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Homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

Homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

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Homeowners may be eligible for safety improvements

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 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.
Louis Thompson made mixed media pieces that often reference American history, like this wall sculpture that incorporates china from Mount Vernon. ALEX COOPER AUCTIONEERS

Louis Thompson made mixed media pieces that often reference American history, like this wall sculpture that incorporates china from Mount Vernon. ALEX COOPER AUCTIONEERS

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American Folk Art

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Sometimes, all we know about an artist from the past comes from their artwork. This is especially true of folk and outsider artists; collectors are often lucky to know their names. Fortunately, artist Louis E.
Free summer classes at MSU Extension

Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Free summer classes at MSU Extension

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 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/.
American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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.
How to help a person who’s experienced a tonic-clonic seizure

How to help a person who’s experienced a tonic-clonic seizure

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How to help a person who’s experienced a tonic-clonic seizure

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
DEAR DR. ROACH:My husband suffered a grand mal seizure about six months ago. He was in the hospital for seven days. When he came out of the seizure, he was very combative and experienced memory loss.
BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

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BEAVERTON COMMUNITY SUPPER

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 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.
ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

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ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Stop by the Gladwin County Record and Beaverton Clarion lobby, located at 700 E. Cedar Ave. in Gladwin, to check out art work by the Gladwin Area Artist Guild. Lobby hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
New parish directory

New parish directory

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New parish directory

Daniel Fachting
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
While remembering quite vividly the last parish directory we received, I noticed that many of our fellow parishioners have died, many have moved away, some no longer attend mass, and a number of new people have joined the parish.

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15th annual Vintage Car Show July 11

News Staff
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
STANDISHThe 15th annual Vintage Car Show at the Depot (formerly Model A’s and Model T’s at the Depot) will take place Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine at the Standish Historical Depot & Welcome Center in Standish.
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