Bra-La-La Fundraiser slated for October 24

The community embraced the return of the MyMichigan Medical Center Gladwin Bra-La-La event last year by raising more than $25,000 for the Gladwin Breast Health Fund.

E-bike surge sparks safety concerns amid policy changes

LANSINGThe surge in electric bike (e-bike) sales has been nothing short of “obvious,” according to Rick Teranes, the co-owner of Bikes Blades & Boards in Grosse Pointe.“Sales of e-bikes have multiplied in recent years,” Teranes said, highlighting the significant shift in Metro Detroit’s cycling...

BFD to host second annual open house

Billings Township Fire Department is hosting their second annual Open House on October 6, from 12-3 p.m., at 1040 Estey Road, Beaverton.The open house will include on site raffle prizes, popcorn, cider, donuts, and more. EMS will also be at the event, teaching hands only CPR.

SNHU announces Summer 2024 President’s List

It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Summer 2024 President’s List.

Versiti blood drive scheduled for Oct. 3

There will be a Versiti blood drive on Thursday, October 3 from 12-6:15 p.m. at the Gladwin Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 2336 M-61. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome.Make an appointment by calling 866-642-5663. Call Jim Roller at 989-450-1367 for a ride.

Gladwin Homecoming Parade slated for Oct. 4

The Gladwin Community School’s Homecoming Parade will go through Gladwin at 4 p.m. on Friday, October 4.The parade will start at the Gladwin High School, go to N. Bowery Ave., head down W. 1st St., go down N. Antler St., then Cedar Ave., and turn back down N. Bowery Ave., ending on W. 1st St.

Gospel music/dinner slated for October 13

There will be a free Gospel Music/Dinner event on Sunday, October 13 at the Wagarville Community Christian Church, 2478 Wagarville Road, Gladwin.The chicken dinner will be at 3 p.m. and the concert, featuring Key of Mercy, with Frank Hutchinson, will be at 4:30 p.m.

Annual Al Crawford bowling fundraiser

The annual Al Crawford bowling fundraiser is slated for October 27. Registration will be at 1 p.m. and bowling will begin at 2 p.m. Teams will consist of two people.To sign up call Meadow Lanes at 989-426-7671.

Domestic Violence Awareness Rally

Shelterhouse will be hosting a Domestic Violence Awareness Rally at Gladwin City Park, 240 City Park St., on Saturday, October 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brick Pavilion.

Animal hide

If a piece of furniture is described as having paw or claw feet, it usually means they were carved or molded. For some pieces, like this table, furniture “legs” and “feet” can be taken literally.