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A contractor trimming trees in a utility vehicle uses a long, sharp tool to trim tree branches. CONSUMERS ENERGY

A contractor trimming trees in a utility vehicle uses a long, sharp tool to trim tree branches. CONSUMERS ENERGY

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Utilities ramp up tree trimming to address reliability problems

Sonja Krohn
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGWhile charging comparably high electric rates, Michigan utilities continue to rank among the worst in the nation in reliability.Now, the Public Service Commission (PSC) wants them to increase their tree trimming efforts to address this long-standing problem.
National Guard Association of Michigan presents Moolenaar with the 2025 Charles Dick Medal of Merit.

National Guard Association of Michigan presents Moolenaar with the 2025 Charles Dick Medal of Merit.

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Moolenaar receives 2025 Medal of Merit from MI National Guard

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGThis week, Congressman John Moolenaar was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state and federal level for contributions to the National Guard.
Gladwin County invites community to master plan open house March 25

Gladwin County invites community to master plan open house March 25

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Gladwin County invites community to master plan open house March 25

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 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.
Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

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Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe State of Michigan says Gladwin County has the worst childcare coverage in the state. Statistics say that there are about 18 children for every childcare position in the county. That is a “childcare desert”!Have you had trouble finding childcare for your children in Gladwin County?

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2026 SKYWARN spotter training

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 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.
LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

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LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
These five Boy Scouts attended the Annual Frankenmuth Derby Klondike Race on Feb. 21. While actively participating in all the stations this team ended up collecting/earning enough tokens to earn first place.
A rendering of the proposed Honor Park east of the Gladwin County Courthouse.

A rendering of the proposed Honor Park east of the Gladwin County Courthouse.

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Hoadley seeking funds for County Veterans Memorial

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGState Rep. Mike Hoadley voiced his strong support for the creation of a new Honor Park in Gladwin County to commemorate the heroic service of the county’s past and present veterans.The current memorial dedicated to the veterans of Gladwin County has been severely weathered by the elements.
Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

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Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
BEAVERTONThe first meeting of the Ross Lake Improvement Board was held last Tuesday at the Beaverton Activity Center.Not everyone on the Board was able to attend and, therefore, not much was accomplished of an official nature, but one thing is clear.
Decoys by the Mason Decoy Factory, like this Challenger-grade mallard duck, are some of the most famous and most desirable among collectors. GUYETTE & DEETER, INC.

Decoys by the Mason Decoy Factory, like this Challenger-grade mallard duck, are some of the most famous and most desirable among collectors. GUYETTE & DEETER, INC.

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Duck decoys

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
When spring returns, mallard ducks are a common sight on the water. In any season, you can find them in duck decoy collections and auctions. This mallard drake decoy sold at Guyette & Deeter, Inc., specialists in sporting collectibles, for $1,125.
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Are you paying for subscriptions you don’t use?

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
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