Life in Gladwin
News Staff
Wishing Mercedes Como a very happy birthday. We are blessed to have you in our lives! Her secret to longevity remains these three things: Faith – have great faith; motion – motion is medicine, never stop moving (you can’t catch a moving target); and wine!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
DONATION APPRECIATED
News Staff
Hospice of Gladwin would like to sincerely thank the Gladwin Big Boys for their generous monthly donation of nutritional drinks to support members of the community. Their kindness and continued support help them provide comfort and care to those in need. They are truly grateful!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs Director Ken Roberts (back row, second from left) accepts a donation from the officers of the Gladwin Eagles 3292 Riders at a meeting of the club Friday night
Eagle Riders donate to Gladwin veterans
Scott Salowich
GLADWINThe Gladwin Eagles 3292 Riders have a code. It’s printed on a laminated card that says, “Our mission is to have fun in a family oriented organization, dedicated to the enjoyment of motorcycles, safe riding while promoting the Fraternal Order of Eagles.”They also raise funds for worthy causes.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
TROOP 779 ASSIST POST 171
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Gladwin Boy Scout Troop 779 helped American Legion Post 171 put the flags out at veteran grave sites for Memorial Day. Pictured here is Aiden, Bradley, Riley, Scoutmaster, Brian; Chartered Organization Representative, Mike; Parker and Bo.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Wandering with the Birds
Daryl Bernard Dfbernard1963@gmail.com
The hummingbirds are back! Over the past couple weeks, Rubythroated Hummingbirds arrived in Michigan, completing a journey of several thousand miles that started months ago in Central and South America.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Delta College Winter 2026 achievement recognition
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UNIVERSITY CENTERE ach semester Delta College recognizes students for their high academic achievement.Congratulations to the following Delta students who earned recognition for outstanding academic achievement during the Winter 2026 semester.These students averaged a 3.5 GPA or higher.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
SCOUTS COLLECT RETURNABLES
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On Saturday, May 30, a few Scouts from Troop 779 will be in Family Fare parking lot with a truck and trailer for a returnables collection spot to help four prospective Eagle Scouts earn the money they need to complete their service projects this year.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Hockaday Community Church receives plaque
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On April 27, Evert Cann, Carol Walters, and Dave Nix received a plaque to honor Hockaday Community Church for 120 years of continuous service.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
City of Beaverton to celebrate Memorial Day
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BEAVERTONPlans are now in place for the 2026 Memorial Day commemoration on Monday, May 25. As usual, there will be a parade in Beaverton. Lineup is at 1:30 p.m. at the municipal parking lot near the Community Center.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Clare-Gladwin CTE Education Occupation students were recognized at the Student Excellence Awards, held at the the new CTE conference room on the Mangus campus. Students received honors in categories such as Above & Beyond, Most Improved, Outstanding, and Work-Based Learning.
CTE students honored during annual ceremony
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CLAREThe Clare-Gladwin Career & Technical Education (CTE) program celebrated student achievement at its annual Student Excellence Awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026