HARSENS ISLAND NEWS

Ice In River

2011-01-12T11:50:00.002-05:00

Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,From the Port Huron Times Herald:Ice in the St. Clair River has halted one ferry service and slowed down another.The Walpole-Algonac Ferry Line is closed today because of heavy ice.It’s slow going between Harsens Island and Clay Township today, according to a recording at Champion’s Auto Ferry. Trips are being made about every 30 minutes.The

Major Brownout 1400 Block Of LaCroix

2010-12-13T15:20:00.002-05:00

Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan, There is a major electrical brownout in the area of the 1400 block of LaCroix. DTE trucks have found the problem and are working to fix it now.

NEW HARSENS ISLAND BLOG

2010-02-10T14:29:00.003-05:00

Please go to the following web site and bookmark it--a new Harsens Island Blog is in the works and news will update there:http://harsensislandnews.blogspot.com/Thank you!!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FERRY CLOSING TOMORROW, 2/10/10

2010-02-09T13:25:00.005-05:00

Just received word from Algonac Community Schools that the ferry will close tomorrow at 10 AM. Buses will pick up students on the island in the morning, but there is no guarantee the ferry will open in time for them to be bused home.Clay Township has also received the news regarding the ferry closing and at this time there is no ETA on when it will open again. Plan accordingly.Will post news as

Cutter On The Way Update.

2010-02-08T18:58:00.002-05:00

Still no news regarding the cutter coming down the north channel. No news is, hopefully, good news!! We will post if anything changes. Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Cutter On The Way????

2010-02-08T15:46:00.003-05:00

Many of you have heard the news reports saying the coast guard will be sending a cutter to move ice down the North Channel to break the ice bridge. There is flooding in Marine City and the water level on our side of the ice bridge is down about 4 feet. David Bryson has been in touch with the coast guard and asked them to please hold off because if the ice bridge is broken the ferry will have to

trouble with slide show

2010-02-04T15:14:00.000-05:00

I'm trying to fix this darn thing...may take awhileTags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

From The Harsens Island News Mailbag

2010-02-04T13:31:00.006-05:00

From The Harsen's Island News Mailbag Thanks Leah Yax!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Thanks for the Donations

2010-02-03T16:48:00.002-05:00

THANK YOU!We have received a few donations both by mail and by clicking the "tip jar".We so appreciate your generosity...it takes time and money to keep Harsens Island News running even though I find every free script I can out there!Also, please click on any of our advertising links that are of interest to you, that also adds a few cents to the tip jar.I'm working on a new and improved version

Ferry Clear - No Problems Expected

2010-02-03T16:43:00.003-05:00

All is well at Champion's Auto Ferry to Harsen's Island. They have a good, clear path through the ice in the North Channel, and expect no problems since the weather is below freezing with bitter cold nights.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsen's Island Fire Update - From PHTH

2010-02-03T16:24:00.005-05:00

From the PHTH this morning....great reporting Stephen, thanks for following up!Police seek leads in Harsens Island firePort Huron Times HeraldBy STEPHEN TAIT 2/3/2010 6:43amHARSENS ISLAND -- All that remains of 80 to 100 acres of wetland weeds here is charred black stalks -- and a looming question.A fire burned a huge swath of wetlands Monday, a blaze that Fire Chief Daryl DuPage said was set

DNR NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR FIRE

2010-02-03T09:55:00.005-05:00

Clay Township's fire chief, Daryl DuPage, would like the residents of the island to know thatthe DNR was NOT responsible for the out of control wildfire on Monday. An investigation has shown that the fire could not have started from the DNR's controlled burn. It isn't logistically possible.Also, the Clay Township Police are looking for any possible leads to the fire as they believe it was set

FYI--Construction On Gull Island

2010-02-03T09:48:00.002-05:00

Clay Township's police chief would like everyone to be aware of the following information he has received from the Border Patrol:There will be construction activity on Gull Island in the near future. Workers will be active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There will be lights, noise, etc., throughout the night. There will also be a barge next to the island. Activity should also be expected near

Fire Too Close To Home

2010-02-02T18:55:00.005-05:00

This picture from the Port Huron Times Herald story is very disturbing to me. My home is on the other side of this fire wall, and I was watching it get closer and closer as I was posting last night.At one point we were trying to figure out how we were going to get 3 people, 2 big dogs and 5 cats into Steve's little Ford Ranger (of course Shannon was on the mainland with the huge Suburban) when

