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Jayden Mieske sets up for the shot.

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Gladwin boys give John Glenn a battle in narrow defeat

Scott Salowich

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

GLADWIN Atough opponent brought out a big effort from the Gladwin boys’ basketball team Wednesday night, but the Flying G’s came up just short in a 61-57 loss to visiting Bay City John Glenn. “It was a battle,” said Gladwin coach Mike Verellen.

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Co-Ed Volleyball back for 16th season

News Staff

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

BEAVERTON The 16th season of Co-Ed Volleyball at the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 540 Lang Rd., begins on Thursday, January 4. The games will start at 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.

Gladwin Coach Nic Taratuta instructing the team on a play.

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Gladwin girls’ hoop team shows improvement in two-game split

Scott Salowich

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

GLADWIN In the wake of two losses the previous week, Gladwin girls’ basketball coach Nic Taratuta said better days were on the horizon. Last Monday night, the Flying G’s backed up his words with a 39-36 victory at Midland Bullock Creek.

Layk Woodruff pushing the Beaverton offense forward.

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Beaverton boys’ hoop team splits a pair of games

Scott Salowich

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

BEAVERTON Arough first quarter cost the Beaverton boys’ basketball team a 5949 loss at Standish Thursday night. The rest of the game wasn’t all bad. “The first quarter was our downfall,” said Beavers cohead coach Shad Woodruff.

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Cold-weather tips for adventurers

News Staff

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

LANSING As people venture outside over the holiday break, the DNR reminds everyone to put safety first when enjoying favorite winter activities. “People often get caught up in the excitement of the moment and overlook winter safety,” said Lt.

Dan Robinson was recognized as the 2022 Shikar-Safari’s Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year.

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Dan Robinson named Shikar-Safari’s Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year

News Staff

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

LANSING Michigan DNR Conservation Officer Dan Robinson was recognized as the 2022 Shikar Safari Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year. The award, the highest state honor for conservation officers, is given annually.

Veteran suicides

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Veteran suicides

News Staff

Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Operation S.A.V.E. is a Department of Veterans Affairs training program designed to prevent suicide in veterans. While the program is geared for suicide-prevention coordinators, there are points that can be helpful for family and friends of veterans who might be at risk.

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Co-Ed Volleyball back for 16th season

News Staff

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

BEAVERTON The 16th season of Co-Ed Volleyball at the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 540 Lang Rd., begins on Thursday, January 4. The games will start at 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.

Gladwin turns on the power (play) in big win over Downriver United

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Gladwin turns on the power (play) in big win over Downriver United

Scott Salowich

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

IGLADWIN pair of power play goals sparked a second-period barrage Athat broke open a close game and led the Gladwin hockey team to a 9-3 victory over visiting Downriver United Saturday. You read that correctly Flying G’s fans, power play goals.

Beaverton girls’ hoop team still undefeated after two more wins

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Beaverton girls’ hoop team still undefeated after two more wins

Scott Salowich

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

BEAVERTON t’s never too early to enjoy the view from the top of the standings. The Beaverton girls’ basketball team won two more Jack Pine Conference games last week to forge a first-place tie with Meridian at 3-0 on the young season.

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