Beaverton fishermen drown in Saginaw Bay

PINCONNINGThe bodies of three fishermen from Beaverton were found in the Saginaw Bay Wednesday by the U.S.Coast Guard Sector Detroit.The Coast Guard identified the men as Ronald G. Whitmer, 76, his brother Chris “Stanley” Whitmer, 71, and nephew Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II, 51.

Schuette, Hoadley appear at Chamber function

EDITOR@THEGLADWINCOUNTYRECORD.COMBEAVERTONThe Gladwin County Chamber of Commerce hosted State Reps Mike Hoadley and Bill G. Schuette at its monthly Legislative Forum Friday morning at the Beaverton Community Center.

MMC to take part in first-ever Strides of Honor Run/Walk

HARRISONThis spring, Mid Michigan College is inviting the community to lace up their shoes and step forward in honor of those who have served.On Saturday, May 16, the College hosts the first-ever Strides of Honor Run/Walk at the Poet Family Outdoor Education Center on the Harrison Campus.

Last Second Saturday Supper until September

GLADWINNew Beginnings Methodist Church will hold their monthly free Second Saturday Supper, Saturday, May 9. This will be the last supper until September, with a big change coming.

PTO recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week

GLADWINThe Gladwin Community Schools PTO is recognizing Elementary and Intermediate School Teacher Appreciation Week while continuing several fundraising efforts to support local students. The PTO encourages the community to take time to thank educators for their daily impact in the classroom.

GAFT auditions for summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) is preparing for its 2026 summer musical and is inviting the community to audition for Fiddler on the Roof, with performances scheduled at Gladwin High School this July.Auditions will take place at the GAFT Theatre, 524 E. Cedar Ave.

Regular Meeting changed

GLADWINThe Regular Meeting of the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners scheduled for May 12 will be held at The Lodge at the Gladwin County Recreation Area, located at 1365 Shaw Road in Gladwin. The usual start time of 9 a.m. remains the same.