Second Fire on Harsens Island Deliberately Set Last Night

2010-02-02T18:45:00.002-05:00

According to Fire Chief, Daryl Dupage, last nights fire was NOT the controlled, planned fire gone wild, but a second fire deliberately set, suspect(s) unknown at this time.Wildfire on Harsen's Island unrelated to controlled burn New Baltimore Voice NewspapersBy Jeri Packer, Voice Staff Writer Clay Township firefighters were called to the area of Green Drive and Voakes Road on Harsen's Island

FIRE PICTURES

2010-02-02T12:14:00.003-05:00

Thank you to Wendie Trudell for these pictures!!! View from Poplar through woods towards Green. Taken through woods on Poplar towards Green. From S. Channel near Poplar Taken from Mobil station towards Voakes where the fire jumped the road and burned towards Mobil station.

Thank You Firefighters!

2010-02-01T19:58:00.002-05:00

Thanks to all the Harsens Island/Clay firefighters as well as the people that came from Algonac Fire, Ira Township Fire, Marine City Fire and New Baltimore Fire Department. A successful end to what could have been devastating losses for several island properties. Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

M-154 open

2010-02-01T19:51:00.001-05:00

A few trucks passed by a bit ago, and the road block has been removed from in front of my house.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island Fire Update

2010-02-01T19:23:00.002-05:00

Fire fighting efforts seem to be winding down as 6 fire trucks and one EMS vehicle have passed toward the ferry.M-154 remains closed as for reasons Sue stated in the previous post. I haven't seen a salt truck pass as yet, unless I missed it!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

M-154 ICE COVERED

2010-02-01T19:01:00.003-05:00

M-154 is covered with ice from the fire hoses and will remain closed until the St. Clair County salt truck arrives. Also, the power, cable and phone lines were burned through on Green Drive--have no ETA on repairs, but as Melon stated, DTE has already arrived.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island Fire Update

2010-02-01T18:45:00.002-05:00

M-154 still blocked at this time....take alternate route.The phragmites on this Island sure do make for a quick burning fire!We'll let you know when the road is open again.Big DTE truck just allowed through.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Fire Under Control

2010-02-01T18:15:00.003-05:00

Just heard that the fire is under control and that firefighters are checking for hotspots and securing the area. There are still flames from a controlled burn near Weaver's Market, but they are being watched carefully.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island Fire Update

2010-02-01T18:09:00.002-05:00

Just a few moments ago I could see HIGH flames about 500 yards NE from my home which now appear to be extinguished...I don't know anything as yet about the other areas....police are still turning away traffic in front of our home.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island Fire Update

2010-02-01T17:51:00.002-05:00

M-154 is closed in front of my house which is just past the Harsens Island Schoolhouse Grille...so take another route into "Sans Souci".Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island Fire

2010-02-01T17:32:00.003-05:00

A controlled burn on Harsen's Island seems to have gotten out of control.Harsens Island/Clay Fire Dept is on the scene, as is Ira and Algonac, others are on the way.Will report more as we hear...Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FERRY IS RUNNING

2010-01-30T07:58:00.001-05:00

Select Alert is a public notification system for the Citizens of St. Clair CountyHarsens Island Ferry Up and RunningThe Harsens Island Ferry is up and running as of 0615hrs. It is running slow but it is runningSaw the comment from Steve and brought it up as a post. Thank you, Steve.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsen's Island Ferry Shut Down Imminent

2010-01-29T17:38:00.006-05:00

The word from the ferry is that there is quite a lot of shore ice mixed with heavy ice coming down at the ferry. The ice will inevitably jam later tonight (Friday), in the wee hours tonight, or early tomorrow (Saturday).Those of you whom have been through this before, know the routine: shut down the ferry, allow the ice to set up, which won't take too long with the very cold temperatures expected

Officials expect flu levels to jump

2010-01-28T14:12:00.000-05:00

Officials expect flu levels to jump: "It's not over yet."The Harsens Island Lions have made arrangementsfor the St. Clair Health Department H1N1 Innoculation Vanto come to the Lions Field on January 30,from 1:00PM to 4:00PM.It's not too late to get your shots -- Free to uninsured!Source: HISCFA Website

