Applications for Bailey Fund Scholarships now being accepted

MIDLANDApplications to the Bernard F. and Melissa Anne Bailey Family Fund Health Care Scholarship program at MyMichigan Health are now available for the 20262027 school year. Students may access the application online at www.mymichigan.org/ bailey.

January is Radon Action Month in Michigan

LANSINGGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has declared January 2026 as Radon Action Month in Michigan, and she encourages all Michigan residents to learn more about this environmental hazard and test their homes during this winter’s heating season.

Gov. Whitmer lowers flags to honor fire chief David Haverdink

LANSINGGovernor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, Jan.

Free financial literacy workshop slated

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Leadership Program will host a free financial literacy workshop.

Free Second Saturday Supper January 10

GLADWINNew Beginnings Methodist Church will hold its monthly Free Second Saturday Supper, Saturday, Jan. 10. They are located at 309 S. M-18, Gladwin, across from Loose Motor Sales.Look for the three large crosses at the entrance. This will be a takeout only meal.

Michigan awarded more than $173 million in federal funding to strengthen rural health

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) was awarded $173,128,201 for FY 2026 by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under the Rural Health Transformation Program.

Water infrastructure in Michigan sees improvements, work still needed

LANSINGThe United States would need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over the next 20 years to sufficiently fix and update its drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, according to research by the advocacy organization Value of Water Campaign.

Environmental groups want more safeguards in carbon capture bills

LANSINGSome environmental agencies and organizations are concerned that carbon capture and storage legislation passed recently by the state Senate will harm Michigan’s environment.

Gladwin County Leadership looking for supplies

GLADWINThe Gladwin County Leadership Program is looking for essential items for students in Gladwin County.Members involved in the service project are: Ashley Couturier, Beaverton Activity Center; Leah Haapala, Members First Credit Union; Candace Pennell, New Dawn Shelter.

Sign up for Gladwin County emergency information

GLADWIN COUNTYResidents are encouraged to sign up for free 24-hour text messages with warnings from the National Weather Service, Central Dispatch and the Gladwin County Emergency Management Office. Important follow-up information is also provided when necessary.