News & Events

A drive on Hyde Road suggests little change on the conversion of the former Clarklake Community Church to a Montessori Pre-School.  Not so.  It turns out a lot has happened since Brad and Diane Smith purchased the building in the spring.  Modifying the interior goes...

The season began last night.  Competitors gathered at the Beach Bar for Week One of Men's Shuffleboard, now celebrating it's 30th year at Clark Lake. What's ahead?  Ten two-man teams face off each Thursday night, all of which culminates in Super Saturday in March. ...

A Columbia Township police officer was investigating a Jefferson Road two-car crash when a third vehicle, a Honda CRV traveling east, smashed into the police car.  Police Chief Jay Niles says the Columbia Township officer, Sergeant Tyler Tefft, was injured from flying...

Under cold gray skies, and dark descending all too early, the wonders of Christmas brings light.  Whether it be gift giving, decorations, gatherings, or the Christmas story itself, the spirit cheers all who partake.  A satisfying helping of that arrived at the Clark...

The Garden Angels promise a sensory delight at the Clark Lake Community Center tomorrow (Sat 12/2).   Walk in the door and you'll take in the aroma of bake goods and the scent of pine from Christmas wreaths.  The Christmas spirit will be filling the air.   Cake,...

It feels more like Christmas everyday, especially with a the chill in the air, a couple layers of snow, and holiday activities underway. Enjoy the Clark Lake Spirit with a wreath handcrafted by the Garden Angels.  They offer two popular varieties - grapevine and...

When Santa arrived at the Brooklyn Christmas Holiday Parade, he brought with him some North Pole cold.  Last year, it was in the 40s for the parade; this year, it barely pushed 20.  But the Christmas spirit was in the air that warmed the soul and the crowd.  The Clark...

This message is about supporting Clark Lake's future while dealing with a required minimum distribution (RMD) from an IRA or inactive SEP/Simple IRA. Here's a quick explanation.  The distributable portion of your IRA is added to, and taxed as ordinary income.  Your...

Thanksgiving dates to 1621.  The tradition brings families, friends, and communities together, wrapped with a bow of gratitude.  This piece reports on how some of that plays out at Clark Lake. It's not unusual to hear people say how much they enjoy Clark Lake, and...

An Onsted woman was injured when her car crashed into the sign in front of the Cornerstone Church, according to Columbia Township Police. The report shows 55-year old Elaine Rinehart fell asleep while traveling south on Constitution Avenue from Tiffany Street at the...

Columbia Township will train today (Mon 11/20) at a soon to be demolished structure at Clark Lake.  This is a follow up to a similar session that took place on Tuesday evening, November 14, when the Columbia Township Fire Department was joined by departments from...

Carpe momentum translated is "seize the moment," a variation on the Dead Poets Society "carpe diem."  Although this fall day (Sun 11/19) was inspiring, several minutes in the evening were especially worthy.  Lynne Morea must have thought so. "Seize the moment"...

The Spirit Trail's Magic Forest is known for its canopy of trees and winding path between Lakeview East and the Jefferson Road section.  Beyond the beauty, it allows walkers, runners and bikers to circumnavigate the lake without going onto Jefferson Road.  Every year...

A soon to be demolished cottage served as a training ground for Columbia Township firefighters yesterday evening (Tues 11/14).  They were joined by fellow firefighters from Liberty and Addison in the 8800 area of North Shore Drive. In this video, you'll learn about...

Columbia Township Fire Department plans to train this evening (Tuesday 11/14) at Clark Lake, about 6 pm.  They are taking advantage of structures about to be torn down in the 8800 area of North Shore.  Fire Chief Scott Cota says the training session will use the...

Photo courtesy of Columbia Township Police On Saturday, November 11, Columbia Township Police responded to a single-car crash at approximately 11:13 am, at 7900 Jefferson Road.  Police identify the driver as 20-year-old Katelyn B. Eggenton of Onsted. The officer...

Today, Saturday, November 11th, is Veterans Day.  Clark Lake has its ways of offering salutes to those who served in our Armed Forces.  Some visuals jump out.  Flags, that are part of the Brooklyn Kiwanis program, wave around the lake on patriotic holidays, including...

White caps and 50 degrees.  Was Thursday, November 9th an ideal time for a leisurely cruise?  Perhaps not.  But duty called.  Each November at this time, C. J. Cox assembles a group for a ride around the lake.  The purpose?  To see what's still in the water. The 6 am...

Clark Lakers showed solid support to save the Community Center.  Because of their generosity, most of the restoration work has been accomplished. So that they could review the progress, donors were invited to take a look on October 26th. What...

Clark Lake has already seen snow and the holiday season is on the way - and so are wreaths from the Garden Angels. Once again, the Clark Lake Garden Angels are offering Christmas wreaths.  And more.  This creative group invites you to their Holiday Bazaar on Saturday,...

As with other holidays and events, Clark Lake stands out in the way it celebrates. It's certainly true of Halloween.  Kids trick-or-treating house-to-house doesn't work because houses are spread out, and the time of season means some Clark Lakers aren't home.  So,...

Shop with a Cop took a major step in making Christmas better for local families who could use a boost.  Donors came to the Eagle's Nest Bar & Grill today to make contributions, along with pledges coming in over the phone.  The Shop with a Cop perps are pictured...

Shop with a Cop Fundraiser happens tomorrow, Saturday, October 28, 12 noon - 3 pm at the Eagle's Nest Bar & Grill. Last Christmas was merrier for 30 local kids as Shop with a Cop shared the spirit of the season.  Chief Jay Niles’ department took local kids who...

To those who donated to the restoration of the Clark Lake Community Center and the Pretty Pergola Campaign:  come see the progress tomorrow (Thurs 10/26).  The Open House, between 3 pm and 6 pm, will feature the work that has been accomplished.  It will also...

Halloween is second only to Christmas when it comes to decorations.  Clark Lake is no exception.  Bonnie Burns crafted this display in the Eagle Point Cove. Cooper and Colby's pumpkin says it's all about Clark Lake.  Pat and Brenda Collins are the proud grandparents....