DEAR PAW’S CORNER:

My 1-year-old puppy, “Duke,” is super-active and loves the snow. Just walking him around the block isn’t enough to dispel his energy, so I’d like to take him on a hike each week. Do you think he’s ready for it at this age?

HERITAGE TAX & ACCOUNTING OPEN FOR BUSINESS

Heritage Tax & Accounting is officially open for business and accepting new clients after a ribbon cutting ceremony was held Friday morning at the office at 440 W. Cedar Ave.

A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN MASONIC TEMPLE

Gladwin Masonic Temple began life as one of Gladwin’s first church buildings. It was dedicated by the Presbyterians on Dec. 16, 1888. At that time it faced south toward Maple Street, with a tall steeple over the front entrance.

MCDONALD HONORED

Congratulations to Michele McDonald on being honored as the Fran Herrington Woman of the Year by the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA).

Abigail Spencer in “Timeless”.

Q: Who plays the woman who ended her engagement to the sheriff on the new show “Best Medicine”? Was she on “Schitt’s Creek”? -- D.D.A: Abigail Spencer plays Louisa Gavin on the new Fox series “Best Medicine,” which is based on the long-running British comedy “Doc Martin.

The Gladwin Pilots Association presents Red Tails – Blue Water: The Tuskegee Airmen Project

GLADWINRed Tails – Blue Water: The Tuskegee Airmen Project presented by the Gladwin Pilots Association will take place on Feb. 3, 2026, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Gladwin High School Cafetorium.

Wandering with the Birds

Brrrr! It’s cold out there!Winter weather like this calls for heavy boots, mittens and gloves, several layers, and a well-insulated hat. Or maybe it’s a good day to stay inside with a hot cup of coffee and a hot fire indoors. That works well for us, but what about the birds?

Entries sought for annual quilt show

STANDISHEntries are being sought for the Northeast Michigan Arts Council’s 33rd Annual Quilt Show slated for Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 2026.There is no entry fee, nor are exhibitors required to have made their quilts. A quilt could have been received as a gift or a family heirloom.

Wood named to Dean’s List

ALPENAAlpena Community College student, Justin Wood, of Beaverton, has been named to the 2025 Fall Semester Dean’s List.The Dean’s List recognizes students of great distinction who have earned perfect 4.

View from the comfy chair

My focus this week is on ice – not the political kind, but a public service view on the risks of falling. This winter has been unusually icy, with days of ice at a time. We’ve faced ice patches on roads, grass, and walkways, as well as sheet ice – smooth enough to skate on.The U.S.