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FBI report on senior scam losses

FBI report on senior scam losses

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FBI report on senior scam losses

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
This is painful to write: The FBI’s 2025 report says that seniors lost over $7.7 billion to scams -- in one year. Complaints to their Internet Crime Complaint Center (also called IC3) showed losses had increased by 59% -- again, in one year.The information was grim.
Veterans Appreciation Dinner June 18

Veterans Appreciation Dinner June 18

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Veterans Appreciation Dinner June 18

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Veterans Appreciation Dinner will take place June 18, 5 p.m., Riverwalk Place located at 777 West Cedar Avenue.Veterans and their guest are invited to attend.
The Gladwin City Council met at its Regular Meeeting on June 1. YOUTUBE

The Gladwin City Council met at its Regular Meeeting on June 1. YOUTUBE

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Hines to remain City Administrator

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWINGladwin City Administrator Kimberly Hines, who was appointed to her post in the winter of 2025 on an interim basis, is now negotiating a contract to remain in her position for three more years after action taken Monday night at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.With the...
Tristan Hewitt and Marah Ranke of the Gladwin County Conservation District celebrate with winner Jim Looker at the end of the River Race of Two Cities at Ross Lake Park.

Tristan Hewitt and Marah Ranke of the Gladwin County Conservation District celebrate with winner Jim Looker at the end of the River Race of Two Cities at Ross Lake Park.

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Jim Looker first in River Race of Two Cities

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Second Annual River Race of Two Cities was once again held on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.
Driver jailed after rollover crash

Driver jailed after rollover crash

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Driver jailed after rollover crash

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWINThe Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle, rolllover accident on McCulloch Road, north of M-61 Monday.The driver, a 36-year old female from Gladwin, was not injured.Alcohol was suspected as a factor in the crash and deputies executed a court-ordered search warrant for...
GOLF OUTING HELPS EQUIP FIREFIGHTERS

GOLF OUTING HELPS EQUIP FIREFIGHTERS

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GOLF OUTING HELPS EQUIP FIREFIGHTERS

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
The Gladwin Firefighters Association Annual Golf Scramble is slated for Sunday, Aug. 23 at Gladwin Heights Golf Course. Registration is at 8 a.m. and the shotgun start at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to play in the fund-raising event.

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Bipartisan bill to stop China from purchasing U.S. Farmland introduced

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
WASHINGTON D.C.Congressman John Moolenaar introduced the Protecting U.S.Farmland and Sensitive Sites from Foreign Adversaries Act. The legislation takes decisive action to safeguard U.S. national security and food security by closing gaps in federal oversight of foreign land acquisitions.
Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

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Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYIs getting in and out of your home harder than it used to be? The Mid Michigan Community Action Agency Home Ramp Up program may provide no-cost safety improvements for eligible homeowners age 62 and older.Here’s how it works:■ Call or text your local office.
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