Our Savior saves a life

Pastor Adam Flanick held his first service at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Gladwin on Sunday, Jan. 22. What began as a normal service, quickly turned into an event that Pastor Flanick and many of the congregation will carry with them for life.

Death of a Hot Sauce Salesman auditions slated for Feb. 6,7,8

Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) will be holding auditions for their upcoming Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, February 6, 7, 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the Rivertown Inn. There are roles for six men and six women. This is a murder mystery so spicy you’ll die for it!

Gladwin Masonic Lodge donates check

The Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397, in conjunction with the Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation, donated $200 to the Gladwin County Veterans Memorial fund. The current memorial is deteriorating and plans are to construct a replacement memorial in the near future.

Beaverton Tavern hosts annual BABA meeting

BEAVERTON The Beaverton Area Business Association (BABA) held their annual meeting last Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the newly renovated Beaverton Tavern. The 2023 BABA officers were instated, and those present heard from some local businesses.

Moolenaar to serve on House Select Committee on China

MIDLAND Congressman John Moolenaar will serve on the newly created House Select Committee on China. The committee is responsible for assessing the threats to the economy and national security posed by the government of China and proposing plans to ensure a strong American future.

Whitmer’s agenda will face a friendlier Legislature

LANSING When Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her fifth State of the State address Wednesday – the first she’ll hold in person since 2020 – she will do so as the first governor to speak in front of a Democratic Legislature in 40 years.

No break in sight for high egg prices, experts say

LANSING Egg prices have more than doubled in the last year, and relief from the skyrocketing costs is nowhere to be seen, some industry experts say. In December 2021, a dozen eggs cost $1.78 on average nationally. In December 2022, the cost was $4.25.

Consumers Energy makes new $25 million contribution to help Michigan homes and businesses with bills

JACKSON Consumers Energy today is announcing it will provide $25 million to homes and businesses, a meaningful effort to help customers who are facing challenges with their energy bills.