Know before you buy at fairs, festivals, farmers markets or online

LANSINGIt’s farmers market, fair, and festival season in Michigan, and that means a lot of food entrepreneurs are out selling their goods, from ready-to-eat meals and fresh baked goods to specialty processed foods like hot sauces, salsas, jams, pickles, and more.

Northwood University applauds creation of Olympic Esports Games

MIDLANDNorthwood Esports is closely following the development of the inaugural Olympic Esports Games, which were announced this week by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).“This is a groundbreaking moment for the esports community,” stated Northwood Esports Coach Jacob Jacob.

Food Distribution at Christ the King Aug. 17

GLADWINThere was another successful Gladwin/ Beaverton Community Food Distribution (GBCFD) in the parking lot of Christ the King Lutheran Church on Saturday, July 20, 2024. Over 21,000 pounds of food from the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan was passed out to 244 households, serving 601 individuals.

Ryan Hooper

Ryan Hooper was in the fifth grade in Beaverton when he got what he thought was bad news.“My dad was an engineer and science was a big part of my life growing up,” said Hooper. “I was interested in dinosaurs and mechanical things and all of that.

Lewis named champion of “100 Men and More” Campaign

Shelterhouse of Midland and Gladwin counties is proud to announce that Brandon Lewis, a long-time Midland resident and realtor with Ayre/Rhinehart Realtors, will serve as this year’s Champion of their annual 100 Men and More campaign.

FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY

On Monday, August 5, Boy Scout Troop 779 will be holding a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Gladwin City Park Pavillion at 6:30 p.m. You can even bring your personal flags that are ready for retirement.

EASTERN STARS PRESENT BIKES

Harrison Chapter #408 Order of the Eastern Stars presented bikes to the Gladwin County District Library summer programs on July 29. Pictured in back, left to right: Mary Marcum, Carol Foster, and Donna Alessandri. Not pictured is Marilyn Walker.

Information on the Gladwin Community Schools Operating Millage proposal

GLADWINGladwin Community Schools has an Operating Millage proposal in the upcoming August 6 election. Operational Millages provide the current $9,608 per pupil funding for school yearly budgets, 25 percent of which is from an 18-mill tax on second homes and businesses.

Are you interested in a career in childcare?

GLADWIN COUNTYMichigan Works! Region 7B is excited to announce a two-day childcare training event that will help you get started in this rewarding field!

Pearl the whale gets a new home at the Midland Mall

GLADWINPearl the whale, got her new home in the Midland Mall, hanging over the new toddler play area.The Gladwin High School Art Program donated Pearl to the VBS program. However, the VBS program no longer needed Pearl.