State Leaders Abandon Emergency Services in Final State Budget

LANSINGIn response to Gov.Whitmer and Michigan legislators abandoning essential EMS funding in the final Fiscal year 2026 budget recently approved, Michigan Association of Ambulance Services Executive Director Angela Madden issued the following statement: “It is reprehensible to expect EMS agencies...

MSPC Approves $157.5 Million Consumers Energy Natural Gas Rate Hike

LANSINGThe Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) approved yet another natural gas rate hike for Consumers Energy, allowing the company to collect an additional $157.5 million in revenue from its ratepayers.

MARSP Meeting Monday, Nov. 3

GLADWINThe Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) Gladwin County Chapter will meet at the new Clare-Gladwin Career Tech Center (CTE) for lunch and a campus tour on Monday, Nov. 3.The lunch will be a taco bar, cookie, and a beverage for a fee.

Gladwin Goodfellows 2025 Campaign

GLADWINSince the Great Depression in the 1930’s, the Gladwin Goodfellows have helped needy families in Gladwin County during the holiday season.All donations received go for the purchase of food items for holiday baskets, which will be delivered Dec. 20.Please help this year by donating today.If...

JEEP CREEP 2025

Riverwalk Place Jeep Creep 2025 will take place on Friday, October 17; and Saturday, October 18, 2025. There will be off-roading, live music, vendors, and fall festivities at Riverwalk Place in Gladwin, MI. All are welcome and this event is free for spectators.

Domestic Violence Awareness Rally

GLADWINShelterhouse will be hosting a Domestic Violence Awareness Rally at Gladwin City Park, 240 City Park St., on Saturday, October 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brick Pavilion.

Hospice holiday support program

GLADWINFall marks the transition from summer to winter and brings vibrant colors to our community, but it can also be difficult for those grieving a recent loss. This time may increase feelings of sadness, regret, or loneliness, especially amid holiday celebrations.

Beaverton Fire Department teams up with State Farm for National Fire Prevention Week

BEAVERTONThe Beaverton Fire Department is teaming up with State Farm and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to promote Fire Prevention Week, Oct.5-11, and this year’s theme, “Charge Into Safety: Lithiumion Batteries in Your Home.”This year’s focus on lithiumion batteries works to...