Great Cedar River Duck Race slated

Hospice of Gladwin Area will be hosting its annual fundraiser, The “Great Cedar River Duck Race,” during the Gladwin County Arts Festival. The race will be held on July 8, 2023 in the Gladwin City Park at 12:30 p.m. It is the 34th anniversary of this event.

Staff available to discuss constituent assistance

In June, staff members from the office of Congressman John Moolenaar will host meeting times across the district where constituents can sit down to discuss personal casework issues they are having with a federal agency.

Rocky Railway VBS at Our Savior Lutheran

Climb aboard for mountains of fun at Rocky Railway Vacation Bible School. On this faith-filled adventure, kids discover that trusting in Jesus will pull them through life’s ups and downs. Please join us at Vacation Bible School on July 31 through August 4, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. daily.

VA Fraud 101

There are only so many tax dollars to go around to provide services and benefits to veterans. When thieves cut into that money by taking what they’re not entitled to, it harms the rest of us.

Superintendent Seebeck retires after 18 years

Superintendent Rick Seebeck announced his retirement after 18 years of service as the superintendent of Gladwin Community Schools. He said the reason he has been the Gladwin Superintendent for so long is because Gladwin is his home and he wanted to raise his family in this community.

Beaverton City Council discuss resolutions and considerations

On Monday, June 12, Beaverton held their monthly city council meeting. There were two resolutions discussed, resolution 202313:Act 51 Transfer of Funds, which allows funds to be transferred as part of the budgeting process. Resolution 2023-14: Water Rate Change for Splash Pad.

Remembering Doyle Donn

Doyle Donn was the Road Commissioner of Gladwin serving five terms. Elected in 1989, Doyle served for 30 years and retired in 2019. Doyle and his wife Karen were the owners of the Chappel Dam store for many years, sharing many laughs with those who would stop in just to talk with Doyle.

Rep. Hoadley announces June office hours meetings

State Rep. Mike Hoadley, of Au Gres, has announced upcoming office hours events for people in the 99th House District in Arenac, Iosco, Ogemaw, Bay, Clare and Gladwin counties to meet with their state representative.

No-cost, live webinar to discuss restaurant industry

Small business owners and the general public are invited to a onehour, no-cost Michigan SBDC webinar at 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, to discuss “Thriving in the Restaurant Industry: Challenges and Opportunities.”