Early in the morning on Sunday, May 12, at around 12:30 a.m., a vehicle hit into an electric pole on Chappel Dam Road. No press release or further information was provided about the incident at the time of print.
On Thursday, May 9, at the regular meeting of the Gladwin County American Legion Post #171, Commander Jim Volant presented an award to Terry Brokoff for his outstanding service to the American Legion and The American Legion Baseball Team.Terry has been involved with the Gladwin County Baseball Team…
Long time Rotarian, Dirk Presidio, inducts Gladwin’s newest Rotary member, Shannon Sirpilla, who is the City of Beaverton’s City Manager. Congratulations Shannon.
GLADWINOn Friday, May 10, the Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce (GCCC) held their final Legislative Breakfast of the year, focused around city government. Speakers at the event included Honorable Judge Tara Hovey, Chief Judge Joshua Farrell, Beaverton City Manager Shannon Sirpilla, and Gladwin…
Plans are now in place for the 2024 Memorial Day commemoration on Monday, May 27. As usual, there will be a parade in Beaverton. Lineup is being moved this year to 1:30 p.m. at the municipal parking lot near the Community Center. This is to accommodate the American Legion open house that will…
On May 27, 1831, trapper-explorer Jedediah Smith, who established the South Pass across the Rocky Mountains in modern western Wyoming as a well-known and heavily traveled route for fur trappers, was riding alone when he was attacked and killed by a hunting party of Comanche Native Americans on the…
SAGINAWGet ready for an unforgettable artistic journey at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, located on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University. The museum is thrilled to announce the opening of two special exhibitions that promise to captivate and inspire visitors of all ages. “…
GLADWINThe Brook of Gladwin and the Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a Senior Scammers event for information about spam phone calls. The featured speaker at the event is Gladwin County Sheriff Mike Shea.The free event will take place on Tuesday, June 4 at The Brook of Gladwin,…
GLADWINSt. Paul’s Episcopal Church, located at 211 East Cedar Ave., Gladwin, will be holding an Open House on Sunday, May 19 at 10 a.m. The Open House event will include a Sunday Eucharist Service by Rev. Tracy Little, followed by an ice cream social.For more information or questions about the Open…
BEAVERTONBeaverton Mayor Ray Nau has invited the community to join him and the Beaverton City Manager, Shannon Sirpilla, in the city’s annual flower planting.Flowers will be planted around the city in large flowerpots and in the ground in some areas. Mayor Nau selected Saturday, June 1, 2024,…
LANSINGNicholas Patnode, 19, and Zander Garrett, 20, were arraigned Monday in Kalkaska County District Court in Kalkaska for multiple wildlife violations that took place throughout Kalkaska County during October-November 2022.Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers began the…
On Thursday, May 9, at the regular meeting of the Gladwin County American Legion Post #171,…
Long time Rotarian, Dirk Presidio, inducts Gladwin’s newest Rotary member, Shannon Sirpilla, who is…
GLADWINOn Friday, May 10, the Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce (GCCC) held their final…

Moments in time

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On May 27, 1831, trapper-explorer Jedediah Smith, who established the South Pass across the Rocky Mountains in modern western Wyoming as a well-known and heavily traveled route for fur trappers, was riding alone when he was attacked and killed by a hunting party of Comanche Native Americans on the Santa Fe Trail. ■ On May 28, 1983, Irene Cara’s song “Flashdance (What a Feeling),” from the “Flashdance” movie soundtrack, reached the top of the U.S.

GJHS Boys track compete in Meridian

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GLADWIN The Gladwin Junior High Boys Track Team (GJHS) traveled to Meridian to compete in a conference meet on May 6. The boys did a great job overall! There were lots of personal bests and many individuals placing in the top 5.

MARSP meeting slated for May 20

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GLADWIN COUNTY The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) – Gladwin County Chapter will meet on Monday, May 20, 2024, at the Gladwin Church of Christ in its fellowship hall, 425 E. Grout Street, Gladwin, located behind the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home.

William (Bill) Dow Platt

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William (Bill) Dow Platt William (Bill) Dow Platt passed away peacefully in his home on April 24, 2024. William was born on June 13, 1946 to the late Donna and Kenneth (Dr.) Platt.

Patricia Ann Govitz

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Patricia Ann Govitz Patricia Ann Govitz spent a third of her life battling debilitating physical challenges, and on Thursday, May 9, 2024, she seized victory and escaped her earth-bound shackles for good, soaring to her rightful spot amongst the brightest stars above and earning a hard-won rest. Born to Letha and Lloyd Hagenbaugh on July 24, 1939, Patricia lived her entire life in Beaverton.

Ronald Lee Young

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Ronald Lee Young Ronald Lee Young, age 73, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024. He was born on April 1, 1951, the son of Maxwell James and Dorothy Bell (Gray) Young in Flint.