Legislation to support rural hospitals and help prevent emergency room closures

WASHINGTON, D.C.United States Senator Gary Peters (MI) introduced legislation to expand Michiganders’ access to critical health care services and help prevent rural emergency room closures.

CoA Monthly Caregiver Support meetings

GLADWIN COUNTYCouncil On Aging (COA) Monthly Caregiver Support Group meetings will be held the third Wednesday of every month, 1:30 p.m., at the Antler Arms High Rise Building.

Annual 0.5K Micro Marathon July 14

GLADWINJoin Riverwalk Place in celebrating its fifth year of the 0.5K Micro Marathon. They are thrilled to continue support for the Trail of Two Cities, a beacon of health and community spirit in Gladwin County.

Pharmacy options in Gladwin County

GLADWINWith there being some concerns and speculation being raised in regards to Rite Aid pharmacy in Gladwin and Beaverton possibly being unavailable in the future to the community. Here are a few pharmacy options residents should be aware of that are in and around the Gladwin County area.

Clare County impacted by EF1 tornado July 5

CLARE COUNTYOn July 5, 2024 at approximately 5:45 p.m. Clare County was impacted by an EF1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 95 MPH, in the Lake George/Lincoln Township and Hatton Township areas.The tornado was confirmed by the National Weather Service of Gaylord on July 6, 2024.

Hope Lutheran Garden Walk slated July 11

GLADWIN COUNTYHope Lutheran Church, 4758 Church Road, Rhodes, will be having a Garden Walk on July 11, 2024, 12-6 p.m., with a light lunch served all day.The pamphlets will be at the church with the names and addresses of the five gardens and they all will be within a few miles.

CMDHD reminds public to avoid mosquito, which can transmit diseases

GLADWIN COUNTYIn the interest of keeping our community safe, Central Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) is reminding you to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. The mild winter weather and recent rainfall have created ideal conditions for a surge in the mosquito population.

Free Second Saturday Supper slated July 13

GLADWINThe Free Second Saturday Supper will be held Saturday, July 13, at the New Beginnings Methodist Church located at 309 S. M-18, Gladwin, across from Loose Motor Sales (the old Ford Dealership). Look for the three large crosses at the entrance.This will be a takeout only meal.

Stealing – which is worse?

Idon’t know which is worse: stealing millions of dollars from the VA or stealing pain drugs from patients.In one case, a pair of holistic health care center coowners submitted claims for reimbursement for $1.