News & Events

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....

Last Christmas was merrier for 30 local kids because Shop with a Cop embraced them with the spirit of the season.  Chief Jay Niles’ department took local kids who might need a boost on a shopping spree, in the company of their own, Columbia Township’s finest. Shop...

A complaint about a missing generator in Brooklyn led to a drug arrest.  Police opened an investigation consisting of interviews, technology and other techniques.  According to Columbia Township Police Chief Jay Niles, "a search warrant was completed and sought for a...

The Community Center is a destination for Clark Lake history.  The intention is to display artifacts on the walls, on shelves, or in cabinets.  It's part of Preserving Clark Lake's Past, which is one of the Community Center's missions.  The house itself is an...

To the donors of the Clark Lake Community Center Restoration project and the Pretty Pergola Campaign: Thank you!  You're invited to an Open House on Thursday, October 26th, between 3 pm and 6 pm.  Most work will be completed by then, and you can see the beginnings of...

Growing up, Alex Bercik's family moved several times.  Alex's father worked for Ford, and that took the Bercik's to different locations, mostly in the south.  But one place in the north always had Alex's attention - Clark Lake.  Through extended visits to his...

Ten new plaques from the class of 2023 are now firmly mounted on the Welcome to Clark Lake Sign.  Each year a new class joins this group of Clark Lake family and friends.  It also honors the memories of those who loved Clark Lake during their time here.   Watch this...

Jackson County Prosecutor Jerard Jarzynka has released a report in the death of Clark Lake resident Phillip (P.J.) Dawson.  The review is "limited to the issue of criminal culpability" on the part of the Columbia Police officers' use of force in the arrest of Dawson...

After his bike ride, one Clark Laker exclaimed "it was like driving a 1955 Buick Roadmaster with Dynaflow...it was that smooth."  What he's talking about is an 800-foot stretch of North Shore Drive that was recently capped with an inch and a half of asphalt.  You can...

Labor Day has come and gone.  As a season finale, Blackstone Steel performs on the Eagle’s Nest Lakeside Patio 7 to 9 pm tomorrow (Sat 9/30).  All season, a variety of popular musical acts have entertained from a raft attached to the patio.  “That gives guests more...

To the Donors of the Clark Lake Community Center Restoration project and/or Pretty Pergola Campaign: The Clark Lake Spirit Foundation invites you to a Community Center Open House on Thursday, October 26, from 3 pm to 6 pm. There’s not enough thanks in the world for...

The holiday season is on the way.  Garden Angels say prepare now.  Once again, these talented ladies are offering Christmas wreaths.  And more.  This creative group invites you to their Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, December 2nd, 10 am to 1 pm at the Clark Lake...

Dave Turk is the first to register his golf cart with Columbia Township Police.  The new Township law now makes legal what previously was illegal - operating a golf cart on public roads within the Township.  In the permitting process, owners are required to have their...

The Jackson County Michigan Historical Society has recognized the Clark Lake Community Center's building for its historical significance.  Standing in front of the marker are a few of the many, who over the years, are responsible for making this happen. In the photo...

In early summer. Columbia Township mailed residents received a survey that dealt with the condition of the roads and cannabis.  Below is the question about roads. Supervisor Barry Marsh said the response to this question was "no" or negative in some other way. ...

What the Clark Lake Yacht Club Regatta lacked in wind, it made up for in breaking news.  The reestablished Fleet 58 sailed into this annual event for the first time.  Of the 19 sailboats, ten were Hobies. It's true that Hobies (or any sailboat) are more fun in the...

Clark Lake Yacht Club readies for the annual Fall Regatta that takes place this weekend - Saturday and Sunday, September 16 & 17.  The first race is expected to begin at 1:15 pm on Saturday, and could be followed by up to two more.  Sunday's starts at 10 am.  All...

Clark Lake lore includes stories about what David Letterman called “brushes with greatness.”  That described those who, in some way, run into someone famous.  This certainly happened when the well-known visited Clark Lake and/or spent time here.  One of those...

Last year at this time, our community was awed by Chris Donahue's salute to the victims of 9/11.  In replaying this video, you’ll revisit this remarkable display—2,977 American flags planted on his lawn on the south side, east end of Clark Lake....

Columbia Township Police have a device that tells motorists how fast they are traveling.  Of course, everyone has a speedometer on the dashboard, but this gives an exact number as you pass it. Police Chief Jay Niles says the sign collects data.  He believes that it...

Hot, sunny - and perfect for summer's last blast at Clark Lake.  Knowing that weather ahead and the obligations of fall may not allow for the same ton of fun, many took advantage of what Clark Lake abundantly offered on this three day weekend. Labor Day Monday started...

FAQ:  How to enjoy the Clark Lake Community Center? See what others have done. The Clark Lake Community Center is regularly a venue for graduation and birthday parties, neighborhood gatherings, reunions, life celebrations, showers, weddings, receptions, and a meeting...

Photo by Annette Fink An event like last night's Blue Moon was a shared experience no matter how or where you saw it.  For some at Clark Lake the sharing experience was deeper, especially when you consider where it happened.  A group of mostly ladies paddled to Eagle...

Ford Field 2023 did not disappoint.  Friends and neighbors gathered yesterday evening (Sat 8/26) for this annual South Woodlands event.  For this 10th year celebration, the weather couldn't have been better.  The humidity from earlier in the day had dissipated. a...