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It’s not realistic for all students to attend college

Dr. Daniel Goines
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
HERE’S WHAT SCHOOLS SHOULD DO INSTEADStudent interest in school is declining. According to a Gallup survey, less than six in 10 middle and highschoolers say they’ve learned something interesting at school in the last week.The emphasis on college preparation may be partly to blame.
Sorry, Canada – we don’t want you

Sorry, Canada – we don’t want you

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Sorry, Canada – we don’t want you

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
“54-40 or Fight” was the slogan of supporters James K. Polk in the 1844 presidential campaign, referring to their desire to take a substantial slice of what would eventually become Canadian territory.
How to Grill in the Winter

How to Grill in the Winter

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How to Grill in the Winter

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
One of our favorite parts about summer is the delicious food - grilling out, entertaining, and having a good time! But who says a good barbecue has to be limited to summer? With a few tips and tricks, you can enjoy that signature grilled flavor all year long!
Frozen bodies of water should be checked carefully before braving the ice. While there is no perfectly reliable method to determine if ice is safe, you can use a spud, needle bar or auger to test the thickness and quality of ice. Inset photo: always wear ice picks secured to your chest so they are within easy reach in case you break through the ice.

Frozen bodies of water should be checked carefully before braving the ice. While there is no perfectly reliable method to determine if ice is safe, you can use a spud, needle bar or auger to test the thickness and quality of ice. Inset photo: always wear ice picks secured to your chest so they are within easy reach in case you break through the ice.

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DNR urges safety on, around the ice

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
LANSINGWith cold temperatures becoming more consistent throughout the state, more people are enjoying ice fishing, skating, hockey and other outdoor adventures. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources urges everyone to have fun but always use caution when venturing onto or near ice.

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Accident claims life on US-10

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
MIDLANDThe Midland County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single-vehicle fatal traffic crash that claimed the life of Candice Sanborn, a 56-year-old Genesee County female. The crash occurred on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at approximately 3:42 p.m.

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GBPA holds meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin Business and Professional Association held its first monthly meeting of the year last Wednesday at Riverwalk Place and updated its calendar of events for 2025.■ The annual Easter Egg Hunt is set for April 20.■ The spring version of Thunder on the Strip will be May 17.

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When the punishment does not fit the crime

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
had to read the sentence three times before I understood that it really did say what I thought it did: A Department of Veterans Affairs nurse stole pain drugs from dying patients and got a slap on the wrist.

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Annual Winter Carnival slated

News Staff
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
GLADWINThe third annual Gladwin County Winter Carnival will take place on January 17, 2025 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, located at 751 M-18, from 3-6 p.m.The event includes free hats, gloves, and scarves. There will also be a storytime by the Gladwin County District Library from 3:30-3:45 p.m.
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