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Pictured are Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Ambassador of Finland to the United States Leena-Kaisa Mikkola.

Pictured are Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Ambassador of Finland to the United States Leena-Kaisa Mikkola.

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Gov. Whitmer advances partnership with Finland in clean technologies and defense industry collaboration

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
LANSINGRecently, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment of Finland to strengthen cooperation on clean technologies, advanced mobility, defense, and other strategically significant industries.

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Farwell man charged with embezzling over $400,000 from 82-year-old

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
LANSINGOn March 17, Phillip Lee Sprague, age 62, of Farwell, was arraigned in front of Magistrate Steven R. Worpell, Jr. of the 80th District Court in Harrison on one count of Embezzlement by an Agent $100,000 or more, a 20-year felony, and two counts of Embezzlement by an Agent $50,000 or more,...

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MDARD urges animal owners to continue taking steps to prevent HPAI

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) urges animal owners to remain vigilant and take preventative measures against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) as wild birds complete their spring migration.“When wild birds move, so does HPAI.
Most of us are used to having a saltshaker available at any meal. Ornately decorated salt dishes call back to a time when it was a luxury. JEFFREY S. EVANS & ASSOCIATES

Most of us are used to having a saltshaker available at any meal. Ornately decorated salt dishes call back to a time when it was a luxury. JEFFREY S. EVANS & ASSOCIATES

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Salt dishes

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
alt has played an importantSa role in human history as it does at the dinner table. It provides necessary nutrients, and it made food preservation possible long before refrigeration.

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“ Welcome Spring” Pedestrian Parade

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
BEAVERTONChildren and young-atheart adults are invited to take part in a unique parade in Beaverton on Sunday, March 29.The “Welcome Spring” Pedestrian Parade will begin at Beaverton United Methodist Church, 150 W. Brown Street, at 4 p.m. The parade will proceed on foot along the sidewalks of...
Gladwin Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal crash

Gladwin Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal crash

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Gladwin Sheriff’s Office investigates fatal crash

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
BUCKEYE TOWNSHIPDeputies from the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate a personal injury accident involving three vehicles Monday, afternoon, March 23, at the intersection of W. Howard Road and S. River Road in Buckeye Township.Through the course of the investigation, it was...
Amber Billman assists a student working on their clay bowl.

Amber Billman assists a student working on their clay bowl.

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Empty Bowls to be filled at GHS on May 5

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
GLADWINEmpty Bowls is a worldwide initiative that was started by a high school art teacher in Michigan about 30 years ago.The idea is to have people make their own clay bowl and then sell it filled with something good to raise funds for local food-related charities.At Gladwin High School, 30...
Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

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Master Plan Open House won’t be a panel discussion

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
GLADWINResidents with ideas, concerns, or aspirations for Gladwin County’s future are encouraged to attend a Master Plan Open House this evening from 4-7 p.m. at the District Library in Gladwin.The County’s Master Plan Steering committee has drafted proposed updates and is now seeking public input...
WORKING TOGETHER

WORKING TOGETHER

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WORKING TOGETHER

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Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The Gladwin Rotary Club 6310 is committed to service. Current President, John Caffrey, and President-Elect, Shannon Sirpilla, recently attended a vital leadership conference in Kalamazoo. They are working together to ensure a seamless transition of leadership on July 1.
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