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Five high school students participating in the Future Farmers of America Leadership Contest presented a skit before the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners at its Regular Meeting Tuesday. The presentation in front of a government board was required as part of the competition and (left to right) Brenna Buzzell of Gladwin; Jordyn Schultz, Sophie Milks and Hope Vantiem, of Beaverton and Evelyn Dewey of Farwell discussed issues involving the use of pesticides in agriculture.

Five high school students participating in the Future Farmers of America Leadership Contest presented a skit before the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners at its Regular Meeting Tuesday. The presentation in front of a government board was required as part of the competition and (left to right) Brenna Buzzell of Gladwin; Jordyn Schultz, Sophie Milks and Hope Vantiem, of Beaverton and Evelyn Dewey of Farwell discussed issues involving the use of pesticides in agriculture.

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Students light up County Board meeting

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWINApresentation by five high school students made an impact Tuesday at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin County Board of Commissioners.Gladwin’s Brenna Buzzell, Beaverton’s Jordyn Schultz, Sophie Milks and Hope Van Tiem and Farwell’s Evelyn Dewey performed a skit they put together where they...
Food distribution at Christ the King

Food distribution at Christ the King

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Food distribution at Christ the King

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThere was another successful Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) in the parking lot of Christ the King Lutheran Church on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026.Almost 18,000 pounds of food from the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan was passed out to 194 households and 430 household...

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COMMUNITY THANKS

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
We would like to thank everyone for all the kind words, food, flowers, cards, and the hugs we received. A special thank you to the Kokotovich family and all their kind words and help. Special thanks to Pastor Tony for his kind words for Dick.
A 9,000 square-foot expansion to MyMichigan Health Park in Gladwin stands ready to welcome future primary care providers with 20 new exam rooms, 16 new offices and other supporting spaces. The Health Park offers family medicine, urgent care, occupational health, laboratory, X-ray, mental health and diabetes services.

A 9,000 square-foot expansion to MyMichigan Health Park in Gladwin stands ready to welcome future primary care providers with 20 new exam rooms, 16 new offices and other supporting spaces. The Health Park offers family medicine, urgent care, occupational health, laboratory, X-ray, mental health and diabetes services.

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Health Park in Gladwin poised for future growth following major expansion

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWINMyMichigan Health Park Gladwin is growing to improve patient experience, welcome additional primary care providers in the future and ensure timely access to health care.
Michigan watches winter drought ahead of growing season

Michigan watches winter drought ahead of growing season

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Michigan watches winter drought ahead of growing season

Sonja Krohn
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
LANSINGMichigan is one of several Midwestern states experiencing unusually dry conditions throughout this winter.The U.S. Drought Monitor shows abnormally dry to severe drought conditions in 45 Michigan counties, some of them for more than six months.“A lot of people are surprised about drought in...
GCCB Kitchen Table Conversations slated

GCCB Kitchen Table Conversations slated

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GCCB Kitchen Table Conversations slated

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Community Builders (GCCB) are back and will be sponsoring several public forums from the end of February until the end of April 2026. They will be kitchen table conversations.

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Clare County Sheriff’s office operations result in multiple arrests

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
CLARE COUNTYDeputies with the Clare County Sheriff’s Office made several arrests following traffic enforcement and patrol operations throughout the county during Feb. 13 through 15.Over the course of the weekend, four individuals were arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
Gladwin City Council met last Tuesday, Feb. 17, at its Regular Meeting. YOUTUBE

Gladwin City Council met last Tuesday, Feb. 17, at its Regular Meeting. YOUTUBE

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Council approves donation to spur economic development

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWINThe Gladwin County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) will receive a $5,000 contribution from the City of Gladwin after a resolution was passed last Tuesday at the Regular Meeting of the City Council.The contribution will begin with the City’s Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and will be...
This year’s contestants are (back step): Audrey Andrist, Isabelle Dodman; (second step): Jordyn Schultz, Freya Wood; (third step): Braylin Orton; (fourth step): Audrey Schmidt, Brenna Randle; (front step): Ansley Mausolf, Sayde Woodruff.

This year’s contestants are (back step): Audrey Andrist, Isabelle Dodman; (second step): Jordyn Schultz, Freya Wood; (third step): Braylin Orton; (fourth step): Audrey Schmidt, Brenna Randle; (front step): Ansley Mausolf, Sayde Woodruff.

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Miss Gladwin County gala set for March 7

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe 2026 Miss Gladwin County Scholarship Program Fundraising Gala will be held March 7 at 4 p.m. at Riverwalk Place.The event is an annual fundraiser to raise scholarship dollars for young women who will serve as ambassadors for the community.It will feature a silent auction,...
Do drink the water, even if you got the lead letter

Do drink the water, even if you got the lead letter

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Do drink the water, even if you got the lead letter

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
GLADWINWater customers in certain Gladwin neighborhoods recently received a notification in the mail from Public Works Director Jeff Graham that their water service line material is unknown.The letter indicated that, because the material is unknown, it is possible that some or all of the line could...
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