Life in Gladwin

Introducing BeBot, the roving robot behind cleaner state park beaches

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Introducing BeBot, the roving robot behind cleaner state park beaches

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

LANSINGCigarette butts, discarded food wrappers, pieces of plastic – all items we wish to avoid when we’re at the beach and have our toes in the sand.Thanks to new technology – a beach-cleaning robot known as BeBot, developed by Niteko Robotics – we’ll be seeing less trash at our beloved inland...

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CoA Monthly Caregiver Support meetings

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

GLADWIN COUNTY ouncil On Aging (COA) Monthly Caregiver SupportCGroup meetings will be held the third Wednesday of every month, 1:30 p.m., at the Antler Arms High Rise Building.The 2024 Schedule is:■ July 18■ August 21■ September 18■ October 16■ November 20■ December 18 This confidential support...

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Ilove nestling into my “Comfy Chair” after a stick-to-your-ribs breakfast consisting of an omelet, toast, and hot coffee. I began to succumb to the warm glow of satiation and comfort.

Mid-Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair July 18

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Mid-Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair July 18

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

HARRISONOn Thursday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Larson Elementary School, located at 455 W. Spruce Street in Harrison, along with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) and the Clare County Veterans Services office will hold the second annual Mid-Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair.There...

Comedy night to benefit D.A.R.E.

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Comedy night to benefit D.A.R.E.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

GLADWINThe Wiggins Lake Property Owners AssociationTis partnering with Motown Mark Dabiero and Gladwin County Sheriff Michael Shea to benefit the Gladwin County D.A.R.E. Program.

Annual ORV Fun Fest registration available

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Annual ORV Fun Fest registration available

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

GLADWINThe 11th annual Gladwin County Orv Fun Fest is slated for August 17, 2024 at the Gladwin Fairgrounds. The event will include a 70 plus mile ride, food, and prizes. The ride will begin with a parade through Gladwin before heading to the trails.

GAFT to present Oklahoma! July 18-20

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GAFT to present Oklahoma! July 18-20

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

GLADWINThe Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) proudly presents Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical, Oklahoma!

Prevent your pet from becoming a statistic

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Prevent your pet from becoming a statistic

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My dog “Shakes” is a “bolter” -- he will bolt out the door and straight into the street if I’m not careful. I worry constantly about him getting lost in the woods nearby. If that happens, what should I do?

Industrial signs

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Industrial signs

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Antique advertising and store signs are popular collectibles and decorations. Sometimes, the makers are as interesting as the subjects. This butcher’s sign, made of painted cast iron, sold for $1,188 at an auction by Cowan’s (Hindman).

Bisphosphonates cause esophageal disorders to worsen

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Bisphosphonates cause esophageal disorders to worsen

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 68-year-old female with osteopenia. My doctor wants me to take a bone medication such as Boniva or Fosamax. I’ve read that folks with esophageal issues may be harmed by taking these.

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