Life in Gladwin

John Alden Chapter Good Citizens pictured in back row, left to right are: Audrey Schmidt, Angelina Chen, Payten Coggins, Carrie Cutshall and Jazlyn Steins. Pictured in front row, left to right: Jocelyn Balliet, Brielle Coffey, Miraya Hunter and Hope Van Tiem.

DAR recognizes Gladwin County seniors

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

MIDLANDThe John Alden Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution recently honored 10 high school seniors as Good Citizens for 2025.Two were from Gladwin County. A recognition ceremony was held at St.John’s Episcopal Church where each student was awarded a special DAR pin and certificate.

MMC celebrates ribbon cutting for renovated Morey Technical Education Center in Mt. Pleasant

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

MT. PLEASANTMid Michigan College (MMC), in partnership with the Mid Michigan Manufacturers Association (M3A), proudly celebrated a major milestone on Tuesday, Nov. 18, hosting a ribboncutting ceremony for the newly renovated Morey Technical Education Center on the Mt. Pleasant Campus.

Example of activated slippery curve warning system signs on westbound M-32 near Gaylord. MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

Winter makes curved roads dangerous

Eric Freedman

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

LANSINGWinter – skid season – is almost upon us, making curves slipperier and more dangerous.Now a new study done in Northern Michigan shows that flashing LED lights on signs near curves can successfully warn drivers to slow down during wintry conditions.Curves can be deadly.

View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

The holiday season is about to begin, and Thanksgiving is almost upon us. I just love this time of year! Napping during the holidays lets me enjoy the current holiday and reflect on holidays past.

Hospice of Gladwin 5K Walk/Run Turkey Trot

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

GLADWIN COUNTYRegistration is now open for the first annual 5K Turkey Trot benefiting Hospice of Gladwin Area.The run/walk will be held on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, starting at North Park in Gladwin, at 9:30 a.m. Check-in begins at 9 a.m.Registration is $25 and includes an event t-shirt.

Open Gym at Emmanuel Baptist

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

GLADWINWednesdays this fall kids from grades 6-12 are invited to participate in a night of fun at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Gladwin.Located at 3089 Pratt Lake Road, Emmanuel will be holding an open gym from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every other Wednesday.Upcoming dates are, Dec. 3, and Dec. 17.

FORD EARNS GAFT VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Gladwin Area Friends of the Theater (GAFT) President, Lorraine Carman, (at left) presents the GAFT Volunteer of the Year award to Tori Ford.

Our Savior Lutheran Church events

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

GLADWINO ur Savior has events scheduled Dec. 5 and 6. Our Savior Lutheran Church is located at 331 Clendening Road in Gladwin. All are welcomed to attend.■ A Christmas Concert and Hymn Sing will take place on Friday, Dec. 5, 6 p.m.■ A Cookie Walk and Craft Show will take place on Saturday, Dec.

Christmas Kindness Kudos 2025 – 4

Beulah Mead

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

There is something truly beautiful about Christmas in Gladwin County. It is not just the twinkling lights or the scent of pine trees in the air.

A happy Thanksgiving starts with pets’ safety and comfort

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Please remind your readers, as the holiday season begins, to keep a close eye on their pets. Many of our favorite foods at Thanksgiving and Christmas contain ingredients that are poisonous to dogs and cats.

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