Ferry Running On Regular Schedule

2010-01-27T08:44:00.002-05:00

Just got back from the ferry docks and the ferry is running with no problems.Also received the following from St. Clair County Select Alert:Champion Auto Ferry OpenThe Champion's Auto Ferry is open and running on a regular schedule.If anything changes, we will post as soon as we know something. Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FERRY IS RUNNING

2010-01-27T08:05:00.003-05:00

The ferry is running at this time. I am heading over there now to take a look and will post later if there are any changes.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Headline News

2010-01-26T21:46:00.001-05:00

Other news of interest in our area:Police to purchase thermal camera -The Macomb Daily News ...He said marine officers will be able to scan Lake St. Clair during night hours. He said last year a marine patrol boat almost ran over two people who fell off Jet Skis and into the lake during a fireworks display. ...News from http://www.macombdaily.com/Macomb sheriff gets gift for night cameraThe

Harsen's Island Ferry Remains Shut Down Due To Ice

2010-01-26T18:27:00.005-05:00

Well the Coast Guard did not make it back to he ferry today, but I'm told they will be back in the morning to work the ice around the ferry and hopefully free us all!Once the ice is cleared out at the Harsen's island ferry, normal operations will resume.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens island Ferry Remains Closed Today

2010-01-26T14:00:00.003-05:00

I just got back from the ferry where David Bryson, Noel Vigar, Brian Sears and I watched the ice moving slower and slower until it stopped completely.Brian says there is about 125 yards of ice that needs to pass the ferry before we have open water.David says he will not be running until there is open water at the ferry because the ice that is there is too thick to run through. He also stated

Harsen's Island Ferry & Ice Update

2010-01-26T13:29:00.000-05:00

The Coast Guard is working the ice downriver from the ferry. The ice at Algonac was solid to the boat launch near dairy queen and clear above that area, but it is now clear to The Pointe, so the USCG efforts are producing results.I'm going to take a ride and see for myself....I'll post back here on my return.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens island Ferry Remains Closed Today

2010-01-25T16:40:00.000-05:00

I just got back from Champion's Auto ferry where I spoke to David Bryson, owner of Champion's. The ferry will not run for the rest of today. The ice is just too packed in and too thick.David stated that he spoke to the Coast Guard out of Detroit and they said they were going to start ice breaking operations on the South Channel tomorrow, and then proceed to work the ice downstream from the ferry.

Gas Up Your Vehicle on Harsens Island

2010-01-25T15:57:00.004-05:00

Sunset Harbor & Marina, near the ferry is open until 4:30 today if you need to get gas in your vehicle...YEAH!Editor addition 4:30pm: Sunset will be open daily from 8am until 4:30pm. Gas is at their last summer price of $3.37 per gallon (marina gas is ALWAYS more than at a gas station on the mainland) just be thankful there is somewhere to get a few gallons to keep you going until the ferry

Local "Taxi" Service Available

2010-01-25T13:35:00.003-05:00

I used an unofficial "taxi service by donation" to get some things done on Saturday. I had to get to Roseville and pick up my daughter who had run out of her medications and needed to get back to Harsen's Island.The person, Susan, lives in Algonac and has been operating a by donation ride service since 2006.You can call her at 810-734-2593, your donation should cover her time , gas etc. Tags:

ICE IS BACK--FERRY CLOSED

2010-01-25T10:22:00.003-05:00

Just received word that the ferry had to close again because of ice conditions.The airboat should be running again at noon.Will update as information is received.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry Is Running For Short While

2010-01-25T08:34:00.004-05:00

From St. Clair County Select Alert:Harsens Island Ferry Operating for 30 minutesThe Harsens Island Ferry is operating for approximately 30 minutes beginning at 8:31 AM.The above notice comes from St. Clair County Select Alert. If any additional information becomes available it will be posted. The ice is moving and it looks like the channel will become jammed again soon, so plan accordingly.

