CMDHD is promoting National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week

GLADWIN COUNTYCentral Michigan District Health Department (CMDHD) is promoting National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week during the week of March 18. According to a 2021 State of Michigan press release, around 373,000 Michigan residents identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ).

Beyond the Table during National Nutrition Month

LANSINGIn March, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is joining with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to encourage Michiganders to focus on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and...

PET OF THE WEEK

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

Benefit fundraiser for Shawna Meyers

On Saturday, March 16, at 2 p.m. there will be a silent auction and bowling benefit for Shawna Meyers at the Beaverton Bowl & Lounge, 3325 S. M-18.Shawna is a mother of four children and was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Second Saturday Supper March 9

GLADWINThe Free Second Saturday Supper will be held Saturday, March 9 at the New Beginnings Methodist Church, located at 309 S.M-18, Gladwin, across from Loose Motor Sales. Look for the three large crosses at the entrance. This will be a takeout only meal.

Name the cabins contest ongoing

GLADWINThe City of Gladwin has asked for the community’s help in naming four cabins in the Gladwin City Park. Call Gladwin City Hall at 989-426-9231 and give your name, phone number, and cabin name suggestions.Suggestions need to be given to City Hall by April 1.

Charitable gaming area training slated

SAGINAWThere will be a Michigan Lottery Charitable Gaming Area Training event on Wednesday, March 13 at the Knights of Columbus 4232, 4840 Shattuck Rd. in Saginaw.The event begins at 11 a.m. with bingo, then Charity Game Tickets, a light lunch, and finally raffles at 1:30 p.m.

Tractor Supply opens new store in Gladwin

Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the United States, announced it will celebrate its Grand Opening in Gladwin from Thursday, March 7, through Sunday, March 10. Throughout the weekend, customers can enjoy hot deals storewide, daily giveaways and more.

Council On Aging Monthly Caregiver Support Group

GLADWIN COUNTYCouncil On Aging Monthly Caregiver Support Group meetings will be held the third Wednesday of every month, 1:30 p.m., at the Antler Arms High Rise Building.

Chefs for Shelterhouse is coming back

GLADWIN COUNTYShelterhouse of Midland and Gladwin Counties is thrilled to be bringing their annual strolling dinner fundraiser, Chefs for Shelterhouse, back to the Midland community after a five-year hiatus.