Gladwin City Council wants a background check before extending Hines’ deal

GLADWINAdecision on whether to offer Interim City Administrator Kimberley Hines a one-year contract to continue on at her post is on hold in the wake of Monday’s Regular Meeting of the Gladwin City Council.

Retired School Personnel to meet

GLADWINThe Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) – Gladwin County Chapter will meet on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the Gladwin Church of Christ in its fellowship hall, 425 E. Grout Street, Gladwin, located behind the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home.On July 28 at 8:45 a.m.

Breaking Barriers Day returns to Lansing

LANSINGThe Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council (MiDDC) and Self-Advocates of Michigan (SAM) are hosting the second annual Breaking Barriers Day, a gathering to celebrate the lived experiences of people with developmental disabilities.

MyMichigan Health enhances patient scheduling with new access center

MIDLANDMyMichigan Health is committed to improving the ease of scheduling for patients across its health system. The introduction of the MyMichigan Access Center (MAC) marks a significant step forward in simplifying the scheduling process for MyMichigan providers and services.

Community forum to examine risks of proposed Great Lakes Oil Tunnel Project

GLADWINLocal residents and environmental advocates will host a community information session on Monday, July 28, to discuss the significant risks posed by Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 tunnel project beneath the Great Lakes.The public forum, scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m.

Man sentenced on three counts of CSC in St. Joseph County

LANSINGOn Friday, July 11, Geral Whitney, 69, of Harrison, was sentenced to 20-30 years’ incarceration by Judge Paul Stutesman in the 45th Circuit Court in St. Joesph County for sexually assaulting a relative 20 years ago, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

The joy of banana ball

Major League Baseball is currently debating various rules changes to improve the game, when what it really needs is more players wearing capes and doing backflips.

OVERHEAD VIEW

Check out this drone photo of the Gladwin Street Fest provided by Roger Haines