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National traffic death numbers down, but Michigan experts worry about driver safety

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National traffic death numbers down, but Michigan experts worry about driver safety

Karlee Vanantwerp

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

LANSINGPreliminary data for 2025 shows about 36,340 people died in motor vehicle crashes in the U.S. That’s a 6.7 percent decrease compared to 39, 254 in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation.Michigan’s 2024 crash statistics (1,099 deaths) showed no change from 2023 (1095 deaths).

School districts decide what to do with outdated, unused buildings

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School districts decide what to do with outdated, unused buildings

Georgia Hill

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

LANSINGFlint Community Schools is looking to tear down four schools that have sat vacant for over 13 years.The move reflects a broader question facing communities across the state: how to repurpose or manage unused school spaces.These “abandoned and unsafe spaces” have “attracted vandalism,...

Look for billboards and materials around the state with the “Don’t Move Firewood” message. MDARD and DNR encourage travelers to buy certified, heattreated firewood to prevent the spread of tree pests and diseases.

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Michiganders reminded to use safe firewood practices during camping season

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

LANSINGWith camping season underway, the Michigan Departments of Agriculture and Rural Development and Natural Resources are reminding residents and visitors that invasive pests and diseases can hitchhike in untreated firewood, spreading easily from one location to another.More than 140 pests and...

Harrison man arrested for meth sales

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Harrison man arrested for meth sales

David Charles Kemerer

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

CLARE COUNTYOn Tuesday, May 19, 2026, deputies with the Clare County Sheriff Office received information regarding the possession and sales of narcotics occurring at 4111 Valley View Road located in Hayes Township in Clare County.

Memorial Day services honor the fallen

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Memorial Day services honor the fallen

Scott Salowich

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYMemorial Day was celebrated on Monday with parades through town and solemn ceremonies held at the War Memorial in Gladwin and the Veterans Memorial in Ross Lake Park in Beaverton.James Volant, Commander of American Legion Post 171, led the presentation in Gladwin.The Gladwin High...

Preparation was everything as paddlers prepared to take on the 12.5-mile trip from City Park to Ross Lake Park Saturday morning.

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Second Annual River Race another success

Scott Salowich

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Second Annual Gladwin County River Race of Two Cities was held Saturday, with the festivities beginning at City Park.The American Legion Post 171 Color Guard presented the flags for a playing of the national anthem and then Gladwin County Conservation District Executive Director...

Gladwin County Captains 8U baseball team

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Captains 8U bring home four tournament titles

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

BEAVERTONIn a season the community won’t soon forget, the Gladwin County Captains 8U baseball team turned hard work and heart into a perfect tournament season – winning all four tournaments they entered. They finished their spring travel season with a 14-0-1 record.

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Planning Commission to meet June 4

News Staff

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Planning Commision has a scheduled meeting on June 4, 1 p.m., at the Gladwin County Courthouse located at 401 W. Cedar Street in Gladwin. It will be held in the Gladwin County Commissioners Chambers on the third floor. Evaluation of the Master Plan will take place.

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Food distribution at Christ the King

Gladwin County

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

There was another successful Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) in the parking lot of Christ the King Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

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Beaverton Alumni Association to meet

News Staff

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

BEAVERTONThe Beaverton Alumni Association will be meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 3 p.m. The meeting will be held upstairs in the Room at the Beaverton Activity Center, 106 Tonkin Street, Beaverton, MI. They will have a short meeting and then will get the reunion letters ready to mail.

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