” living here in the south, especially when the love of your life keeps reminding you of past and…
May I Walk with You? KIDS IN CHURCH
Ever notice how when children are in church with their parents, how much better it is?I have! Some one said that the church that is not crying is dying. Even if there are times when they don’t behave and get…
Coleman youngster injured during standoff Tuesday
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A 12-year-old was injured Tuesday in a Michigan State Police Standoff that began Monday and lasted 16 hours with gunfire between a suspect and police officers at the man’s home near Coleman.Troopers dispatched to the scene reported…
Harrison man locks himself inside house, fires shots
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent A Harrison man, Nathanael Coats is facing multiple felony charges after he threatened a family member with a handgun and fired it inside his home.Tuesday, February 11, at 5:22 pm, Clare County Central Dispatch received a call…
Clare wrestling team sending five to state finals
By John RaffelCorrrespondent CLARE — Clare’s wrestling team has qualified five individuals to the Division 3 state individual wrestling finals on Feb. 28 and March 1 at Detroit’s Ford Field.The five placed in the top four of their individual weight…
Mike’s Musings: Engaging with scammers- don’t follow my son’s lead
I was talking with my son recently, and somehow we got on the topic of these pre-recorded prank calls he used to get. Unlike most of us he enjoys engaging with these pranksters. He know they are fraudsters but gets…
Obituary: Mariah Jean Eichhorn
Mariah Jean Eichhorn age 49 of Harrison, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Mariah was born May 10, 1975 in Cadillac, Michigan the daughter of Charlotte Ann (Dickinson) Eichhorn and…
Obituary: Margaret Ann Bastian
Praise God from whom all blessings flow – and what a blessing she was!Margaret Ann Bastian was born October 17, 1932, the third of four daughters to Lester John and Bernice Barbara (Wallis) Menk at their farm on Maplewood Road, Victor Township…
Obituary: Michael E. Mussell
Michael E. Mussell, age 46 of Lake, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, February 6, 2025. On September 6, 1978, Michael was born the youngest of three children to Donald and Mary (Zimmerman) Mussell in Mt. Pleasant, MI.…
Obituary: Jerry Cavalieri
With hearts full of gratitude, we celebrate the life of Jerry Cavalieri, a loving husband, father, friend and educator who passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2025. Born at home on February 4, 1946, in the close-knit Italian immigrant…
Obituary: Catherine Ann Wilson
Catherine Ann Wilson, age 88, of Clare Michigan (formerly East Jordan, MI), passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025 at North Woods Nursing Center in Farwell, MI. Catherine was born to Lawrence and Cecilia (Hesse) Schumaker on December 11, 1936…
