Life in Gladwin

D.A.R.E. annual show slated for August 23

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin County Sheriff’s Department D.A.R.E. Program is proud to announce that singer/songwriters Tess Frizzell and Bobby Tomberlin will headline the annual summertime country music show.The show is Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 7 p.m.

GAFT to present The Addams Family Musical

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) is pleased to be continuing its summer musical tradition with The Addams Family Musical being performed Thursday, July 17; Friday, July 18; and Saturday, July 19, at the Gladwin High School auditorium at 7 p.m.

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Moolenaar office now accepting internship apps

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

WASHINGTON D.C.The office of Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for internship positions available in Caledonia, Clare, and Washington, D.C.

Students in the Advanced Manufacturing session of CTE Summer Camp had the chance to learn about tools, equipment, and processes used in today’s manufacturing industry.

CTE wraps up summer camp for area students

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

CLAREClare-Gladwin Career and Technical Education (CTE) recently wrapped up a three-day summer camp, welcoming over 38 students in grades 7-11 from Clare and Gladwin counties. Held June 16-18, the camp gave students a fun and engaging introduction to various career paths and technical skills.

Fast and Fosterous 5K added to Street Festival events

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

BAY CITYAbrand new 5K race has been added to the schedule of the Second Annual Gladwin Summer Street Festival, which is set for July 12.

MUSIC MINISTRY SLATED

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025

John and Kate Music Ministry will take place at the Wagarville Community Christian Church, 2478 Wagarville Road, on July 20, starting at 9:30 a.m. A luncheon will follow the service.

Rocket Racers VBS starts July 25

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

GLADWINVacation Bible School Weekend will take place in July at Emmanuel Baptist Church located at 3089 Pratt Lake Road.■ July 25, 6:30-8 p.m.■ July 26, 6:30-8 p.m.■ July 27, Finish Line Festival, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., cookout and games.Register at 989-426-9861 or ebcgladwin@outlook.com.

TURNING 100

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

On Friday, July 11, this sweet lady will be 100 years old. Perhaps you knew her from the many years she worked at the First of America Bank. Or maybe when she sang in the choir at the Methodist Church and was also choir director for many years. She may have sung at your wedding.

Annual reunion slated

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

The annual Nettleton Reunion will take place on Sunday, July 13, at Gladwin City Park. They will eat at 1 p.m. There is no pavilion, so bring your own chair.

GBCFD at Christ The King slated for July 19

News Staff

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

GLADWINThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will continue hosting distributions the third Saturday of each month in 2025, with its next distribution being on Saturday, July 19 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin.

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