The City of Clio, Michigan is in Vienna Township, in northern Genesee County, about ten miles north of Flint.
Mt. Morris is 5.3 miles south of Clio, while Montrose is 6.0 miles west, Birch Run is 6.1 miles north, and Otisville is 11.9 miles to the east. Pine Run Creek flows through the center of the city, while Mason Drain is in the southeast. Clio is centered on the intersection of West Vienna Road (M-57), which becomes Vienna Street within the city limits, and North Clio Road, which is Mill Street within the city. I-75 (US-23) run north-south about one mile west of Clio.
Although it is presumed that a few European-Americans had moved into the area that was to become Clio before that time, the settlement began to grow after Theodore P. Dean built a sawmill there in 1837. It grew slowly, however; the sawmill and a few crude houses were all that was there until about 1855. Among the early settlers was the Varna family, who established a farm and also engaged in the buying and selling of grain. In the early 1850s, the Austin Griffes family opened a grist mill.
In 1861, the Pere Marquette Railroad established a station on land that was part of the Varna family farm, naming the station Varna. As with many other Michigan localities, the coming of the railroad spurred growth in the community. The village was platted, stores and manufacturing businesses were opened, and lumber harvested from the surrounding region was shipped to market via the railroad. The railroad also provided passenger service. The first engine was known as the Pollywog, and the passenger train did business for several years as the Pioneer, which included one baggage car and a coach. The railroad is now part of the Saginaw Bay Southern Railway and still runs through Clio, although it now carries freight rather than passengers.
When a post office was established, with David A. Huyck as postmaster, on June 4, 1866, the name of the village was changed to Clio, for the Greek goddess, muse of history and poetry, and daughter of Zeus. The name change came about largely through the efforts of Colonel Hill, who had opened a hotel in Varna known as the Revere House.
Clio was incorporated as a village in 1873 and became a city in 1928. With a population of 489 in 1880, Clio grew steadily to its peak population of 2,669 in 1980, after which it experienced a couple of decades of decline, then a slight increase in 2010.
The focus of this guide is on the City of Clio, Michigan. Appropriate resources may include websites representing the city itself, or any individuals, businesses, industries, schools, places of worship, organizations, attractions, or events within the city.
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Situated on Smith Street, Clio, Michigan, directions and a map showing the location of the bakery, and its contact number, hours of operation, and a contact form are presented. The bakery provides an assortment of bread, cakes, cookies, doughnuts, and pies, which are featured here, along with a gallery of photographs. Customer reviews may be placed online, and those placed by others are available for viewing. Quotes for large orders may be requested.
https://broughbakery.com/
The official municipal website publishes agendas and meeting minutes for a variety of municipal boards and commissions, planning, zoning, and permit information, a municipal calendar, and a directory of city officials and staff. Other resources include a history of the city, demographics, and an introduction and schedules for the Downtown Development Authority. Taxes, water and sewer bills, and tickets may be paid online, and a guide to local businesses and organizations is included.
https://clio.govoffice.com/
The Clio, Michigan public school district offers a PK-12th-grade curriculum through Clio Area High School, Carter Middle School, Clio Early Elementary School, Edgerton Elementary School, Garner Elementary School, and Lacure Elementary School, as well as it's Academic Innovation & Learning Center, and its Clio Home School Partnership, each of which is highlighted here, along with curriculum data, a district calendar, strategic plan, and staff directory.
https://www.clioschools.org/
Certified and insured, the Clio, Michigan computer shop creates custom computers powered by Microsoft Windows, assembled in-house, and also carries an inventory of new systems, from basic Internet devices to business systems for high-end computing. Besides stocking new and pre-owned computers for sale, the company also offers computer diagnosis services, setup and installation, virus removal, system repairs, restores, and reloads, and other services.
http://www.cliocomputers.com/
Specializing in carrying a large inventory of fresh flowers, the floral shop in Clio, Michigan can create or supply tropical plants, contemporary and traditional arrangements, high-style floral arrangements, silk arrangements, wedding and funeral designs, gourmet and fruit baskets, gift baskets, greeting cards, and custom orders. Orders may be placed online for local delivery. Its location, business hours, and payment options are posted to the site.
http://www.cliofloraldepot.com/
Offering urgent care services, treatment of injuries and illnesses, physical exams, and pediatric care, the Urgent Care facility accepts walk-in patients. Directions to the clinic are available, and its address, hours of operation, telephone number, and appointment policies are put forth, with an overview of its services. Other resources include patient feedback and reviews, announcements, online patient registration, insurance information, and informational blogs.
https://www.cliourgentcareclinic.com/
Located across from Walmart at Clio exit 131, on North Linden Road in Clio, Michigan, the hunting and fishing store carries firearms, fishing equipment and supplies, archery equipment, clothing, and footwear. An online shopping area features lower receivers, handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammo, magazines, optics, knives, parts, and gear. Directions, a map showing the location of the store, contact information, and store policies are published on the site.
https://hicksoutdoors.net/
Carrying a variety of trophies, plaques, and gifts, the Clio, Michigan shop can personalize just about anything and offers free engraving with every purchase. Included are trophies for every sport, plaques for any occasion, and a variety of customizable gifts, such as wedding gifts, key chains, barware, picture frames, jewelry boxes, and others. A gallery of photographs highlight it’s in-stock items, and its services are featured. Orders may be placed online or at the store.
https://www.marqueeengraving.com/
Mid-Michigan Antique Machinery Association
The annual Mid-Michigan Antique Machinery Association’s Engine and Tractor Show is held at Clio Firemen’s Park, on the corner of Wilson and Saginaw Road, a mile south of the M-54 and M-57 junction in Clio, Michigan. Its board of directors, sponsors, and sponsorship opportunities are featured, along with a schedule of events. The MMAMA also sponsors a Spring Swap Meet at Clio Firemen’s Park, and these schedules are posted to the site, also.
http://mmama.org/