Monday Airboat Schedule - Harsens Island

2010-01-24T17:57:00.003-05:00

Bob Bryson will be running the airboat Monday morning from 7am continuously through the morning rush, then once an hour & as needed until the afternoon rush which is typically 4 to 7pm.At 7pm the airboat will cease for the evening and the schedule will resume the following day(s) until the ferry resumes operation.At this time there is NO forecast as to when Champion's Auto ferry will be able to

Airboat Running - Ferry Remains Closed

2010-01-24T17:41:00.001-05:00

The Harsen's Island Ferry remains closed today.The airboat has been running today and is now running on the hour until 7pm tonightTags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsen's Island Ferry & Ice Update

2010-01-23T15:13:00.002-05:00

The ferry to Harsen's Island remains closed at this time and it looks like it will be that way until the weather changes enough for the ice to freeze up at the ferry allowing them to try to make a path.Just got back from the Boy's Club on the Island...the Harsens Island Fire Department (HIFD) airboat was just pulling in from a trip across. Daryl Dupage said the ride was good and Bobby Bryson

Air Boat Will Run This Afternoon

2010-01-23T11:14:00.002-05:00

Just received a phone call telling me that Bob Bryson will be running the air boat today from 4 to 7 as long as the ice has stopped moving. If there are any updates we will post them as they are received. Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FERRY HAS CLOSED

2010-01-23T08:17:00.003-05:00

Word from Clay Township just came in saying the ferry has closed. No other information at this time but if any more becomes available we will post it.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsen's Island Ferry & Ice Update

2010-01-22T20:04:00.003-05:00

No news is good news! The ferry is still running at this time.The ferry parking lot on the mainland side is open and people have taken cars to the mainland or have left them over and come across the ferry on foot. Reports from the north still say the river is carrying at least 75% ice coverage so....it's a wait and see situation.My brother-in-law, Jimmy Z, is on deck until the next shift change

Ferry Closing Possible Today

2010-01-22T13:17:00.002-05:00

There is a moderate amount of ice coming in at the ferry right now, with reports from the north that much more is on the way.As you all know, there is no way to predict WHEN or IF conditions will cause the Harsen's Island Ferry to close.I'm going over right now to gas up, get groceries and prescriptions.Packy predicts at least a couple of hours before the majority of the ice starts coming in at

BOIL WATER ALERT

2010-01-15T17:58:00.004-05:00

Water on Harsens Island has been turned back on and it is recommended that you boil any water used for consumption for the next 24 hours.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

LATEST WATER SHUTOFF NEWS

2010-01-15T15:45:00.000-05:00

FROM ST. CLAIR COUNTY SELECT ALERTS:Boil Water AlertUpdate Harsens Island ResidentsWater should be back on by 4pm today and there is a "precautionary" boil water alert until further notice.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

WATER SHUTOFF UPDATE

2010-01-15T14:28:00.001-05:00

Here is an update from St. Clair County Select Alerts:Harsens Island Water system shutdownThe Clay Township water department is shutting the water to Harsens Island off for the next 15 minutes. They are recommending to boil water after water is turned on for initial use. Water will be back on at appoximate 2:45 p.m.RepeatingThe Clay Township water department is shutting the water to Harsens

Water Shutoff on Island

2010-01-15T14:08:00.001-05:00

2:08 PM, Friday, 1/15/10, the Clay Township Water Deprtment will be shutting off water to the island for a minor repair. Water should only be off for about 15 minutes.If there is any change we will post it.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

GARBAGE PICKUP ON MONDAY

2010-01-13T17:00:00.001-05:00

Garbage trucks were unable to get on the island for their regular scheduled garbage pickup this week and will not return until their next scheduled day, Monday, January 18th. Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

HARSENS ISLAND ST. CLAIR FLATS HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING

2010-01-13T15:13:00.004-05:00

Meeting of the newly formed Harsens Island-St. Clair Flats Historical Society:Date: Saturday, January 23, 2010Time: 2:00 PMPlace: Reader's Cove LibraryThe group has been aided by the Algonac-Clay Historical Society and is off to a great start. New members always welcome!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

New Blogger at Harsens Island News

2010-01-12T11:16:00.002-05:00

Sue Borchert has been added to our very short list of volunteer bloggers. Welcome and thank you Sue!!!Sue is a longtime Island resident, has been very active with Harsens Island News since it's inception some 5 years ago and is very informed. I feel she will be a great asset to all of us.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FERRY IS RUNNING

