The best gift you can give your pet

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I read about a person who did not vaccinate their house cats, and after one of them got out, lost all of them to feline leukemia. I can relate to this person. I only have one cat, and I thought, for a while, that I could get away without vaccinating her.

Introducing a new pet to your cat

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I recently adopted a year-old puppy. “Max” is a friendly, well-socialized dog, and during the trial stay a month ago, my 10-year-old cat, “Nora,” seemed to tolerate him. Well, on the second day that Max was home, he started barking excitedly.

Christmas Kindness Kudos

What a week for Christmas Kindness. As we headed into our last couple weeks before Distribution Day on Saturday, Dec. 21, we were more than excited to see many of our fellow “Gladwinites” make their way to our office bringing monetary donations, as well as donations focusing on warmth and joy.

Gladwin Area Community Band concert promises holiday spirit

The Gladwin Area Community Band welcomes folks of all ages to its 2024 Christmas concert, “Christmas with a Twist,” at 3 p.m. on Dec. 15.From the stately “Adeste Fideles March” to the timeless magic of “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,” there’s something for everyone.

PET OF THE WEEK

To adopt this pet or any others please visit the Gladwin County Animal Shelter or call 426-4579

MVAA DIRECTOR LOVE SPREADS HOLIDAY CHEER

On Thursday, Nov. 21, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) Director Brian L. Love, and Volunteer Coordinator Maxine, went to the Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township to donate gifts from the Veterans Giving Tree.

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GHS CLASSROOM

This photo comes from the Ken Kerswill collection of the Gladwin County Historical Society. We have determined that it was taken in a classroom located in Gladwin’s high school – specifically the building that opened in 1906 and was demolished in 1967.

Doc Doc Goose December 15

BEAVERTONBeaverton Drama Department will present Doc Doc Goose, by Patrick Rainville Dorn, on Sunday, December 15, 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. at the Beaverton Activity Center.Cost is $7 per adult, $3 for all students, veterans, and young children.

Free Second Saturday Supper December 14

GLADWINThe free Second Saturday Supper will be held Saturday, December 14, at the New Beginnings Methodist Church located at 309 S. M-18, Gladwin, across from Loose Motor Sales (the old Ford Dealership). Look for the three large crosses at the entrance.This will be a takeout only meal.

Caroling schedule in December

GLADWINGladwin Church of the Nazarene makes a point to-give back to the community especially during the Advent season. Feel free to come join us as we go caroling this year.Caroling Schedule■ Wednesday, Dec. 11, TBA■ Sunday, Dec. 15, 5-5:30 p.m., The Horizons ■ Wednesday, Dec. 18, 11 a.m.