LARA announces seizure of more than 17,000 pounds of illegal fireworks and explosives

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), through its Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) and State Fire Marshal, partnered with local public safety agencies to seize more than 17,000 pounds of illegal fireworks and explosive materials during a coordinated multi-phase...

Scams against seniors are getting worse

You might want to cut out this column and keep it by your phone or computer. The reason? Scams against seniors are getting more devious by the day.Consider: ■ The local courts aren’t going to call you and say you will be arrested for not showing up for jury duty unless you pay a fine. It’s a scam.

Ceremonial reading this evening at Courthouse

GLADWINThe City of Gladwin’s celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States continues this evening when residents are invited to gather on the steps of the Gladwin County Courthouse for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence.Guests are encouraged to arrive at 5:45 p.m.

Nettleton Reunion slated for July 12

GLADWINThe Nettleton Reunion will take place Sunday, July 12, at Gladwin City Park. Visitation starts at 12 p.m., and lunch at 1 p.m.

Chamber to host new networking series

BEAVERTONThe Chamber of Commerce will host “Good Morning Gladwin County,” a new networking series designed to bring together local businesses, organizations and community leaders to build connections and opportunities, Fridayfrom 7:30-9 a.m.

MMC Board of Trustees appoints eighth President

MT. PLEASANTThe Mid Michigan College (MMC) Board of Trustees has appointed Dr. Scott Mertes as the eighth president of Mid Michigan College, selecting a leader whose more than two decades of service have helped shape the institution and its commitment to student success.“Dr.

Outbreak of cyclosporiasis occurring in Michigan

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), in partnership with several local health departments, are actively investigating a large and growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a diarrheal illness.

Planner says green energy expansion unlikely for now

GLADWINOn June 9, the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners passed a three-month moratorium on the acceptance, review and approval of applications for special use permits for utility scale solar energy facilities, wind energy facilities and battery storage systems.

Attempted vehicle theft leads to arrest in Clare County

CLARE COUNTYOn Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at approximately 11:14 a.m., the Clare County Central Dispatch received a report of a male attempting to gain entry into a vehicle parked at the Freeman Township Hall, located at 7280 W. Mannsiding Road in Freeman Township, Clare County.

Moolenaar office accepting internship applications

WASHINGTON D.C.he office of CongressmanTJohn Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for internship positions available in Caledonia, Clare, and Washington, D.C.