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Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

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Gladwin County homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYIs getting in and out of your home harder than it used to be? The Mid Michigan Community Action Agency Home Ramp Up program may provide no-cost safety improvements for eligible homeowners age 62 and older.Here’s how it works:■ Call or text your local office.
GCDL June events

GCDL June events

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GCDL June events

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYSchool is almost out and summer is finally here! At the Beaverton and Gladwin libraries, they are gearing up for our Summer Reading Program! Below is just a sampling of some of the educational and exciting events that they have planned for you!
GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

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GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

News Staff
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) is preparing for its 2026 summer musical and is inviting the community to audition for Fiddler on the Roof, with performances scheduled at Gladwin High School this July.
Pictured from left to right are: Capt. Kevin Sweeney, Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) commander; Chief Mike Yankowski, Michigan State University (MSU) chief of police and executive director of public safety; Ms. Natisha Foster, MSU emergency manager; Capt. Dave Oslund, MSU Department of Police and Public Safety Emergency Management Division; and Ms. Brianna Briggs, MSP/EMHSD assistant division commander.

Pictured from left to right are: Capt. Kevin Sweeney, Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) commander; Chief Mike Yankowski, Michigan State University (MSU) chief of police and executive director of public safety; Ms. Natisha Foster, MSU emergency manager; Capt. Dave Oslund, MSU Department of Police and Public Safety Emergency Management Division; and Ms. Brianna Briggs, MSP/EMHSD assistant division commander.

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MSU Emergency Manager recognized with annual award

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
LANSINGMichigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/ EMHSD) Commander Capt. Kevin Sweeney is pleased to announce Ms.

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EGLE opens public comment for Line 5 draft NPDES permit

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) announced that it has opened public comment for Enbridge Energy’s draft National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit seeking authorization to discharge treated wastewater associated with the construction...
Pictured is Gladwin Summer Fest in 2025.

Pictured is Gladwin Summer Fest in 2025.

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Gladwin Summer Street Fest returns

News Staff
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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.
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, May 27, 2026
About three years ago, I was napping in my “Comfy Chair.” As I woke up, I got out of my sitting position and noticed it took a little more effort than it should. A thought flew into my head, that.Maybe I needed to lose weight, maybe I needed to go on a diet!
BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

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BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
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.
GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

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GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) is preparing for its 2026 summer musical and is inviting the community to audition for Fiddler on the Roof, with performances scheduled at Gladwin High School this July.
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