Life in Gladwin

View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Iwas waking up from a welldeserved nap in my “Comfy Chair,” and my body was trying to tell me something, and I realized I was thirsty! I needed a drink of water. Dehydration can occur at any time, and the elderly often have reduced thirst perception, leading to up to 28% of them being dehydrated.
Mary Sue Wilkinson and Mark Schrock will be performing together at the Northeast Art Center in Standish on Oct. 12.

Mary Sue Wilkinson and Mark Schrock will be performing together at the Northeast Art Center in Standish on Oct. 12.

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Americana, Folk and Bluegrass Music Featured at Standish Art Center Oct. 12

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
STANDISHOn Sunday, Oct. 12 at 2 p.m., Mary Sue Wilkinson and Mark Schrock is the featured duo at the Northeast Art Center in Standish for the 2025-26 Second Sunday Concert series season opener.

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Midland Announces Disability Film Series

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
MIDLANDIn recognition of Global Diversity Awareness Month in October, Disability Network Mid-Michigan is proud to host the Demystifying Disability free film series.“Disability Network Mid-Michigan believes that disability is a natural part of the human experience, not something to be hidden or...

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Harvest Dinner set for Oct. 16

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Wednesday, October 8, 2025
BEAVERTONThe First Presbyterian Church of Beaverton located at 201 S. Ross (across from Huntington Bank) will be hosting their annual Harvest Dinner on Oct. 16, from 4-7 p.m.Dinner will include roast beef and all the trimmings, dessert, and beverages.For more information or for takeout orders,...
Masons donate to fire safety open house

Masons donate to fire safety open house

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Masons donate to fire safety open house

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Wednesday, October 1, 2025
The Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397, in conjunction with the Michigan Masonic Charitable Association, were happy to present the Gladwin Area Fire Dept. a check for $75 to help fund their Fire Protection program and open house for the kids of Gladwin County held Saturday, Sept 27. Pictured are Asst.
A LOOK BACK IN TIME | PASSENGER DEPOT

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | PASSENGER DEPOT

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | PASSENGER DEPOT

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Wednesday, October 1, 2025
You would be forgiven if you think this looks like the old depot building that now stands in the Gladwin County Historical Village at the corner of State Street and Cedar Avenue in Gladwin. But if you think that, you would be wrong.
Pictured left to right: Ken Roberts, Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs Director; Art Day, Senior Warden, Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397; and Terry Perkins, Worshipful Master, Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397.

Pictured left to right: Ken Roberts, Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs Director; Art Day, Senior Warden, Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397; and Terry Perkins, Worshipful Master, Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397.

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Veteran’s Office receives Donation

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Wednesday, October 1, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs received a surprise visit from the Gladwin Masonic Lodge #397 who presented them with a generous donation to their Gladwin County Veterans Relief Fund.This fund is used to help Gladwin County Veterans who are experiencing financial hardship and...
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