Lawmakers eyeing more restrictions on ads for internet gaming, online sports betting

LANSINGTwo new bills would tighten guidelines for Internet gaming and online sports-betting advertisements.The bipartisan bills aim to curb gambling addiction by requiring placement of the toll-free gambling addiction hotline number as well as the legal gambling age within the advertisements.

Michigan’s Take Control of Your Birth Control campaign provided resources

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), in partnership with the Office of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, has concluded its yearlong Take Control of Your Birth Control campaign.

Gladwin County Festival of Lights Christmas Parade

GLADWINThe Gladwin County Festival of Lights Christmas Parade, Glow-Rious Christmas, will take place on Dec. 6. The tree lighting will take place on the corner of North Silverleaf and Cedar Avenue at 5:30 p.m. with the parade starting at 6 p.m. Parade lineup starts at 4 p.m.

Beaverton Tree Lighting Celebration

The Beaverton Tree Lighting Celebration will take place on Dec. 5, 6 p.m., at the Beaverton Activity Center located at 106 Tonkin St. Special guests will include Miss Gladwin County, the BHS Band, and Santa Claus.

County hires manager for Recreation Area venue

GLADWINThe Board of Commissioners took a step forward in its plan to operate the wedding venue at the Gladwin County Recreation Area when it hired Guided Moments LLC’s Dayna Fennell to provide onsite operation and management at last Tuesday’s Regular Meeting.

May I Walk With You

Finally, after 30 years of teaching and 25 years in counseling, I am retiring.My family and I have been very blessed, beyond my wildest imagination. It is true that “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard what God has prepared for those who love him.” I have mixed feelings about retirement.

New leadership at Michigan Air National Guard announced

LANSINGhe Michigan DepartmentTof Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has announced two leadership changes across the Michigan Air National Guard. These changes reflect our commitment to excellence and the continued advancement of our organization under the guidance of exceptional leaders.