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Jeep Creep a big success

Jeep Creep a big success

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Jeep Creep a big success

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Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Riverwalk Place hosted its 11th Annual Jeep Creep over the weekend, attracting Jeep owners and enthusiasts from throughout the region.
Pastor David Sprang and John Caffrey of the Gladwin Rural Urban Fire Department present a check for $1,000 to Kevin Brott, Lanette Morgan and Candace Pennell of the New Dawn Shelter. The funds for the donation were raised at the department’s golf outing in August.

Pastor David Sprang and John Caffrey of the Gladwin Rural Urban Fire Department present a check for $1,000 to Kevin Brott, Lanette Morgan and Candace Pennell of the New Dawn Shelter. The funds for the donation were raised at the department’s golf outing in August.

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Firefighters make donation to New Dawn Shelter

News Staff
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin Rural Urban Fire Department has been holding a golf outing every summer for the past 27 years and one of the goals is to raise money to be awarded to a local charity or community organization.“It’s a fun fundraiser,” said John Caffrey, a firefighter who, along with Katie...
Pictured is the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu involved in the Oct. 17 accident.

Pictured is the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu involved in the Oct. 17 accident.

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Accident claims life of man in Tobacco Township

News Staff
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
GLADWIN COUNTYOn Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at approximately 8:43 p.m. deputies from the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate a one vehicle personal injury accident near the intersection of South M-30 and Red Oak Road in Tobacco Township.The investigation determined a 28-year-old...
Gladwin Police Chief Kyle Binger (right) introduced the department’s newest addition, Officer Sean Gerbe, at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council Monday night.

Gladwin Police Chief Kyle Binger (right) introduced the department’s newest addition, Officer Sean Gerbe, at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council Monday night.

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Gladwin City Police adds Officer Gerbe

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin City Police Department is at full strength.Chief Kyle Binger introduced his latest hire, Officer Sean Gerbe, Monday at the Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.“We’re back to a full staff at the Police Department and that’s a good thing for us,” Binger said.
Hiking programs available in Cadillac

Hiking programs available in Cadillac

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Hiking programs available in Cadillac

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
CADILLACA utumn is upon us, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has plenty of October opportunities for fall fun and helping take care of the outdoors.The DNR’s Outdoor Skills Academy and Becoming an Outdoors Woman programs offer opportunities to explore – and learn how to get started...
Aerial view of 2025 Roscommon County fire.

Aerial view of 2025 Roscommon County fire.

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Benzie Road fire 100 percent contained; crews still putting out hot spots

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
ROSCOMMON COUNTYThe Benzie Road Fire near Houghton Lake in Roscommon County, Michigan, is 100 percent contained, with fire crews putting water on remaining hot spots near the perimeter on Wednesday, Oct. 8.“They will be out there for the next several days, mopping up to make sure the fire remains...
Nicholas Premo was arraigned in 75th District on Oct. 13 for charges involving a home invasion.

Nicholas Premo was arraigned in 75th District on Oct. 13 for charges involving a home invasion.

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Coleman homeowners able to subdue invader

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
COLEMANOn Sunday, Oct. 12, at approximately 12:16 a.m., the Midland County Sheriff’s Office was dispatched to a residence in Warren Township for a report of a home invasion in progress.It was reported that the homeowners were able to detain the suspect.Deputies arrived on scene and made contact...
Roses still available

Roses still available

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Roses still available

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin Kiwanis Club will continue the tradition of selling roses to coincide with Sweetest Day, a day to recognize the special folks in your life: wives, mothers, sweethearts, secretaries, co-workers, etc.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently visited Mom’s Restaurant in Trenton to celebrate three new, bipartisan tax cuts that will lower costs for seniors and working families across Michigan.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer recently visited Mom’s Restaurant in Trenton to celebrate three new, bipartisan tax cuts that will lower costs for seniors and working families across Michigan.

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New bipartisan budget includes no taxes on tips, overtime, or Social Security

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Wednesday, October 15, 2025
LANSINGThe new state budget recently signed eliminates state taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security, so millions of Michiganders can keep more of their hard-earned paychecks.“Michiganders need real, immediate relief as they face high costs and economic uncertainty,” said Michigan Governor...
MARSP Meeting Monday, Nov. 3

MARSP Meeting Monday, Nov. 3

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MARSP Meeting Monday, Nov. 3

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
GLADWINThe Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) Gladwin County Chapter will meet at the new Clare-Gladwin Career Tech Center (CTE) for lunch and a campus tour on Monday, Nov. 3.The lunch will be a taco bar, cookie, and a beverage for a fee.
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