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Free summer classes at MSU Extension

Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Online workshops■ Tai Chi for Better Sleep – Monday and Wednesday, July 6-Aug. 26, 12-1:30 p.m. To register go to https://pears. io/events/msuext/5739/.■ Seated Tai Chi for Better Sleep – Monday and Wednesday, July 6-Aug.26, 2-3:30 p.m. To register go to https://pears.io/events/ msuext/5740/.
Dr. Michelle Allmendinger

Dr. Michelle Allmendinger

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Delta College welcomes Dr. Michelle Allmendinger as its next president

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
UNIVERSITY CENTERAllmendinger’s selection as Delta’s sixth president is the culmination of a national search initiated in December 2025 to identify a replacement for Dr. Mike Gavin. She began the role on June 29.“It is an honor to be the next leader of Delta College,” said Allmendinger.
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, July 8, 2026
As I settled into my “Comfy Chair,” I was a bit frustrated because I could not use one of my dozens of comfy blankies. I have one for almost every holiday and time of year. I don’t have one on a day like today; hot and humid!
Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

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Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
CLARE COUNTYThe Mid Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair will take place on July, 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the CTE John C. Magnus Center located at 3200 S. Clare Ave. in Harrison.
Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

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Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWINThe Knights of Columbus of Gladwin will present a Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser to help raise funds for the Backpack Buddies Weekend Food Program on Friday, July 10, 4-7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 751 M-18 in Gladwin.
COMMUNITY SUPPER

COMMUNITY SUPPER

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COMMUNITY SUPPER

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Wednesday, July 8, 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.
Christ the King Lutheran Church

Christ the King Lutheran Church

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Food distribution slated for July 18

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Wednesday, July 8, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Gladwin/Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) will be hosting it’s next distribution on July 18, 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.
A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

Bob Frei
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
People visiting Gladwin in the past 50 years could be forgiven if they never thought about our fair community having a rail connection to the rest of the world.
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