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River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

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River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
GLADWINRegistration for the 2026 River Race of Two Cities is now open. Whether you may be a casual, amateur, or professional paddler, they’ve got you covered.Join them for a 12.5 mile canoe/kayak marathon on the Cedar River!
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

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 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.
Gladwin Area Community Band spring concert

Gladwin Area Community Band spring concert

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Gladwin Area Community Band spring concert

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
GLADWINThe Gladwin Area Community Band is proud to present its spring concert, “On With the Show,” on Sunday, May 3, 3 p.m., in the Gladwin High School Cafetorium.
DAR Good Citizens pictured from left to right: winning essayist, Hannah Leigh Goethe, Clare High School; Evelyn Rose Nelson, Farwell High School; Hayley Mae Neff, Harrison High School; and Jaden Randal James Kiger, Marion High School.

DAR Good Citizens pictured from left to right: winning essayist, Hannah Leigh Goethe, Clare High School; Evelyn Rose Nelson, Farwell High School; Hayley Mae Neff, Harrison High School; and Jaden Randal James Kiger, Marion High School.

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Goethe winner of Good Citizen Essay Contest

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
CLAREThe Michilimacinac Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) honored four Good Citizen Contest winners and their families at its annual Good Citizen Luncheon on Sunday, April 12, 2025.
I’ll Catch You If I Can

I’ll Catch You If I Can

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I’ll Catch You If I Can

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Tickets available now; GAFT Gala tickets also now on saleGLADWIN COUNTYImagine a zany séance where a traveling clown flirts with a grieving dog mom as a killer hides in plain sight, nibbling on lemon blueberry muffins.
Empty Bowls to be filled at GHS on May 5

Empty Bowls to be filled at GHS on May 5

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Empty Bowls to be filled at GHS on May 5

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
GLADWINEmpty Bowls is a worldwide initiative that was started by a high school art teacher in Michigan about 30 years ago.The idea is to have people make their own clay bowl and then sell it filled with something good to raise funds for local food-related charities.
May I Walk With You

May I Walk With You

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May I Walk With You

Daniel Fachting
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Some people don’t believe that Satan is real. They don’t believe that Satan is causing much of the evil in our world today. I am not one of them. Bishop Gruss said recently at a Diocesan gathering of men that we should remember that the “enemy is the enemy!
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

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Wednesday, April 22, 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.
American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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