Obituary: George L. Hercliff
George L. Hercliff, age 68 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at his home with family by his side. George was born the youngest of five children to Howard and Margaret (Cromie) Hercliff on August 26, 1955…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Laundry baskets and junk drawers
This place is a mess.Although I am lucky enough to have a “house husband,” who keeps up with most of the chores around our (almost) tiny home these days, we still manage to collect a lot of clutter!.I am banned…
May I Walk with You? PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
It is no secret! The Diocese of Saginaw is in great need of more priests. We are also in great need for vocations to marriage as well. It is rare that anyone gets married, let alone in church. Baptisms seem…
Mike’s Musings: Political conventions no longer serve a purpose
Dominating the airwaves this week is the Democratic National Convention. Three weeks it was the Republican National Convention. Despite a lot of pomp and circumstance, very little gets done at these four-day lovefests. In my opinion, they should no longer…
Farwell varsity volleyball season opens season on Aug.19
By John RaffelCorespondent FARWELL – Stephanie Brown is varsity volleyball coach at Farwell and anxious to see what the team will b ale to accomplish this season.“The first week of practice will entail team building and strategy work,” Brown said.Practices…
Obituary: Thomas Cradit
Thomas Cradit of Clare passed away on the evening of August 7, 2024 after a full life well-lived. He was born in Mt. Pleasant on March 5, 1943 to the late Jean and Neilan Cradit. Tom called Clare home for…
Obituary: Norman D. Cooper
Norman D. Cooper, age 91 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 12, 2024 at the MyMichigan Medical Center of Alma, with his wife by his side. On April 9, 1933, Norman was born one of twelve children to…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: An interesting age we live in
You have to admit we live in an interesting age – the technical revolution.These days you can’t even comprehend what we would do without our computers, tablets and cell phones.In fact, those “housebound” weeks as we muddled through the pandemic…
May I Walk with You? HOLY COMMUNION/ALTAR CALL
What happens when you go to communion? Almost all mass-goers receive the Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, each time they go to mass. Wow!Often, I have witnessed Evangelical Christians, at the end of their services, walk forward…
Old 27 Motor Tour comes to Clare, Harrison Street Fair next week
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent This year’s 18th annual Old U.S. 27 Motor Tour arrives in Clare County August 22nd for an evening visit in the City until they leave on the morning of the 23rd to head for an afternoon visit…
“Lake Shamrock Dredging going well,” Howard says
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent “Dredging (on Lake Shamrock) is continuing with good progress,” Clare City Manager Jeremy Howard told the Commission at the August 5th City meeting.He said, “Our mechanical dredge has ben undergoing some repairs from normal wear and tear…
Zebra Mussels confirmed in Budd Lake
By Genine Hopkins Unfortunately, zebra mussels were confirmed by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources and reported to local authorities regarding their appearance on Budd Lake. The invasive species has made its way throughout Michigan’s beautiful lakes and rivers since…
Mike’s Musings: I’m disgusting and stupid- so readers say
I take a lot of flack for my opinion column, Mike’s Musings, from time to time. Readers (and I’m so happy you read the paper) often disagree with what I have to say. That’s all right- everyone is entitled to…
Mike’s Musings: USPS keeps raising prices while providing poorer service
Trouble might come with this rant, but I’ve about had it with United States Postal Service.They just recently raised the price of a postage stamp to 71 cents. It seems every year the price goes up another 5 cents. I’m…
Marion Press to cease publication
The Marion Press has been publishing the news, sports, obituaries, and opinions of the Marion and McBain area, since 1889. But starting next week, that will unfortunately no longer be the case. After 135 years of operation, and over 7000…
Mike’s Musings: Olympics should be about sports and sports only
I’ve been an avid fan of the Olympics since I was a pre-teen. I was glued to the TV set in my teenage years, watching the opening ceremony and most of the events. It was a tradition I have always…
Clare senior wraps up strong career
By John RaffelCorrespondent CLARE – Ava Long enjoyed a strong outdoor track and field season for Clare.Long participated for Clare in the 4×100 relay at the state Division 3 track and field meet.During the season, she participated in the relay…
McBain NNC soccer conducting drop-ins
By John RaffelCorrespondent MCBAIN – McBain Northern Michigan boys soccer coach Taylor Mulder reports he’s had drop-ins three times a week for his players.Drop-ins “are when kids show up and we play, scrimmage depending on how many show up.” Mulder…
Obituary: Byron R. Smith
Byron R. Smith, age 75, of Hersey, formerly of Farwell, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Blodgett Hospice in Grand Rapids. He was born on March 1, 1948, near Farwell to Robert and Mary (Jarman) Smith. He had…
Obituary: Greg Fuller
Greg Fuller, a 78 year old Farwell, Michigan resident, passed away on July 15, 2024. He was born to Donald Fuller and Betty Fuller on February 19, 1946 in Streator, Illinois. He grew up in Livonia, Michigan where he attended…
