Life in Gladwin
News Staff
DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I adopted an older cat recently. Chuck is a joy and has settled into the household without a problem. However, I’ve started to notice a trickle of liquid from one of his eyes recently. He seems OK otherwise.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Mid Michigan College’s Automotive and Diesel Service Program has a long history of providing students with an education that features current technologies and leads to meaningful careers.
MMC receives donation from Midland Ford Lincoln
News Staff
HARRISON
The Mid Michigan College’s Automotive and Diesel Service Program is housed at the Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District’s (CG-RESD) Magnus Center facility – a new facility featuring the latest technologies and a dynamic learning environment.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Memorial Day Parade and Program May 29
News Staff
GLADWIN
Although many consider Memorial Day the official beginning of summer, the day is set aside for remembrance of the service members who have made the ultimate sacrifice by being killed in action while serving in the United States armed forces.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The World Literacy Foundation is now accepting applications
News Staff
GLADWIN COUNTY
The World Literacy Foundation (WLF) is looking young people in Michigan who aspire to be an advocate and changemaker for the issue of illiteracy over the summer. It’s estimated 65 percent of children from underserved communities in Michigan struggle to read and write.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
“Ask Bill G.” Office Hours slated in May
Bill G. Schuette
LANSING
Representative Bill G.
Schuette has announced that the next “Ask Bill G.” Office Hours events will take place on Monday, May 22 and Friday, May 26.
“Ask Bill G.” events are part of Bill’s commitment to listening to residents across the 95thHouse District in Midland and Gladwin counties.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Gladwin Farmers Market now open
News Staff
GLADWIN
The Gladwin Farmers Market is welcoming visitors every Saturday at the State Street location, just north of the Historical Village. They will open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through mid-October.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
A map shows potential fire danger across Michigan this week, with many places marked as “high” or “very high” risk. PHOTO BY MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Dry weather boosts fire risk around state
News Staff
LANSING
Warm, sunny spring days across most of Michigan this week have sparked people’s interest in outdoor fun, but warmer weather also stokes wildfire danger. Make fire safety a top priority when working in the yard, riding all-terrain vehicles or building an evening bonfire.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Gladwin County 4-H will learn to restore local habitats and increase wildlife
News Staff
GLADWIN
One of Michigan State University (MSU) Extension’s core values is empowering children and youth to dream of successful lives and help them build strong communities here in Michigan.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
City of Beaverton flower planting slated for June 10
News Staff
BEAVERTON
Spring is in the air and that means it’s time for volunteer flower planting in Beaverton.
The City of Beaverton’s annual flower planting will take place on Saturday, June 10, beginning at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
Big Hole Golf Tournament to benefit Christmas Kindness
News Staff
GLADWIN COUNTY
Beulah Mead of Gladwin County’s Christmas Kindness program is inviting men and women, boys and girls to the Big Hole Golf Tournament Fundraiser, sponsored by The Springs Camp and Gladwin Heights Golf Course. This will be a four-person scramble with a shotgun start at 9 a.m.
Wednesday, May 17, 2023