SCOUTS COLLECT RETURNABLES

On Saturday, May 30, a few Scouts from Troop 779 will be in Family Fare parking lot with a truck and trailer for a returnables collection spot to help four prospective Eagle Scouts earn the money they need to complete their service projects this year.

Big Boys Club seeks new members

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Big Boys Club of Gladwin County is looking for new members.They are a non-profit (501c3) group of men and women that raise funds to assist residents and organizations within the county.Meetings are held at the Secord Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 4121 on Tuesdays at 4 p.m.

May I Walk With You

It seems part of Christian faith that all men and women, sooner or later must make a choice to follow Jesus or not to follow Jesus, to do our best to conform to his teaching the best we can or simply ignore it. Some of us may even go to extremes to fight against any kind of belief in Jesus.

Gladwin County District Library events in June

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!

Mid Phi Theta Kappa Chapter inducts students

HARRISONMore than 80 students were recently inducted as new members of Mid Michigan College’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honors Society Chapter.During the ceremony, inductees heard from their Chapter’s President and Officers, Mid’s president, Tim Hood, and guest speaker Dr.

Enjoy free Kirtland’s warbler outings, spring birding fun

LANSINGWant to learn more about one of North America’s rarest songbirds? Take advantage of two free tours featuring the Kirtland’s warbler and its jack pine habitat.The outings, set for 7-10 a.m.

Artists invited to annual picnic

GLADWIN COUNTYAll artists in the Gladwin County area are invited to the annual open meeting of Gladwin Area Artists. This social gathering is a potluck picnic and short meeting designed to inform what the group is all about and what members have planned for 2026.

Food distribution at Christ the King

GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will be hosting it’s next distribution on June 20, 2026 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin.Address verification will be required for all food recipients. The handing out of food, will begin about 10 a.m.

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

GLADWIN COUNTYAll U.S. military and veterans are invited to Cup of Joe, a free gathering where veterans can enjoy coffee, treats, share stories, learn about resources, and connect with fellow vets.It will take place on the first Tuesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Sons of the American Legion to meet

GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron.Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6 p.m.