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Why Michigan’s rural schools wrestle with funding, staffing challenges

Lillian Williams

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

LANSINGPublic education advocates are pushing for more per-pupil state aid to schools in high-poverty areas and isolated rural communities and for special education students.Alex Stamm is the education policy analyst at the Michigan League for Public Policy, a research and advocacy organization.

Taking Vitamin K2, although safe, doesn’t prevent osteoporosis

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Taking Vitamin K2, although safe, doesn’t prevent osteoporosis

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 68-year-old female who is in good health. I currently take vitamin D3, and the only prescription that I’m on is rosuvastatin. It has been brought to my attention by my cousin, who is a devout vegan, that taking vitamin D3 with K2 is much better than just taking D3 alone.

John Moolenaar

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Moolenaar announces 2026 Art Competition

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

WASHINGTON D.C.Congressman John Moolenaar invites all high school students from Michigan’s Second Congressional District to enter their artwork in the 2026 Congressional Art Competition.The winning student from the Second District will have his or her art displayed in the U.S.

Jan Barker to retire from Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

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Jan Barker to retire from Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

KALAMAZOOWith deep gratitude and admiration, Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan recently announced that Chief Executive Officer Jan Barker will retire this spring after over 30 years of steadfast service to Girl Scouting in Michigan, concluding a remarkable tenure defined by strategic growth and...

Wandering with the Birds

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Wandering with the Birds

Daryl Bernard Dfbernard1963@gmail.com

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

Spring migration is the most exciting time of year to be a birder.And most birders, if asked, would say the month of May is the best migration month.Warblers, vireos, tanagers, grosbeaks, and so many more birds make their way into and through Michigan during the month of May and it is exhilarating.

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Hot Mess Heroines presentation March 28

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026

COLEMANJoin the Order of the Eastern Star – Coleman Chapter #281, March 28, 1 p.m., at Faith United methodist Church Sanctuary, 209 E.Jefferson St. in Coleman, for a free presentation of The Hot Mess Heroines.

Sons of the American Legion to meet

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Sons of the American Legion to meet

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron. Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6 p.

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2026 SKYWARN spotter training

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYSKYWARN spotter training will take place April 28, 6-7 p.m., at Sage Township Hall. The hall is located at 1831 W. Pratt Lake Road in Gladwin.

Earth Day event slated for April 16

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Earth Day event slated for April 16

News Staff

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Master Gardeners & Friends along with the Beaverton Library will have an evening of education and fun on Thursday, April 16 at the Beaverton Activity Center, 106 Tonkin St. in Beaverton. Doors will open at 4 p.m. with classes begin at 4:30 p.m.

State Senator Roger Hauck (left) and State Rep. Mike Hoadley answer questions from the audience at the Chamber of Commerce Legislative Forum Friday at the Beaverton Community Center.

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Hauck, Hoadley address local forum

Scott Salowich

Wednesday, March 18, 2026

BEAVERTONThe Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce hosted its third Legislative Forum of the year Friday at the Beaverton Community Center, featuring a pair of legislators live from Lansing.

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