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Electric vehicle charging at a park. MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, GREAT LAKES AND ENERGY

Electric vehicle charging at a park. MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, GREAT LAKES AND ENERGY

Michigan expands EV infrastructure, but access remains unequal, study finds

LANSINGMichigan is actively expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and promoting the transition to electric transportation.However, the presence of charging stations does not necessarily mean all residents can equally benefit from electric vehicles.Researchers from the University of...
RA patient hasn’t found a medication that alleviates joint pain

RA patient hasn’t found a medication that alleviates joint pain

RA patient hasn’t found a medication that alleviates joint pain

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but my rheumatologist hasn’t been helpful in finding a medication that I’m not allergic to for alleviating joint pain. (I seem to be allergic to most meds that I’ve tried.) I’m only 68.

Recovery Court returns to Gladwin County

GLADWINThe Clare-Gladwin Recovery Court/ Veterans Treatment Court officially resumed sessions at the Gladwin County Courthouse last Wednesday.When Chief Judge Joshua Farrell founded the program over 15 years ago, he envisioned serving the community’s most vulnerable individuals – those battling...
Wade Trim Planner, Arthur Mullin, discusses the draft of the Master Plan with County Commissioner Alan Donaldson at Tuesday’s board meeting.

Wade Trim Planner, Arthur Mullin, discusses the draft of the Master Plan with County Commissioner Alan Donaldson at Tuesday’s board meeting.

County approves first draft of Master Plan

GLADWINThe clock is ticking for approval of the new Master Plan after action taken by the Gladwin County board of Commissioners at its Regular Meeting Tuesday.The Board voted unanimously to accept a draft of the plan that had been approved by the Planning Commission last month and begin a 63-day...
9/11 REMEMBRANCE AT GLADWIN FIRE STATION

9/11 REMEMBRANCE AT GLADWIN FIRE STATION

9/11 REMEMBRANCE AT GLADWIN FIRE STATION

The Gladwin Fire Department will hold a 9/11 Remembrance service on Friday, Sept. 11, 8:46 a.m., at the Gladwin Fire Station, 701 E. Cedar Ave., in Gladwin. This is the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States. The public is invited.
Thunder rolling in for the last time Saturday

Thunder rolling in for the last time Saturday

Thunder rolling in for the last time Saturday

GLADWINThe thunder is building. One more time. And then, the forecast is that it will fade into the distance for good.The Gladwin Business & Professional Association will host Thunder on the Strip, a day of drag racing and family fun, Saturday at Zettel Memorial Airport.
MDARD confirms first case of eastern equine encephalitis in a Clare County horse

MDARD confirms first case of eastern equine encephalitis in a Clare County horse

MDARD confirms first case of eastern equine encephalitis in a Clare County horse

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reporting the state’s first case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a domestic animal for 2026. The disease was detected in an under-vaccinated one-year-old Quarter Horse colt from Clare County.

Food distribution at Christ the King

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will be hosting it’s next distribution on Sept. 19, 2026 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S.M-18, Gladwin.Address verification will be required for all food recipients.
The 2026 Bra-La-La Planning Committee members (from left to right) Patti Regnery, Jaye Smith, Linda Lay, Daureen Pisano and Kelsey Killinger, are hard at work preparing for the 2026 Bra-La-La fundraiser.

The 2026 Bra-La-La Planning Committee members (from left to right) Patti Regnery, Jaye Smith, Linda Lay, Daureen Pisano and Kelsey Killinger, are hard at work preparing for the 2026 Bra-La-La fundraiser.

Fundraiser to support breast cancer awareness and education

GLADWINCommunity members are invited to attend MyMichigan Medical Center Gladwin’s Bra-La-La event for an evening of creativity, inspiration, and community support benefiting breast health awareness and education.