Life in Gladwin

Pitcher’s thistle photographed in Great Lakes Coastal dune habitat. ANDREW BOWKER/USFWS

How seeds from the past are saving a unique flower of the Great Lakes

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

LANSINGMore than 30 years ago, a group of scientists planted 4,200 seeds of the rare Pitcher’s thistle in the sandy dunes of the Great Lakes. At the time, no one knew if the new populations would survive.Today, three decades later, the restored populations are thriving and spreading.

ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Stop by the Gladwin County Record and Beaverton Clarion lobby, located at 700 E. Cedar Ave. in Gladwin, to check out art work by the Gladwin Area Artist Guild. Lobby hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Boater safety class slated to begin Feb. 22

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

GLADWINAboater safety class will take place Feb. 22, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Secord Township Hall located at 1507 Secord Dam Road in Gladwin.This is a free class. A Michigan Boater Safety Certificate will be issued on completion. Register at www.secordtwp.com.

Family Fun Festival slated for May 16

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

GLADWINFamily Fun Festival, sponsored by the Gladwin Church of the Nazarene, will take place on May 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gladwin County Fairgrounds, 401 S. State St.A Versiti Blood Drive will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.The event will also feature a silent auction from 9 a.m. to 3 p.

View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Ienjoyed my breakfast, interesting word meaning break-fast, as most of us fast all night, some of course are lured to the kitchen and open the door of the refrigerator and are attracted to the light like moths to the porchlight.

May I Walk With You

Daniel Fachting

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

In his book, No Greater Love: A Biblical Walk Through Christ’s Passion, Dr. Edward Sri gives some excellent advice on tested and true ways of not giving into temptation to sin. The first suggestion he makes is to simply pray. It doesn’t have to be a long prayer. Short phrases like, “Jesus, help me.

Bandy the headmaster helped advertise General Electric radios starting in the 1920s. Now, vintage Bandy dolls appeal to collectors of dolls, radios and advertising. DONLEY AUCTIONS

Promotional toys

News Staff

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Promotional toys have been a popular form of advertising for a long time. The doll pictured here is Bandy, an advertising mascot created for General Electric in the 1920s.

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

News Staff

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Sign up for Gladwin County emergency information

News Staff

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

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.

BES Students of the Month for January are Lainey Anderson, James Credille, Lorelei Coles, Marlena Grove, Shelby Hayes, Kaeson Cousineau and Alexis Watters. Not pictured: Linden Hunt and Lily Torrez.

Beaverton announces Students of the Month

News Staff

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Beaverton Schools is proud to announce its Students of the Month for January at both Beaverton Elementary and the Jr./Sr. High School.

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