Life in Gladwin

Pictured in the back row are the Gladwin Area Friends of the Theater (GAFT) Summer Theatre Camp kids, with front row: Kate Smith, Shannon Graham, Landon Farley, Mady Crawford, and Sophia Moore.

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GAFT Summer Theatre Camp performance of Benjamin The Hiding Bunny a success

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

GLADWIN COUNTYGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) recently wrapped up its now-annual summer theatre camp with a performance of Benjamin The Hiding Bunny for parents and others at its theatre on the last morning.Led by director, Kate Smith, and assistant director, Landon Farley, and assisted...

Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Free summer classes at MSU Extension

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Wednesday, June 24, 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/.■...

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Bond named to UA Spring Presidents List

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

TUSCALOOSA, ALSydney Bond, of Beaverton, was named to The University of Alabama (UA) Presidents List for Spring Semester 2026.A total of 14,306 students enrolled during Spring Semester 2026 at The University of Alabama were named to the dean’s list with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the...

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15th annual Vintage Car Show July 11

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Wednesday, June 24, 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.

Wandering with the Birds

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Wandering with the Birds

Daryl Bernard Dfbernard1963@gmail.com

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

ALASKA, PART 3: When you look at a map of Alaska, you’ll see a bump at the top of the state. That bump is Point Barrow, and the town of Barrow (now called Utqiagvik) is located in that bump.

GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

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GAFT summer musical Fiddler on the Roof

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre (GAFT) is preparing for its 2026 summer musical and is inviting the community to audition for Fiddler on the Roof, with performances scheduled at Gladwin High School this July.The production will be directed by Liz Bebeau, with Kate Smith serving as...

SCHULTZ NAMED REGION VI PRESIDENT

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SCHULTZ NAMED REGION VI PRESIDENT

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

The National FFA Organization (formerly Future Farmers of America) has a long history in Gladwin County – and history has once again been made.

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

As I was waking up from my overnight sleep, this time in my “Comfy Chair” with the wide screen local news station’s weather report on, I realized I had fallen asleep during the 11 p.m. newscast. It happens.

ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

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ART FEATURED IN LOBBY

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Wednesday, June 24, 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.

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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Wednesday, June 24, 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., at the American Legion Post...

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