2010-01-12T10:10:00.004-05:00

Clay Township dispatch just called to say the ferry is now running on it's regular schedule!!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry & Ice Conditions Update

2010-01-11T16:59:00.000-05:00

The news from Gail & Jim Zawada:Jim, deckhand on Champions Auto Ferry, is scheduled for the midnight shift tonight and has been informed that shift is cancelled and that the 6am Tuesday shift has been told to plan to sleep in, but be on call.Bob Bryson will be running airboat operations starting at 7am tomorrow morning. I'll try to get more details and post them here!Tags: Harsens Island,

Harsens Island In The News

2010-01-11T16:03:00.001-05:00

Mackinaw joining ice cutting effortsPort Huron Times HeraldCoast Guard Cutter Mackinaw is joining a fleet of cutters battling an ice jam in the North Channel. Lt. Wade Hedinger said four cutters are already in the ...St. Clair ice snags six shipsVessels Delayed by Ice JamsBluewater Ferry closed because of iceTwo freighters make it through iceTags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsens Island In The News

2010-01-11T14:06:00.002-05:00

News Release Date: January 11, 2010Contact: Ninth Coast Guard District Public Affairs Office(216) 902-6020 office(216) 310-2608 cell Coast Guard continues work to relieve ice jam on St. Clair RiverDETROIT--The U.S. Coast Guard is assisting a commercial vessel, in the St. Clair River, which has been delayed due to an ice jam in the vicinity of Algonac, Mich., Monday. Three other commercial

Harsens island Ferry Remains Closed Today

2010-01-11T13:57:00.004-05:00

Just got word from JD, Champions Auto Ferry deckhand, that the afternoon shift (2-10pm) has been officially cancelled due to coast Guard operations in the North Channel of Harsen's Island.With the USCG cutter operations in force on the North Channel the air boat will also not be operating today.Stay tuned for updates & feel free to add your comments or updates below.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's

Ferry to Harsens Island Will Close Monday Morning At 10am

2010-01-10T22:00:00.004-05:00

The USCG has suggested a shut down of ferry operations at 10am tomorrow to allow the Coast Guard Cutters to work the North Channel downriver from the ferry.There has been a three foot increase in water/ice height in Algonac and upriver due to the ice damming in the North Channel and South Channel.The coast Guard wanted to start this operation today with little warning, however Champions Auto

Ferry On Schedule

2010-01-09T13:25:00.001-05:00

Up and running this morning as expected this morning.No reported problems.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Harsen's Island Ferry Shut Down Due To Ice

2010-01-09T00:12:00.007-05:00

Well it's that time of year again!I was lucky enough to be on the last ferry to Harsen's Island Friday night!Even though I was the 13th vehicle, JD managed to squeeze me onto the ferry at 8pm. With the shore to shore ice we finally landed on the Island side at 8:13pm thanks to Packy's excellent captain skills!!Another attempt was immediately made to travel to the Algonac side, but the ice was too

Harsens Island Turkey Shoot

2009-09-05T14:40:00.004-04:00

The annual Harsens Island Turkey Shoot Sept. 5, 6 and 7 isn't just for trap shooters. And, no, there's no turkey shooting, either.The event features an antique boat parade at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 5 and parade from St. Mark's Church to Lions Field. Also, Vegas room, trap shooting, bingo, children's games and activities, raffles, live music. Admission is free, although there is a charge for some

Catch Shuttle Bus at Ferry to Visit Algonac Art Fair

2009-09-05T14:26:00.002-04:00

Algonac Rotary sponsors 37th annual Art FairFor the past 37 years, the group has sponsored the Algonac Rotary Art Fair to help raise money for community projects. The event is this Labor Day weekend, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The juried art fair includes fine arts, sculpture, glass, photography, pottery, jewelry, fiber, and wood from a variety of artists who all set up at the beautiful Waterfront

Jobbie Nooner 2009 Gull Island - Harsens Island

2009-06-27T12:01:00.001-04:00

Five Jobbie Nooner partygoers suffer minor injuriesThe Detroit News - Detroit,MI,USAMount Clemens -- Five partygoers at the Jobbie Nooner boating bash have sustained minor injuries in accidents, St. Clair County Sheriff Tom Donnellon said today.One was a woman with a laceration on her side who was taken to a local hospital for treatment, officials said."We've also had to deal with a lot of fights

