Millage Topic Dominates Special School Board Meeting
The board plans a March 22 special session after reviewing the February 26 defeat of a 3 mill levy and the approved renewal of 18 mills. Superintendent Snyder cites an $85,000 budget cut and $105,000 in prior revenue draws, flagging bus purchases and potential staff cuts if voters do not approve the 3 mills.
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J.R. Gershon
Richard Snyder
Snyder
Clare
Gary Rayburn
Shepherd
Clare School Board votes to exit North Central Conference
Clare votes to drop out of the North Central Athletic conference amid concerns about travel, fees, and better chances for a new league. Assistant principal and athletic director William Newkirk says coaches back leaving after current two year commitment as the district weighs alternatives and evaluates budget impacts.
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Clare
William Newkirk
N.C.C
Temple Bar Burglary Probed. $1100 Stolen in Change
Clare County Sheriff Department continued their investigation of a burglary at the Temple Bar on March 12. About $1,100 in change including $5 and $10 bills was taken after a window in the rear door was smashed to gain entry.
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Clare County Sheriff Department
Temple Bar
Hayes Township recall petitions filed against officials
Additional recall petitions were filed Tuesday with County Clerk Ruth Stanley against Hayes Township officials. Earlier petitions targeted supervisor Ted Ratchel treasurer Angela Nowak and trustee Edward Austin. The clerk has 15 days to verify signatures and a recall election may occur in 45 to 60 days if approved.
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Ruth Stanley
Hayes Township
Hayes
Ted Ratchel
Angela Nowak
Edward Austin
Dean Ball
Stanley
Chamber Board Plans Downtown Land Purchase in Clare
Clare Chamber of Commerce directors authorize bidding to buy the vacant lot across from the Doherty Hotel owned by Design Builders. The $22,000 site could host a future Chamber building and civic uses while a pagoda hosts Santa Claus and Wee Bit of Ireland promotion. A $100 donation was approved for the Duane MacGregor fund amid a local leukemia case.
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Clare Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Doherty Hotel
Clare
Design Builders
Chamber
Don Fernelius
Chamber of Commerce
Santa Claus
Ireland
Duane MacGregor
Gary MacGregor
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Ann Arbor
East Michigan Tourist Association
Clare Irish Week Parade Highlights St Patrick Day Plans
The Clare Irish Committee invites residents to celebrate St Patrick’s Week with a downtown parade on Thursday March 17 featuring the Clare High School band floats and youngsters. A trip for two to Ireland will be drawn during the St Patrick’s Day dance at Hotel Doherty. tickets are available from committee members.
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Clare
St. Patrick’s Day
St. Pat's Day
Gateway Ford
McEwann
Ireland
John Quinnans
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