View from the comfy chair

I woke up from my nap in my “Comfy Chair” because my throw blanket was too hot! It was great yesterday, 32 degrees in the morning, but today, 70 degrees midafternoon, I was sweating. This is just one of the many things I call life’s little frustrations!

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings slated

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.

GHS Theater to present The Masked Singer

GLADWINThe Gladwin High School (GHS) Theater program is bringing a fresh and engaging experience to the stage this year with an interactive dinner theatre production of The Masked Singer.

Ice cream makers scooping up new flavors for the summer

LANSINGIce cream makers across Michigan are preparing for summer, introducing new flavors as they head into one of their busiest times of year.At the MSU Dairy Store in East Lansing, new flavors are already making their debut ahead of the summer rush.

City of Beaverton to celebrate Memorial Day

BEAVERTONPlans are now in place for the 2026 Memorial Day commemoration on Monday, May 25. As usual, there will be a parade in Beaverton. Lineup is at 1:30 p.m. at the municipal parking lot near the Community Center.

Local prayer gathering to join nationwide movement for America’s 250th anniversary

GLADWINAs the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, local residents are being invited to participate in a historic day of prayer that will stretch from smalltown courthouses to the nation’s capital.

Safety and sales guidelines for wild-foraged mushroom season

LANSINGAs the spring wild-foraged mushroom season gets underway, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reminding foragers, retailers and consumers that the Michigan Food Code requires all wildforaged mushrooms to be inspected and found safe by a certified mushroom...

May I Walk With You

As I was reading a meditation by St. Catherin of Siena in the Magnificat prayer aid for April 29, I was struck by the fact that we “are convinced by lively faith that whatever God gives and permits us is for our good and to make us holy.” Holy cow!

MMC recognizes exceptional employees

HARRISONMid Michigan College focuses on delivering knowledge and ability to empower learners and transform communities – including the community formed by the College’s faculty and staff.

BEAVERTON LEO CLUB HOSTS LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND

The Beaverton Leo Club recently hosted special guests from the Leader Dogs for the Blind program located in Rochester Hills, Michigan.