Life in Gladwin

Gladwin County American Legion Post 171 and the Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs provided a Memorial Day parade and program in downtown Gladwin in 2024.

Gladwin County American Legion Post 171 and the Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs provided a Memorial Day parade and program in downtown Gladwin in 2024.

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Gladwin Memorial Day events slated May 25

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINThe Memorial Day Parade will assemble at 10 a.m. at the corner of East Cedar (M-61) and South State Street. The parade will march to the courthouse, leaving the assembly area at approximately 10:35 a.m.The program at the courthouse will begin at 11 a.m.
One of the symptoms of oak wilt is when green-andbrown leaves start falling from the top of the tree in late summer. To help prevent the spread of this fungal disease, don’t prune oak trees from April 15July 15, when risk of insectborne infection is highest.

One of the symptoms of oak wilt is when green-andbrown leaves start falling from the top of the tree in late summer. To help prevent the spread of this fungal disease, don’t prune oak trees from April 15July 15, when risk of insectborne infection is highest.

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Put that saw down! Delay pruning oaks until mid-July

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
LANSINGIf you have an oak tree, put your saw and your pruners down. Due to the possibility of beetles spreading oak wilt fungus from tree to tree, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources advises homeowners and landowners not to trim or prune any oak trees from April 15-July 15.
Volunteers play a vital role in citizen science projects like this. This stream monitoring effort is part of the Little Forks Conservancy’s broader mission to protect and enhance land and water resources in the region. Events like this not only support environmental research but also create opportunities for people to connect with nature and learn how healthy ecosystems support the local community.

Volunteers play a vital role in citizen science projects like this. This stream monitoring effort is part of the Little Forks Conservancy’s broader mission to protect and enhance land and water resources in the region. Events like this not only support environmental research but also create opportunities for people to connect with nature and learn how healthy ecosystems support the local community.

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Local volunteers needed for Cedar River Stream Sampling

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINVolunteers are needed for Little Forks Conservancy’s Cedar River stream sampling event on Saturday, May 16, 2026.This long-running project uses aquatic macroinvertebrates – animals without a backbone that can be seen with the naked eye – to help assess water quality in the river.
Sons of the American Legion to meet

Sons of the American Legion to meet

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Sons of the American Legion to meet

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron.Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6 p.m.

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Beaverton Community Supper slated

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026
BEAVERTONE agle Ridge Church of God, located at 3987 S. M-18 in Beaverton, will have Community Supper every second Monday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m.This free catered meal will have live music. Everyone is invited, no RSVP needed, so bring a friend. No takeout is available.

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GBCFD at Christ the King slated for May 16

News Staff
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe GBCFD will be hosting it’s next distribution on May 16, 2026 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin.Address verification will be required for all food recipients.The handing out of food, will begin about 10 a.m.
May I Walk With You

May I Walk With You

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May I Walk With You

Daniel Fachting
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Why do we take care of a disabled or elderly friend, spouse, or family member? The answer is simple, because we love them.
FAMILY COMPETE AT FESTIVAL

FAMILY COMPETE AT FESTIVAL

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FAMILY COMPETE AT FESTIVAL

News Staff
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Three generations walked the 25k race at the Shepherd Maple Festival on April 25. Pictured left to right are: Linda Hoffman, 80, from Gladwin; her son, Matt Dengler, 51, from Shepherd; and Matt’s daughter, Alyssa Robertson, 24, from East Lansing.
Family Fun Festival slated for May 16

Family Fun Festival slated for May 16

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Family Fun Festival slated for May 16

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Wednesday, April 29, 2026
GLADWINFamily Fun Festival, sponsored by the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene, will take place on May 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gladwin County Fairgrounds, 401 S. State St.A Versiti Blood Drive will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.The event will also feature a silent auction from 9 a.m. to 3 p.
A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN 1950

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN 1950

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN 1950

Bob Frei
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Humans tend to think in terms of binary choices. One thing we notice when people come into the museum or look at historical photos, there are two kinds of people: those who pour over aerial photos and study them intensely, and those who don’t. I happen to be one who does.
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