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Senior discounts are even more important now

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
The price increases we might see because of the expected tariffs make this a good time to get used to hunting for senior discounts on all the goods and services we need and want.As usual, the definition of “senior” varies from store to store and restaurant to restaurant.
Our prisons must be full

Our prisons must be full

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Our prisons must be full

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Are we short on prison space in this country? We must be. It’s the only logical explanation for so many criminals being given probation instead of prison time.For example, there were the scammers who sold misbranded N95 masks during the pandemic and price gouged hospitals.
These outstanding students were recognized by the Clare-Gladwin Area School Board Association at the 2025 TurnAround Achievement Awards for their resilience, growth, and determination. Held at Tobacco Ranch in Clare, the event celebrated their inspiring stories of transformation and academic success.

These outstanding students were recognized by the Clare-Gladwin Area School Board Association at the 2025 TurnAround Achievement Awards for their resilience, growth, and determination. Held at Tobacco Ranch in Clare, the event celebrated their inspiring stories of transformation and academic success.

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TurnAround Achievement Awards honor local students for overcoming adversity

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
CLAREThe Clare-Gladwin Area School Board Association recently honored 25 local high school students at the Annual TurnAround Achievement Awards Ceremony, recognizing those who have overcome significant obstacles in their academic and personal lives.
NEW DEPUTY SWORN IN

NEW DEPUTY SWORN IN

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NEW DEPUTY SWORN IN

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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Deputy Connor Schelb (left) was sworn in by Mike Shea last week as the newest member of the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Department. Schelb is a recent graduate of the Delta College Police Academy.

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Estate Planning seminar July 9

News Staff
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
GLADWINAn Estate Planning seminar will be held on July 9, 1 p.m., at Antler Arms, located at 215 S. Antler St. in Gladwin, in the dining center.Topics will include avoiding scams, wills versus trusts, powers of attorney, Lady Bird deeds, and strategies for avoiding probate.
Beaverton Elementary School Teacher Matt Collins guided his first graders through a public display of learning Monday at the Beaverton Activity Center.

Beaverton Elementary School Teacher Matt Collins guided his first graders through a public display of learning Monday at the Beaverton Activity Center.

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Beaverton first graders show their hard work

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
BEAVERTONThe students were teachers Monday at the Beaverton Activity Center.Since December, the first graders in Matt Collins’ class have been learning about their hometown.

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Kids can learn to golf this summer

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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
GLADWINDo you have kids who may be interested in learning the sport of golf? You might think about sending them to a Youth Summer Golf program for kids ages 7 to 14 years old. The Gladwin Heights Golf Course and Big Boys Club of Gladwin County will once again sponsor Youth Summer Golf.
The National Weather Service used lake-effect data to forecast the duration and severity of the 2022 Christmas blizzard in Northwest Michigan. NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE/GAYLORD

The National Weather Service used lake-effect data to forecast the duration and severity of the 2022 Christmas blizzard in Northwest Michigan. NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE/GAYLORD

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Budget cuts threaten Great Lakes weather forecasting

Daniel Schoenherr
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
LANSINGProposed federal budget cuts could cripple the ability of Michigan forecasters to monitor extreme weather and climate shifts, researchers warn.
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