By David Hutchinson The Old US 27 Motor Tour arrived in Clare on August 22. Automotive showpieces filled the streets of downtown Clare for the public’s viewing pleasure from 6-8 p.m.The tour was started by the late Craig Parrish in 2007, according to its website (old27tour.com). Parrish was inspired by his memories of cruising downtown Read More…
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Severe Tuesday storms hit area, Thousands without power
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Clare Emergency Management Director Jerry Becker posted on Facebook Wednesday morning that 10,436 Customers were still without power in Clare County, according to Consumers Energy. His post said, “Crews are out working to clear roads and restore power service. Stay away from downed lines and contact either Consumers Energy/1-800-477-5050 www.consumersenergy.com or 911 Read More…
Obituary: Richard S. Sherman
Richard S. Sherman, age 82 of Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024 at his home, surrounded by family. On November 16, 1941, Richard was born one of two children to Albert and Beulah (Peterman) Sherman in Detroit, MI. He was united in marriage to Merry Skelton on October 14, 1967 in Berkley, Read More…
Farwell senior optimistic with football prospects
By John RaffelCorrespondent FARWELL – Brent Ellul is set for be a key senior for Farwell’s football team this season.It’s his second year of varsity football. He’s a quarterback and strong safety.Ellul played quarterback last year.“It was good,” he said. “We really didn’t have the best team all-around but this year we have kids coming Read More…
Obituary: Carol Ann (Hendershot) Watson
Carol Ann (Hendershot) Watson, age 75, of Traverse City, MI passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born on November 26, 1948, in Mt. Pleasant, MI to Earl “Blackie” and Lila (Bowman) Hendershot. She graduated from Farwell Area High School in 1966 and soon after moved to Texarkana, TX, where she Read More…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Bits – Labor Day – that means fall!
The weatherman may not be saying it, and these sunny warm (hot) days we have been having aren’t showing it, but you know that fall is in the air again.Labor Day is Monday and August is over already.I just don’t know where the summer has gone…School started last Monday and I think the kids were Read More…
May I Walk with You? HOW DO I DO IT?
Recently I was asked by a patient about how I manage to listen to so much negativity? After all, people who are not depressed, anxious, don’t have substance abuse issues, legal issues, or relationship issues do not usually seek counseling. My response was quick and simple, but not simplistic.My first strategy is to remind myself Read More…
Saugatuck boys cross takes first place
By Jason WesseldykSports EditorBYRON CENTER—The 2024 cross country season started on a high note for the Saugatuck boys squad.Taking part in Under the Nights Invitational hosted by South Christian on Friday, Aug. 23, the Trailblazers took top honors in the 23-team Midnight Division with 94 points. Covenant Christian was runner-up with 110 points.The Saugatuck girls Read More…
Blue Star
By Scott SullivanEditorTruckin’At an Oval Beach press conference Aug. 21 I was introduced to Lakota Hobia, who in 2019 became Gun Lake Tribal Historic Preservation Officer.I took her picture with others that day, but the Saugatuck Dunes Coastal Alliance-called event had too much else going on to let us talk more. Like tell her my Read More…
Blue Star Labor Day Bridge Walk scrubbed
By Scott SullivanEditorAfter 25 years, the Labor Day Blue Star Bridge Walk has been canceled. In a joint press release, Douglas and Saugatuck cities with the Saugatuck Public Schools Community Recreation Department announced the 26th annual community walk, which would have been Monday, Sept. 2, this year, won’t happen. “Due to challenges,” read the release Read More…








