News & Events

A new set of three-week COVID restrictions takes place in Michigan on Wednesday, November 18th.  The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services states:  "Bars and restaurants will be open for outdoor dining, carry-out and delivery only. Gyms will...

The Clark Lake Garden Angels would like to help you decorate.  They are offering wreaths for the holiday season.  As this is their only fundraiser in 2020, they are asking a donation of $50 per wreath.  If you would like to make a donation without a...

If the last few years are an indication, the trend at Clark Lake points toward more Christmas decorations.  Will 2020 be the season when you will see boats, rafts, and lifts in the holiday spirit?  Eagle Point Marina has Santa piloting his raft, and...

Today is Veterans Day.  Flags are flying, and Americans are saluting those who have served our country in the military.  The phrase "thank you for your service" will be heard often today.  Clark Lake has several veterans living among us.  Three...

In November, it could be snowing sideways--or 75 degrees and sunny.  At Clark Lake, it's been a stretch of the latter.  Because nasty weather is also a strong possibility, most docks and boats are out of the water.  So, if you took a raft ride on the...

During the hunting season, the Magic Forest section of the Spirit Trail is blocked off.  Why?  The owners of the property allowed the Trail to be built through their property.  They also hunt with bow and arrow and firearms in that area.  So, they...

What distinguishes Clark Lake are the creations of the community--like the building of the Spirit Trail, moving a 100-year old cottage down the lake, and most recently, crafting a beautiful new welcome sign that recognizes Trail supporters.  Clark Lake is also...

Flames from a burning tree could be seen by those at the east end of Clark Lake this evening, and brought out an assembly of neighbors.  Columbia Township Fire Departments arrived at the scene in the 6 pm hour to dowse the flames.   Acting Police Chief...

The Governor's emergency COVID orders have been ruled unconstitutional.  The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is now promulgating similar rules.  A new rule affecting restaurants takes place tomorrow (Monday, November 2).  It...

Long time Clark Lake resident Meredith Szostek has left us.  Meredith passed way late yesterday (Thursday) evening.  Meredith is pictured third from the right in this photo from February 2020.  The occasion was the women's shuffleboard league contest at...

The Pointe Bar & Grill has closed.  According to owner Dewey Bramson, a new owner has purchased it, but he is not able to reveal the identity of the buyer.  He added that he expected the new owner would reopen the restaurant sometime around the first of...

As reported previously, the Parks Department is installing playground equipment costing $40,000 in the County Park.  Eight cottonwood trees were felled to make room, and Thursday, a crew dug up stumps.  The holes will be filled with sand and finished with...

Periodically questions arise over Absopure, a water bottling company, active near Clark Lake.  Absopure accesses wells on a piece of property at the corner of Jefferson and 127.  They then transport the water to their plant for bottling.  Some have...

  Traffic was blocked on Jefferson Road near the intersection of Q Lane and Hayes Road about 1 pm today as police dealt with the aftermath of automobile accident.  Columbia Township Police report the driver, 19-year old Kristen Stone of Jackson, was "briefly...

Magical moments happen at Clark Lake all the time.  But if it's a display of nature, your schedule must connect with its to witness them.  A spectacular scene can be gone in 20 seconds.  And cameras aren't always faithful to what the eye sees. ...

Don Fowler, Tucker Boyers, Jim Gaetzi.  Photo: Jane Fowler Clark Lakers have added new refinements to the Welcome to Clark Lake Sign.  Thanks to Tucker Boyers, Jim Gaetzi, Jane and Don Fowler, the Sign is one step nearer to completion.  The crew laid...

In-Depth Coverage: I Have to Level with You by Andy Wilson In the fall of 2013, having added another boat to the family water-toy collection, I recall taking measurements of the water depth at the end of my dock to determine where I should place a boat lift. I wanted...

After the intensity of summer, Clark Lake typically settles back to enjoy the fall colors.  But that doesn't mean a lack of activity.  This afternoon, the thunder of lightly-muffled engines shook Eagle Point Road.  The hogs, the kind with wheels, were...

Note - Eagle Point Marina joins several other local companies that support this website.  Those include A Plus Electric, Beach Bar, Brooklyn Plumbing and Heating, Doyle’s Market, Monroe Superstore and M-R Builder.  All have strong connections to Clark...

The new Welcome to Clark Lake sign nears completion.  Over the last couple days, Annette Fink and her team have installed tiles along the sides of the mural, refining the appearance.  What's next?  Tricia Boyers will add to the framing of the...

Clarklake Community Church has been a sturdy part of the community for 152 years.  Founded in 1868, the congregation plans to hold its last Sunday service on December 27th.   In making the decision, the dissolution committee noted the number of members...

Friends and neighbors gathered to celebrate the birthdays of two well-known Clark Lakers.  Sally Lyons and Caroline King's birthdays are one day and eleven years apart.  On a chilly October Saturday evening, the bonfire warmed the group as all enjoyed this...

As you drive by the Community Center, look for its more recent addition.  The new sign is now in place.  As reported in August, the new sign replaces one that was ready for retirement.    The sign is the inspiration of Tucker and Tricia Boyers and...

Halloween is only second to Christmas when it comes to decorations.  And a group at Clark Lake has been busy creating just the right touch for the season that is now upon us.  What you're seeing in this slide show are miniature pumpkins.  Some are...

The story of Thursday night's feast began October 19, 2019.  That's when Ralph Mahalak Jr., made the winning bid of $1200 for dinner for eight.  The auction took place at the Harvest Moon Party, a fundraiser for the Clark Community Center.  To...