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Amber Billman assists a student working on their clay bowl.

Amber Billman assists a student working on their clay bowl.

Empty Bowls to be filled at GHS on May 5

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
GLADWINEmpty Bowls is a worldwide initiative that was started by a high school art teacher in Michigan about 30 years ago.The idea is to have people make their own clay bowl and then sell it filled with something good to raise funds for local food-related charities.
Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
GLADWINResidents with ideas, concerns, or aspirations for Gladwin County’s future are encouraged to attend a Master Plan Open House this evening from 4-7 p.m. at the District Library in Gladwin.
WORKING TOGETHER

WORKING TOGETHER

WORKING TOGETHER

News Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Gladwin Rotary Club 6310 is committed to service. Current President, John Caffrey, and President-Elect, Shannon Sirpilla, recently attended a vital leadership conference in Kalamazoo. They are working together to ensure a seamless transition of leadership on July 1.

Gladwin County invites community to master plan open house March 25

News Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
GLADWINGladwin County is asking residents to help confirm the County’s development direction as it updates its Master Plan. The County’s Master Plan Steering Committee has drafted proposed updates and is now seeking public input to ensure the Plan reflects the community’s vision for the future.
View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Ijust returned from the grocery store and was beginning to unload the items on the shopping list. There were also a few items that were not on the list. Suddenly, my wife yelled out, “Joel! The washing machine just broke!
“Soil. Where it all Begins” contest announced

“Soil. Where it all Begins” contest announced

“Soil. Where it all Begins” contest announced

News Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin Conservation District is happy to share that they are sponsoring the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) Hand Drawn Poster Contest! The theme for 2026 is “Soil.
BeaverTech robotics competes at Dow

BeaverTech robotics competes at Dow

BeaverTech robotics competes at Dow

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
MIDLANDBeaverTech No Ducks 6533 was at Dow High School Thursday-Saturday for the FIRST in Michigan District Midland Event robotics competition.The Beaverton students did not advance and the season is over.

“Welcome Spring” Pedestrian Parade

News Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
BEAVERTONChildren and young-atheart adults are invited to take part in a unique parade in Beaverton on Sunday, March 29.The “Welcome Spring” Pedestrian Parade will begin at Beaverton United Methodist Church, 150 W. Brown Street, at 4 p.m.
Pictured is the Gladwin City Council at its March 16 meeting.

Pictured is the Gladwin City Council at its March 16 meeting.

City hoping March goes out like a lamb

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
GLADWINWinter is holding on and the latest icy blasts led to some brisk discussions at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council Monday.This winter has been a problem and, if it lasts much longer, the city’s streets may be going on a low-salt diet.
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