Life in Gladwin

Pictured is Gladwin Summer Fest in 2025.

Pictured is Gladwin Summer Fest in 2025.

Gladwin Summer Street Fest returns on July 11

GLADWINMark your calendars! The highly anticipated Gladwin Summer Street Fest is back and better than ever on Saturday, July 11, 2026, bringing a full day of excitement, entertainment, and community spirit to downtown Gladwin.
Can I bring my dog to a Pride parade?

Can I bring my dog to a Pride parade?

Can I bring my dog to a Pride parade?

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I adopted “Allie,” an adorable black-and-gold mutt, last fall. She trained wonderfully and does well with other dogs at the dog park.
BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

Eagle Ridge Church of God, located at 3987 S. M-18 in Beaverton, will have Community Supper every second Monday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m. This free catered meal will have live music. Everyone is invited, no RSVP needed, so bring a friend. No takeout is available.
Mt. Pleasant police and other city workers helped the DNR remove the bear from the tree.

Mt. Pleasant police and other city workers helped the DNR remove the bear from the tree.

DNR teams with City of Mt. Pleasant to safely relocate a black bear

LANSINGA150-pound black bear that wandered into a Mt. Pleasant neighborhood and climbed a tree directly over a white-picket fence was captured and safely relocated to a northern Michigan swamp Tuesday.The Michigan Department of Natural Resources partnered with Mt.
Food distribution at Christ the King June 20

Food distribution at Christ the King June 20

Food distribution at Christ the King June 20

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will be hosting it’s next distribution on June 20, 2026 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin.Address verification will be required for all food recipients. The handing out of food, will begin about 10 a.m.
American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Volunteering at a Stand Down

Volunteering at a Stand Down

Volunteering at a Stand Down

The summer and fall of 2026 could well be the most rewarding you’ve had in a long time, especially if you want to step up and help other veterans at a Stand Down.Stand Downs are often the highlight of the year for homeless veterans.
American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Sons of the American Legion to meet

Sons of the American Legion to meet

Sons of the American Legion to meet

GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron. Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6 p.