Clarification: Clay Township Fire District Special Assessment

2009-06-17T15:00:00.001-04:00

From The Harsen's Island News Mailbag Thanks Clay Township Clerk, Lisa White!Melon,Is there any way you could post this on your website. There seems to be a lot of confusion and misunderstandings when it comes to this proposed fire special assessment. Harsens Island residents will actually see their taxes lowered from 1.5 mills to 1.125 and Mainland will stay the same. Thanks!Lisa WhiteSPECIAL

Yellow Headed Blackbird Spotted

2009-06-03T17:00:00.001-04:00

While I was going about my business at home today with the windows open and all the sounds of the many birds around the yard, I heard a strange bird call I have never encountered in the many years I have lived on Harsen's Island.I went outside and was able to spot a Yellow Headed Blackbird.I believe they are quite rare for this area. Unfortunately I was not able to take a picture, but here is

From The Harsens Island News Mailbag

2009-05-23T17:49:00.003-04:00

From The Harsen's Island News Mailbag Thanks Clay Township Clerk, Lisa White!TOWNSHIP ANNUAL CLEAN UP DATESFri. June 12: 8am to 4pmSat. June 13: 8am to 4pm Sun. June 14: 8am to 4pmLOCATIONS:DPW Building, 9625 Ainsworth Rd, Clay TwpBrown's Field, Harsens IslandITEMS ACCEPTED INCLUDE: Tires, Non-hazardous Debris, Scrap Metal and AppliancesHOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PRODUCTS (items such as paints,

Marine City Maritime Days Festival Starts Tomorrow!

2009-05-21T13:15:00.004-04:00

Marine City Maritime Days 2009May 22-25 2009 Downtown Marine CitySchedule of EventsFriday, May 22 Start Time End Time LocationSkerbeck Brothers Carnival 4 p.m. ? Holy Cross Parking LotBeverage Tent 6 p.m. 12:30 a.m. Nautical ParkFood Both 6 p.m. 12:30 a.m. Nautical ParkVegas Tent 6 p.m. 1 a.m. Nautical ParkWhite Elephant Sale 9 a.m. 6 p.m. Holy Cross Activity CenterCrown Miss Maritime TENTATIVE 6

Illegal Alien Caught on Harsens Island

2009-05-21T13:06:00.005-04:00

Agents nab illegal alienPort Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USAU.S. Border Patrol agents have arrested an illegal alien they said has an extensive criminal history, including a conviction for conspiracy to possess and distribute more than 400 grams of cocaine.Border Patrol agents responded to Harsens Island about 10 p.m. Saturday after someone reported a suspicious man walking through back

Floodplain Meeting

2009-03-19T17:26:00.002-04:00

Attention St. Clair County Property Owners The 2nd informational floodplain meeting is: Monday, March 23rd at 7 pm Algonac High School Lecture Hall 5200 Taft Road, Clay Twp. MI 48001Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Closed for Vacation

2009-03-19T16:54:00.001-04:00

Middle Channel Party Store will be closed March 21-29 while the gals get some much needed R & R!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Possible Water Disruptuion - Harsens Island

2009-03-17T21:03:00.002-04:00

Notice to All Harsens Island ResidentsOn Wednesday, March 18, 2009 and Thursday March 19, 2009 Water service disruption MAY occur due to water main construction between the hours of 9AM and 3 PM.If any further action is necessary, all residents will be notified accordingly.Please call Clay Township at 810-794-9303 with any questions or concerns.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

FEMA Workshop Saturday - Harsens Island

2009-03-13T15:30:00.004-04:00

This Saturday (March 14) there will be a meeting at 12:30, at the Harsen's Island Lions Club. This meeting will be a workshop of information and help in putting together the letters on the FEMA elevation changes.As most of you know, there are many discrepancies in the science used in creating the data, and the compilation of this data.This meeting is very important to our cause. The deadline date

Ferry On Schedule

2009-03-11T17:27:00.001-04:00

Oops! I meant to post before 5pm, for those of you coming home from work, but lost track of the time.No news is good news! Dad is on the ferry today until 10pm...no problems reported.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry & Ice Conditions Update

