Cremation not the only option for county funerals
Smith Family Funeral Home Staff. Photo by Smith Family Funeral HomesBy Carmen Scruggs Clinton Chronicle staff writer The funeral business in St.Johns is seeing a few more people choosing cremation as a...
View ArticleSt. Johns Downtown Farmers Market to open June 15
By Carmen Scruggs Clinton Chronicle staff writer St.Johns’ residents will get to shop for fresh local farm products at the opening of the Downtown Farmer’s Market starting June 15. Market Produce....
View ArticleEmerald Golf provides St. Johns unique Mid-Michigan attraction
The Emerald clubhouse includes a golf pro shop, banquet area and pizzeria. By Kay Askew Clinton Chronicle staff writer The Gem of Mid-Michigan, also known as the Emerald Golf Course in St. Johns has a...
View ArticleRehmann’s Clothing: A 79 Year Journey
By Jacob Herbert Clinton Country Chatter In 1936, Al Rehmann realized a dream when he was finally able to open up his very own clothing store. Originally from Austria, Al Rehmann made his way to...
View ArticleSt. Johns RadioShack Dealer Awaits Next Step
By Jonathon Chun Clinton County Chatter Since RadioShack filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February, Jim Sytsma has been eagerly awaiting for the next shoe to drop. Systma is the general manager of...
View ArticleThree Cats, Many Books: A Cat-Filled Bookstore Provides a Unique Shopping...
By Danielle Duggan Clinton County Chatter St. Johns Book Exchange creates a unique atmosphere by having the owners Edwin and Gerty Lamb’s three cats, Snoopy, Boots, and Cuddles, wander around the store...
View ArticleBruno’s turns One Hundred
By Andrew Hayes Clinton County Chatter In 1915, Bruno Mazzolini opened Bruno’s Wonder Bar in downtown St. Johns. One hundred years later, the family-owned business still provides a hangout spot for St....
View ArticleAgro-Culture Liquid Fertilizers jumps from mom-and-pop business to...
By Sam Metry Clinton County Chatter staff reporter ST. JOHNS — In St. Johns, there is one building that looks out of place in the city: the headquarters for Agro-Culture Liquid Fertilizers (Liquid...
View ArticleIn a downtown of mom-and-pops, Hungry Howie’s is a chain outlier in St. Johns
By Nathaniel Bott Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter ST. JOHNS — Strolling down the quaint downtown of St. Johns, visitors will see an abundance of local-owned small businesses and restaurants....
View ArticleKarate classes aren’t just about kicks, but developing the community
Eric Swanson at PKSA in St. Johns provided by Jason Dunn By Jason Dunn Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter ST. JOHNS — Since it was established in the year 2000, the advent of the Professional Karate...
View ArticleHeather’s Dance Company strives to be a positive institution in St. Johns
By Cydni Robinson Clinton County Staff Reporter ST. JOHNS — Heather’s Dance Company is an institution that sets itself apart from the rest when it comes to representing themselves. This company at 221...
View ArticleHealth Performance Institute goes beyond the gym to create a healthier community
By Emily Elconin Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter DEWITT — Making healthy choices and staying physically active is a constant battle in today’s society. Michigan now has the 17th-highest adult...
View ArticleSmall-town pharmacies battling mail-order competition in Clinton County
By Emily Elconin Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter Small-town pharmacies like Hometown Pharmacy located at 128 S. Bridge St. in DeWitt are facing challenges with demand from growing mail-order...
View ArticleMSU Extension helps Clinton County residents improve their lives
By Cydni Robinson Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter Michigan State University Extension helps people in different counties in Michigan like Clinton County improve their lives by bringing the vast...
View ArticleA DeWitt chiropractor makes his office a family affair
Dr. Randy Chambers assists his daughter Austin Chambers, 4, to change the exam room paper to provide a clean environment for Austin’s adjustment. Chambers says that Austin likes to do it herself, and...
View ArticleA DeWitt chiropractor makes his office a family affair
Dr. Randy Chambers assists his daughter Austin Chambers, 4, to change the exam room paper to provide a clean environment for Austin’s adjustment. Chambers says that Austin likes to do it herself, and...
View ArticleVacant building in heart of downtown St. Johns finally being discussed
By Nathaniel Bott Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter The buildings of 116 and 118 N. Clinton Avenue sit right in the heart of downtown St. Johns. The former furniture store has been vacant, but was...
View ArticlePeople who live in Ovid don’t necessarily work there
By Kenedi Robinson Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter OVID — In the small city of Ovid, many residents are beginning to find work elsewhere. With only three main places hiring, they don’t have much...
View ArticleTwo men arrested for retail crimes spree across mid-Michigan
By Cydni Robinson Clinton County Chatter Staff Reporter DEWITT — Two men, ages 39 and 40 years old, who were arrested by Bay County Sheriff Department at the end of a recent alleged retail theft spree...
View ArticleHotel plan rejected in St. Johns
116 and 118 N. Clinton Ave. location of possible new hotel and apartment building. Photo by Rachel Bidock By Rachel Bidock Clinton County Staff Reporter ST.JOHNS — A hotel may not be coming to the City...
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