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Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution

Riley Wilson
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
LANSINGFor generations, the Great Lakes have been viewed as a symbol of abundance and food security.However, rising levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination are prompting scientists to question whether these waters can safely sustain surrounding communities.

Michigan overdose death rate declines by 47 percent since 2021

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announces that Michigan’s overdose death rate has declined by 47 percent since 2021.Preliminary data for 2025 is projecting a lower rate of 16.4 deaths per 100,000 residents compared to a rate of 30.8 in 2021.

Michigan releases 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides about fish consumption

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has released the 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides to help Michigan residents choose fish that are best for them and their families to eat.The Eat Safe Fish Guides provide consumption guidelines for eating locally caught fish.
Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office

Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office

Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
The following individuals were arrested by the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office and lodged in the Gladwin County Jail during June 8- 14.
Gladwin Mayor Sarah Kile signs a new contract between the city and its police officers, represented by POAM Business Agent Adam Walser, after Monday’s City Council meeting.

Gladwin Mayor Sarah Kile signs a new contract between the city and its police officers, represented by POAM Business Agent Adam Walser, after Monday’s City Council meeting.

City cops get contract, but not on YouTube

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
GLADWINAcontract between the City of Gladwin and its law enforcement officers was unanimously ratified at the Regular Meeting of the City Council Monday.The deal between the City and the Police Officers Association of Michigan is the first of its kind in Gladwin.
Multiple car accident on M-18 near Gladwin County line

Multiple car accident on M-18 near Gladwin County line

Multiple car accident on M-18 near Gladwin County line

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYOn Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 5:40 p.m., deputies from the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate a traffic crash accident involving multiple vehicles at a road construction site on S.
Amish buggy struck by vehicle

Amish buggy struck by vehicle

Amish buggy struck by vehicle

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYOn Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 10:05 a.m., deputies from the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate a personal injury accident involving a motor vehicle and Amish buggy on Mc-Culloch Road approximately onequarter mile north of Lang Road, within Beaverton Township.
Mike Hoadley

Mike Hoadley

State Rep. Mike Hoadley announces June office hours

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
LANSINGState Rep. Mike Hoadley (R-Au Gres) has announced local office hours for the month of June. Local residents are encouraged to meet with their local state representative, ask about what’s happening at the state Capitol and share their thoughts on major issues. Rep.

GIS thanks businesses for support

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Gladwin Intermediate School (GIS) would like to extend its sincere gratitude to several local businesses for their generous donations in support of our family engagement events throughout the 2025-2026 school year.
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