2009-03-11T04:07:00.000-04:00

It's 4am and all is well.We've been up since 3am, Steve goes to work at that time. He went out to do so and was stuck in the mud. Mark's towing from Algonac, was here in about a half hour & got him out.While waiting for the tow truck, Steve took a ride in my car and checked out the ferry situation. Steve says it's clear, lots of open water, a few ice floes.I'm going back to sleep!Tags: Harsens

Ice Watch in Effect - Harsens Island

2009-03-10T16:42:00.003-04:00

Although there is NO immediate threat, ice continues to flow down the St. Clair River and the Channels surrounding Harsen's Island.Today's satellite view in obscured, but yesterday's MODIS-AQUA view shows a very clear Lake St. Clair and Lake Erie to the south. Lake Huron shows quite a lot of ice at the mouth of the St. Clair River.With the higher temperatures, Mother nature has had an effect on

All Clear at the Ferry Today

2009-02-27T14:59:00.003-05:00

Hey Brad....no change, all is well!Some of you may take my DRY sense of humor the wrong way. I know Brad and his wife Lou, have for years, great people with a great sense of humor...I'm sure they get it with no offense taken! Just poking fun at Brad.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Commenting System is Down

2009-02-27T14:54:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone...went to check comments this afternoon and I can't see anything on my computer under comments......is it just my computer?Tried the website that runs my commenting software, but can't sign in so they must be having a server problem or something.Comments will be back ASAP. In the meantime if you have an important news update to pass along to us, please email.Thanks to all who read

Harsen's Island Ferry & Ice Update

2009-02-26T13:56:00.003-05:00

Just for you, Brad! The ferry is running on the regular schedule.There IS ice in the river and channels. It is NOT a threat to the ferry operation AT THIS TIME.IF conditions change I WILL POST IT. If it is 4am, I may be sleeping and not know about sudden changes in ice conditions....that is where you, Brad, (and other readers of Harsens Island News) can help. If you get to the ferry and hear

Ferry & Ice Conditions Update

2009-02-10T12:54:00.001-05:00

We're all clear for now....no ice threats on the horizon!We'll keep you posted, as usual. Check back often as conditions could change.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry IS Running

2009-02-09T13:16:00.001-05:00

Just came back from Algonac...they say will keep running as long as possible....maybe up to a few hours.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Island kids have been called home from school

2009-02-09T10:53:00.000-05:00

One bus is already here.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry IS Running - Closure Remains a HUGE Possibility

2009-02-09T10:50:00.000-05:00

Although the ferry did not close last night, no crystal ball you know, the risk remains the same for today.Make your plans accordingly. There is possibly an hour window right now for the ferry to remain open. Get where you need to be!We'll keep you posted, but I am making a run over right now.If anyone has further information while I am gone, please post a comment, I have removed the comments

Ferry Closing Possible Tonight

2009-02-08T19:53:00.004-05:00

Due to the warm temperatures and heavy lake ice coming our way, Champion's Auto Ferry to Harsen's Island may have to close tonight, according to ferry officials.There is no set time for re-opening, we'll have to see how much ice comes in and how thick it is.The parking lot is already open on the mainland side ferry landing for those who want to park their vehicles on that side.Jimmy Z is on deck

Future Comments to be Moderated

2009-01-19T18:32:00.002-05:00

Unfortunately future comments will have to be moderated...that is they will not post immediately as has been our practice in the past, but will have to go to a file to await approval before they post.In the four years I have been blogging Harsens Island News, there has never been abuse of the comment system, until this past Friday and weekend. I had to delete a few offensive comments which were a

Ferry & Ice Conditions Update

2009-01-19T17:55:00.002-05:00

Champions Auto Ferry to Harsen's Island is running on usual winter schedule.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry & Ice Conditions Update

2009-01-14T23:31:00.003-05:00

Jimmy Zawada, on deck at Champions Auto Ferry, Harsens Island, reports the ferry is running only every half hour on the hour until further notice.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry IS Running

2009-01-14T22:01:00.000-05:00

It's official...the ferry is now running!Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry Shut Down

