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GERALD R. FORD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

GERALD R. FORD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC POLICY, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

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More law enforcement agencies using artificial intelligence

Samantha Ku
Wednesday, November 5, 2025
LANSINGMichigan law enforcement agencies are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) tools as surveillance technology, according to Ron Wiles, the executive director of the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.
Pictured are, left to right: Lori Nevill, Sarah Kile, and Kaylynn Laidlaw.

Pictured are, left to right: Lori Nevill, Sarah Kile, and Kaylynn Laidlaw.

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Training adds to perspective

News Staff
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
To the Editor:On Friday, October 17, 2025, individuals from various agencies across Central Michigan came together at the John C. Magnus Center in Clare, Michigan to attend a training opportunity that provided a fundamental shift in perspective.
BY CHUCK FRISBIE GLADWIN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT Chuck Frisbie

BY CHUCK FRISBIE GLADWIN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT Chuck Frisbie

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SUPERINTENDENT CORNER

News Staff
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
In November, Gladwin Community Schools is asking voters to consider a bond proposal that would return the district’s tax rate to its 2023 level, in order to fund $26.8 million in improvements across all K-12 buildings.
A farmer operates a soybean planter in early spring. KINGIMAGING VIA PIXABAY

A farmer operates a soybean planter in early spring. KINGIMAGING VIA PIXABAY

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Trade tariffs are hurting Michigan soybean export market

Samantha Ku
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
LANSINGSince Jan. 20, President Donald Trump has increased tariffs on U.S. imports from all global partners, triggering retaliatory tariffs by China, Canada and the European Union on U.S. exports, including soybeans.According to the U.S.

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GAFT a “World class production”

News Staff
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
To the Editor:If you missed The Gladwin Area Friends of the Theater production of “The Curious Savage”, you missed one outstanding performance. Not only was it humorous, but very entertaining. All the players have worked hard to put on a classic performance.
Eric Freedman is director of Capital News Service and Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

Eric Freedman is director of Capital News Service and Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

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Your taxes, your schools, your safety: Why your local news matters

Eric Freedman
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
I am a journalist. And proud of it.I hope my readers, whether in newspapers, magazines or online, also feel that’s a title worthy of pride.True, journalists and the news media are being targeted and maligned, and polls show public trust in the press is declining.

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New Business

News Staff
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
To the Editor:A new business has opened – The Grooming Boutique (had been Larry’s Barber Shop) in Gladwin.The owner Bobbi is an amazing groomer. What a great opportunity for Gladwin pet owners. My dog is returning next month! Thank you Bobbi for locating in Gladwin!

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Cartoon Response

News Staff
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
To the Editor:I am writing to express my concern over the cartoons published in the September 24th Gladwin paper that mocked the assassination of Charlie Kirk over his seeming callous attitude to firearm deaths.
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