Six Clark Lakers have earned a place among Michigan’s water skiing elite. Dan Morea, Jon Broderick, Tony Krupa, Gary Krupa, Kay Vermeulen Nichols, and Lynn Vermeulen have all been inducted into the Michigan Water Ski Association Hall of Fame. Plaques recognizing their...

The Great American Crab Races Make a Move  After 35 years at the Beach Bar, the Great American Crab Races are moving. Hearing the call to "go west", the crabs are headed that way and settling in at Clark Lake's midpoint---the Eagle's Nest Bar & Grill.   Crab...

Flashback to the 1800s. Clark Lake had its own school.  That changed in 1967.  Perhaps envious of the Clark Lake tax base, Columbia Schools absorbed the Clark Lake School on North Lake Road as well as the Brooklyn and Cement City districts. This slice of history takes...

The Local Committee to Support First Responders is holding a second meet and greet regarding millage requests in the upcoming election.  The event will allow voters to chat with the fire and police chiefs as well as others in Columbia Charter Township government.  The...

The Garden Angels are once again working their transforming magic around Beautiful Clark Lake. For years, this dedicated group has maintained the gardens at the Community Center, the Tom Collins Spirit Trail marker in the County Park, and the North Lake/Ocean Beach...

Ladies Night Out announces the changing of the seasons.  Shaking off the last vestiges of winter, the event points to the bright sunny days ahead.  This major Clark Lake social event supports the Spirit Trail. The event is scheduled at the Beach Bar on Thursday, May...

A semi with an empty flatbed trailer attempting to pull out of the St. Rita’s parking lot this morning (Thurs 4/16) became stuck on the southbound shoulder of Hayes Drive. The driver, identified as Charles Flagg of Ohio, was not injured in the incident. Columbia...

Once again, it's time to thank Chris Zuzelski, Jeff and Julie Slat of Wilcox Lawn and Landscaping and Harry Liogghio.  Why?  Each plays a role enhancing Beautiful Clark Lake.  Their efforts help showcase the Welcome to Clark Lake Sign on the Spirit Trail facing North...

If April showers bring May flowers, Clark Lake should get set for a bumper crop of blooms next month.  As lightning flashed like staccato daylight, Clark Lake was pummeled with a frantic burst of 1.5 inches of rain [2 inches by end of day].  All of it blew in to the...

The following report updates a school firearm incident.  Police Jay Niles explains: "On March 24th, 2026, Columbia Charter Township Police Department was called to the Columbia Lower Elementary School for an investigation involving a firearm. It was reported a parent...

As 2 pm approached, all involved wondered about the rain.  Would the very wet day allow the Annual Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt to take place?  As it turned out, the rain did a timeout that was just long enough. Following tradition, the hunt took place at the Lions Club...

Every year at this time, the Michigan DNR issues a news release.  Why?  They know, in advance, they will receive questions.  The topic? Winterkill. "After a winter with variable temperatures and lots of snow, you may see dead fish or other aquatic animals in Michigan...

The annual Easter Egg Hunt at Lions Park will take place on Saturday, April 4th at 2 pm.  Kids, parents and grandparents are invited to participate or watch the fun.  There will be three age groups 2-12.  Prizes will be awarded. An added feature this year will be...

The Clark Lake Spirit Trail Spring Cleanup is all about saying goodbye to what winter left behind. Volunteers gather at the trailhead in the County Park, Dan Omo outlines what needs attention, and workers spread out around the lake to beautify this wonderful amenity. ...

The annual Clark Lake Spirit Trail Cleanup is set for this Saturday, March 28, at 9:00 am, and everyone at the lake is invited to pitch in. Volunteers will gather at the trailhead in the County Park near the Tom Collins marker before heading out to tackle cleanup...

Taylor Aue is the newest member of the Columbia Charter Township Planning Commission.  He was nominated by Barry Marsh to fill the position left vacant upon the recent passing of Bob Jenson.  In the video, sitting left of Taylor is Todd Wanty, chairman of the Planning...

The Local Committee to Support First Responders hosted a Fire & Police Meet & Greet on Saturday, March 21, offering residents a chance to ask questions and learn more ahead of the May 5 election. Voters will be asked to consider two millage renewals—one each...

From Jay Niles, Chief of Police, Columbia Charter Township "On March 20th, 2026, at 9:34 pm the Columbia Charter Township Police Department was dispatched to a traffic crash on Jefferson Rd east of S. Meridian Rd.  On arrival the crash was investigated and based on...