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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN RAILROAD HISTORY

Bob Frei
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
People visiting Gladwin in the past 50 years could be forgiven if they never thought about our fair community having a rail connection to the rest of the world.
Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

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Veterans Benefits Fair slated July 16

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
CLARE COUNTYThe Mid Michigan Veterans Benefits Fair will take place on July, 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the CTE John C. Magnus Center located at 3200 S. Clare Ave. in Harrison.
Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

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Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
GLADWINThe Knights of Columbus of Gladwin will present a Fish and Shrimp Dinner Fundraiser to help raise funds for the Backpack Buddies Weekend Food Program on Friday, July 10, 4-7 p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 751 M-18 in Gladwin.
A tour of a real ambulance gives Health Occupations campers a closer look at emergency medical services.

A tour of a real ambulance gives Health Occupations campers a closer look at emergency medical services.

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Interests discovered at CTE NextGen Summer Camp

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
CLAREThis year’s CTE NextGen Summer Camp welcomed 162 students from local school districts for three days of hands-on activities and fun. The camp featured a new format, expanding opportunities to students entering grades 3-6 while continuing to offer sessions for students entering grades 7-10.
A colony of bats roosts in a confined space, highlighting the importance of summer roost sites for resting, raising young and sheltering throughout the season. PHOTO PROVIDED BY JOY AND RICHARD KUYT

A colony of bats roosts in a confined space, highlighting the importance of summer roost sites for resting, raising young and sheltering throughout the season. PHOTO PROVIDED BY JOY AND RICHARD KUYT

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Bat roost monitoring effort returns for second summer

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
LANSINGFrom tree cavities and trunks to bridges and barns, bats are settling into a variety of summer roosts across Michigan.

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Free family Fun Day scheduled July 3

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
GLADWINThe Springs Ministries will have a Family Fun Day free outdoor event on July 3, 3-10 p.m., at the Springs Camp located at 1950 N. M-30 in Gladwin. The event will feature food, music and lots of activities.For more information call 989-426-7604.

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Pancake breakfast slated for July 4

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
BEAVERTONThe Beaverton First Presbyterian Church will have a pancake breakfast on July 4 from 8-10:30 a.m. The church is located at 201 Ross Street across from Huntington Bank.For more information or take out orders call 989-435-7086.
An early Fiddler On The Roof rehearsal. Pictured left to right are: Steve Levine (Tevye), Mady Crawford (Tzeitel), Monika Pfannes (Golde), Garry Farley (Fyedka), and Marnie Stearns (Chava).

An early Fiddler On The Roof rehearsal. Pictured left to right are: Steve Levine (Tevye), Mady Crawford (Tzeitel), Monika Pfannes (Golde), Garry Farley (Fyedka), and Marnie Stearns (Chava).

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GAFT’s Fiddler On The Roof starts July 16

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre’s (GAFT) annual summer musical will be Fiddler On The Roof, with shows Thursday, July 16; Friday, July 17; and Saturday, July 18, all at 7 p.m. at the Gladwin High School, with a final matinee performance Sunday, July 19 at 1 p.m.
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