Life in Gladwin

Frank Boles, author of “Visiting Mackinac: 150 Years of Tourism at Michigan’s Fabled Straits.” FRANK BOLES

Frank Boles, author of “Visiting Mackinac: 150 Years of Tourism at Michigan’s Fabled Straits.” FRANK BOLES

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New book shows how Mackinac Island became tourism gem

Isabella Figueroa Nogueira
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
LANSINGHorse-drawn carriages clatter down car-free streets. The mouth-watering smell of fudge wafts from quaint storefronts. Ferries glide across the Straits of Mackinac, carrying visitors to Michigan’s famous – and most charming – tourist destination.

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Applications for Bailey Fund Scholarships now being accepted

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
MIDLANDApplications to the Bernard F. and Melissa Anne Bailey Family Fund Health Care Scholarship program at MyMichigan Health are now available for the 20262027 school year. Students may access the application online at www.mymichigan.org/ bailey.
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, December 31, 2025
Iwas enjoying one of my last naps of 2025 and I reflected on my 2025 New Years Eves Goals! First, I set a goal of taking 1000 naps in 2025; no one can say I was not ambitious! I exceeded this goal!
Entries sought for Quilt Show

Entries sought for Quilt Show

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Entries sought for Quilt Show

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
STANDISHEntries are being sought for the Northeast Michigan Arts Council’s 33rd Annual Quilt Show slated for Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 2026.There is no entry fee, nor are exhibitors required to have made their quilts. A quilt could have been received as a gift or a family heirloom.
These paperweight inkwells demonstrate the unique glassmaking styles of Millville, New Jersey, and showcase the skill and creativity of their glassworkers. ALDERFER AUCTION COMPANY

These paperweight inkwells demonstrate the unique glassmaking styles of Millville, New Jersey, and showcase the skill and creativity of their glassworkers. ALDERFER AUCTION COMPANY

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Millville Glass

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
What cities come to mind when you think of glassmaking? Venice, Italy? Waterford, Ireland?Sandwich, Massachusetts?How about Millville, New Jersey? Millville had a thriving glass industry by the 1860s.
Wandering with the Birds

Wandering with the Birds

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Wandering with the Birds

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
DARYL BERNARDdfbernard1963@gmail.comThe holiday season is filled with traditions – and one of my favorite traditions is the Christmas Bird Count. Throughout North America (and beyond), teams of birders head out to take a census of the birds within a predetermined 15-mile diameter circle.
Waterfowl, forests and cultural resources on the agenda for DNR’s January meetings

Waterfowl, forests and cultural resources on the agenda for DNR’s January meetings

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Waterfowl, forests and cultural resources on the agenda for DNR’s January meetings

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
LANSINGThe Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing Michigan residents the opportunity to share input and ideas on policy decisions, programs and other aspects of natural resource management and outdoor recreation opportunities.
An adult cougar walks down a trail in the Upper Peninsula followed by two cougar cubs on Dec. 6, 2025. The DNR verified this photo from a private trail camera by enhancing the image to verify the existence of the three cougars, including the cub bringing up the rear.

An adult cougar walks down a trail in the Upper Peninsula followed by two cougar cubs on Dec. 6, 2025. The DNR verified this photo from a private trail camera by enhancing the image to verify the existence of the three cougars, including the cub bringing up the rear.

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Elusive cougar cubs documented again in U.P. of Michigan

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
LANSINGNine months after two cougar kittens were documented in the Upper Peninsula, a new trail camera photo indicates the elusive animals are still alive and living with their mother.The Michigan Department of Natural Resources verified the Dec.
May I Walk With You

May I Walk With You

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May I Walk With You

Daniel Fachting
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
At one time I held the belief that God created each person good, holy, and sacred and that they were called to be natural, just be themselves. It seemed that whatever could be justified as natural was good, holy and sacred. I’ve changed my mind.
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