2009-01-14T20:26:00.003-05:00

As of 7pm the Harsens Island ferry is shut down....as we stated earlier, a path will be attempted after a few hours.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Update on Ferry Closing

2009-01-14T17:05:00.005-05:00

I just talked to Packy...he says we have a good hour before the ferry will close.After that it will be decided based upon changing ice conditions.I will be making my run to Algonac immediately to gas up an empty tank.No need to panic....we're talking about a closure for a few hours sometime this evening or tonight, NOT a week long ordeal! Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Ferry Closing Imminent

2009-01-14T16:47:00.005-05:00

The ferry to Harsens Island is running at this moment, however a shut down is imminent according to Champions Auto Ferry Owner, Dave Bryson. Dave says he expects to have to shut down some time this evening for 2 to 3 hours to let the ice set up. After that they will attempt to make a path through the ice and resume service as soon as possible.This is Island life! Get to what ever side of the

Woman Jumps From Harsens Island Ferry

2009-01-12T22:50:00.004-05:00

It has been reported to us that an unidentified woman, who was not an Island resident, jumped from the Harsen's Island Ferry tonight around 7:30pm. We're told the woman drove a Jeep Cherokee onto the ferry on the Algonac side of the North Channel. Before the ferry landed on the Island side of the channel she left her vehicle and jumped into the North Channel.Harsens Island volunteer Fire

Opinion on Loaned Fire Hose Flap

2009-01-07T13:58:00.006-05:00

Noble causes don't always pay rewardsOPINION - Port Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USAThe flap over a fire hose on Harsens Island is yet another reminder of how good deeds occasionally have bad consequences.It also offers a lesson that all public servants, whether elected or appointed, should take to heart.This particular story begins in the summer of 2005 when Hurricane Katrina devastated

Harsens Island In The News

2009-01-06T15:02:00.003-05:00

Harsens Island fire extinguished Port Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USAHARSENS ISLAND — Harsens Island firefighters have extinguished a fire in a two-story home at 211 Williams St.The fire, originally reported as fully involved, was contained to the utility room at the southwest corner of the home. It is believed to be an electrical fire. The utility room was heavily damaged by smoke and

Harsens Island In The News

2009-01-06T14:42:00.003-05:00

Clay Township board will not pay assistant fire chiefPort Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USACLAY TWP. — The Clay Township Board voted Monday night not to pay bills presented by Kevin Allen for work he said he did at the Harsens Island Fire Department, but that doesn’t mean he’s accepting their decision.“I’m going to Marine City Court tomorrow to file suit,” he said after the meeting. Allen, a

Harsens Island In The News

2009-01-06T14:41:00.000-05:00

Hose is topic of bitter disputePort Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USADaryl DuPage is in hot water regarding a decommissioned fire hose.The chief of the Harsens Island Fire Department said he loaned a hose no longer suitable to be used by the department to a man who was going to New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina.The hose was used to wet down homes being destroyed because of damage caused by

Breakfast With Santa - Harsen's Island Lion's

2008-12-03T13:26:00.004-05:00

This year's Christmas with Santa has been moved to a Saturday morning.The Harsen's Island Lions Club is sponsoring a breakfast with Santa on December 13th. The Lions will serve breakfast from 9:00 - 11:30 AM, while children 10 and under open their gifts.The whole family is invited for hotcakes, eggs, and sausage.Tags: Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,

Drug Bust/Arrests on Harsens Island

2008-11-20T14:38:00.002-05:00

Drug Task Force raids two sitesPort Huron Times Herald - Port Huron,MI,USAThe St. Clair County Drug Task Force has arrested seven people this week in two drug raids. A 30-year-old man was arrested after officers executed a search warrant Wednesday in the 8000 block of Ravenswood Road in Wales Township. Police found $3,520 worth of marijuana, packaging material and drug paraphernalia. The man

Clay Township Election Results

2008-11-05T10:26:00.007-05:00

All Clay Township Officials will serve a four-year term:Supervisor : Jay Deboyer (R)Clerk : Lisa White (R)Treasurer : (I) Connie S. Turner (R) Trustee :John M. Horvath (R)(I) Tom Krueger (R)Joanne Shirkey (D)(I) John Makuch (R) Denotes Harsens Island Resident Harsens Island, Harsen's Island Michigan,