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State of emergency declared following deadly tornadoes in Southwest Michigan

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGOn March 8, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Branch, Cass, and St. Joseph counties to assist with response and recovery efforts related to a deadly tornado outbreak in southwest Michigan.“This morning, I’ve declared a state of emergency for Branch, Cass, and St....
A contractor trimming trees in a utility vehicle uses a long, sharp tool to trim tree branches. CONSUMERS ENERGY

A contractor trimming trees in a utility vehicle uses a long, sharp tool to trim tree branches. CONSUMERS ENERGY

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Utilities ramp up tree trimming to address reliability problems

Sonja Krohn
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGWhile charging comparably high electric rates, Michigan utilities continue to rank among the worst in the nation in reliability.Now, the Public Service Commission (PSC) wants them to increase their tree trimming efforts to address this long-standing problem.“Falling trees and branches are...
National Guard Association of Michigan presents Moolenaar with the 2025 Charles Dick Medal of Merit.

National Guard Association of Michigan presents Moolenaar with the 2025 Charles Dick Medal of Merit.

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Moolenaar receives 2025 Medal of Merit from MI National Guard

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGThis week, Congressman John Moolenaar was awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the National Guard Association of the United States. The annual award recognizes legislators on the state and federal level for contributions to the National Guard.
Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

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Michigan calls Gladwin a childcare desert

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe State of Michigan says Gladwin County has the worst childcare coverage in the state. Statistics say that there are about 18 children for every childcare position in the county. That is a “childcare desert”!Have you had trouble finding childcare for your children in Gladwin County?

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2026 SKYWARN spotter training

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYSKYWARN spotter training will take place April 28, 6-7 p.m., at Sage Township Hall. The hall is located at 1831 W. Pratt Lake Road in Gladwin.
LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

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LOCAL SCOUTS ATTEND KLONDIKE RACE

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026
These five Boy Scouts attended the Annual Frankenmuth Derby Klondike Race on Feb. 21. While actively participating in all the stations this team ended up collecting/earning enough tokens to earn first place.
A rendering of the proposed Honor Park east of the Gladwin County Courthouse.

A rendering of the proposed Honor Park east of the Gladwin County Courthouse.

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Hoadley seeking funds for County Veterans Memorial

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
LANSINGState Rep. Mike Hoadley voiced his strong support for the creation of a new Honor Park in Gladwin County to commemorate the heroic service of the county’s past and present veterans.The current memorial dedicated to the veterans of Gladwin County has been severely weathered by the elements.To...
Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

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Ross Lake Improvement Project Board to try again at next meeting

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
BEAVERTONThe first meeting of the Ross Lake Improvement Board was held last Tuesday at the Beaverton Activity Center.Not everyone on the Board was able to attend and, therefore, not much was accomplished of an official nature, but one thing is clear.People who own property on the lake want to fight...
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