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Pictured left to right are: Erika Langen, Monika Pfannes, Aurianna Pfannes, and Jon Pfannes.

Pictured left to right are: Erika Langen, Monika Pfannes, Aurianna Pfannes, and Jon Pfannes.

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Four generations will be in Fiddler On The Roof

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWINWhile Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) has been around for about 47 years, it has only once before had three generations of one family on stage together.
Garden Tour 2026

Garden Tour 2026

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Garden Tour 2026

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Master Gardeners & Friends presents Garden Tour 2026, Woods & Water Throughout Grout Township, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, 1-6 p.m.There are six stops on the tour. Limelight Studios will be the host stop with gardening information and beautiful gardens to tour.

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Vacation Bible School at Gladwin City Park

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWINLooking for a fun summer activity for your kids? Join Emmanuel Baptist Church for Vacation Bible School at Gladwin City Park! Children ages 5-12 are invited to enjoy three exciting afternoons of fun on Tuesday, July 14 through Thursday, July 16, from 1-3 p.m.
Free summer classes at MSU Extension

Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Online workshops■ Tai Chi for Better Sleep – Monday and Wednesday, July 6-Aug. 26, 12-1:30 p.m. To register go to https://pears. io/events/msuext/5739/.■ Seated Tai Chi for Better Sleep – Monday and Wednesday, July 6-Aug.26, 2-3:30 p.m. To register go to https://pears.io/events/ msuext/5740/.
Dr. Michelle Allmendinger

Dr. Michelle Allmendinger

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Delta College welcomes Dr. Michelle Allmendinger as its next president

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
UNIVERSITY CENTERAllmendinger’s selection as Delta’s sixth president is the culmination of a national search initiated in December 2025 to identify a replacement for Dr. Mike Gavin. She began the role on June 29.“It is an honor to be the next leader of Delta College,” said Allmendinger.
View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
As I settled into my “Comfy Chair,” I was a bit frustrated because I could not use one of my dozens of comfy blankies. I have one for almost every holiday and time of year. I don’t have one on a day like today; hot and humid!
Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

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Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
CLARE COUNTYThe Mid Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair will take place on July, 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the CTE John C. Magnus Center located at 3200 S. Clare Ave. in Harrison.
Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

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Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWINThe Knights of Columbus of Gladwin will present a Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser to help raise funds for the Backpack Buddies Weekend Food Program on Friday, July 10, 4-7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 751 M-18 in Gladwin.
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