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First responders trained as realistically as possible to deal with an armed assailant during a session Saturday at Gladwin Intermediate School.

First responders trained as realistically as possible to deal with an armed assailant during a session Saturday at Gladwin Intermediate School.

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Officers, volunteers practice response to active assault

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
GLADWINFirst responders from throughout the area reported to Gladwin Elementary School Saturday morning for an Active Assault Training session covering what to do in the event of a mass shooting incident.After receiving briefings from Police Chief Kyle Binger and School Resource Officer Bob Doyle,...
City Hall passed maximum capacity for Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council, forcing city officials and the audience to haul their chairs outdoors to continue with the proceedings.

City Hall passed maximum capacity for Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council, forcing city officials and the audience to haul their chairs outdoors to continue with the proceedings.

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Council approves deal for Hines

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
GLADWINThe Great Outdoors is not just a 1988 movie starring Dan Aykroyd and John Candy.It’s also the site of Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.With the crowd busting the legal capacity of City Hall, city officials and residents on hand for the meeting alike grabbed chairs and a...
Gladwin Mayor challenges “Gag Clause” that restricts speech

Gladwin Mayor challenges “Gag Clause” that restricts speech

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Gladwin Mayor challenges “Gag Clause” that restricts speech

Sarah Kile
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
GLADWINThe Mackinac Center Legal Foundation has issued a demand letter on behalf of Gladwin Mayor Sarah Kile challenging a provision in the City of Gladwin’s administrator contract that restricts elected officials and city employees from criticizing the administrator.The clause is overly broad and...
Ballot set for City’s November election

Ballot set for City’s November election

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Ballot set for City’s November election

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
GLADWINThe deadline has passed to enter the race for Mayor and City Council in Gladwin.Mayor Sarah Kile has opted not to run for reelection this year.Vying for her gavel in the Nov. 3 General Election will be current City Council Member Carol Darlington and Scott McPherson.

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Explore Michigan during Free ORV Weekend Aug. 15-16

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
LANSINGMark your calendars: Residents and outof- state visitors can legally ride Michigan’s 4,000 miles of off-road vehicle trails, routes and six scramble areas on two back-to-back days, Aug. 15-16, without an ORV license or trail permit.Free ORV Weekend is a great opportunity to explore the...
The Michigan National Guard provides trained, combat-capable forces in support of the national security strategy worldwide and defense support of civil authorities in response to federal emergencies within the United States and state emergencies within Michigan. For more information, please visit: Michigan National Guard.

The Michigan National Guard provides trained, combat-capable forces in support of the national security strategy worldwide and defense support of civil authorities in response to federal emergencies within the United States and state emergencies within Michigan. For more information, please visit: Michigan National Guard.

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Northern Strike returns to State of Michigan

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
LANSINGNorthern Strike (NS) 26-2, one of the Department of War’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, returns to Michigan Aug. 3-14, bringing together more than 9,000 military personnel from 36 states and territories and five international participants for realistic, multi-domain training...
AnnMarie Horseman

AnnMarie Horseman

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Horseman in race for Democratic Primary

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
BEAVERTONThe results of the 2016 Presidential Election proved to be a turning point in the life of Midland High School Special Education teacher AnnMarie Horseman.“When 2016 happened, I was wondering, `What just happened? What do we do? How do we move forward?’ and that inspired me,” said Horseman.
Gary VanBlaricum

Gary VanBlaricum

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VanBlaricum offers voters a voice in House Democratic Primary

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
BEAVERTONGary VanBlaricum, 55, is running in Tuesday’s Democratic primary election for Michigan House of Representatives, District 95.A graduate of Gladwin High School who currently lives in Midland, VanBlaricum said he has spent his entire life in District 95 and is running to represent the people...
Jessica Graczyk

Jessica Graczyk

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Virtual ROSE Program supports mental health

News Staff
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
MIDLANDMyMichigan Health is offering the ROSE Program (Reach Out, Stay Strong, Essentials), a free virtual program designed to help expectant parents strengthen their emotional well-being during pregnancy and reduce the risk of postpartum depression.Postpartum depression is common and treatable,...
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