Life in Gladwin

Pictured in back row, left to right: Paul Muma, Ella Finkbeiner, Lulu Contreras, Dillon Lieu, Ember Piper, Kennedy Antes, and Avery Graybill; middle row: Marleigh Grenon, Griffin Ferris, Noelle Melchi, Liam Terrien, Kamryn Lawrason, Georgia Grenon, Isabelle Hurt, Lola Stout, and Parker Sischo; front row: Evelyn Terrien, Annabella Wolverton, Gideon Wolverton, Katherine Carman, Lylah Schaudt, and Sam Marcotte.

Pictured in back row, left to right: Paul Muma, Ella Finkbeiner, Lulu Contreras, Dillon Lieu, Ember Piper, Kennedy Antes, and Avery Graybill; middle row: Marleigh Grenon, Griffin Ferris, Noelle Melchi, Liam Terrien, Kamryn Lawrason, Georgia Grenon, Isabelle Hurt, Lola Stout, and Parker Sischo; front row: Evelyn Terrien, Annabella Wolverton, Gideon Wolverton, Katherine Carman, Lylah Schaudt, and Sam Marcotte.

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GAFTY’s Dorothy Goes To Wonderland to open

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINWhile we all know “There’s no place like home,” for Dorothy in GAFTY’s (Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre Youth) upcoming performance of Dorothy Goes To Wonderland, maybe falling down the rabbit hole won’t be so bad for her.

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Food distribution at Christ The King Nov. 15

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINThe GBCFD will be hosting it’s next distribution on Nov. 15 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 S. M-18, Gladwin. There will not be a distribution in December.Address verification will be required for all food recipients. The handing out of food, will begin about 10 a.m.
A Digital Media student interacts with visitors in the new lab, demonstrating industry-standard software and equipment while explaining how the program helps build technical skills.

A Digital Media student interacts with visitors in the new lab, demonstrating industry-standard software and equipment while explaining how the program helps build technical skills.

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Magnus Center expansion open house draws strong community turnout

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
CLAREThe Clare Gladwin Career & Technical Education (CTE) program hosted a successful community Open House on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6-8 p.m., welcoming guests to explore the brand new expansion of the Magnus Center.

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Beaverton Lions Club to continue Adopt a Family

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINAs the holiday season approaches, remember the Beaverton Lions Club in your year-end and long term planned giving.The Lions Club has a long tradition of providing Christmas assistance for those in need.
Open Gym at Emmanuel Baptist

Open Gym at Emmanuel Baptist

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Open Gym at Emmanuel Baptist

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINWednesdays this fall kids from grades 6-12 are invited to participate in a night of fun at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Gladwin.Located at 3089 Pratt Lake Road, Emmanuel will be holding an open gym from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every other Wednesday. Upcoming dates are, Dec. 3, and Dec. 17.
Grief support at Our Savior Lutheran

Grief support at Our Savior Lutheran

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Grief support at Our Savior Lutheran

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINAgrief support group will take place at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 331 Clendening Road in Gladwin, Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. For more information call 989-4269689 or go to griefshare.org.
Gladwin Area Community Band begins Christmas concert rehearsals

Gladwin Area Community Band begins Christmas concert rehearsals

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Gladwin Area Community Band begins Christmas concert rehearsals

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin Area Community Band (GACB) invites interested musicians to join in as it prepares for and performs its 2025 Christmas concert. This will be the band’s third Christmas concert and its sixth concert overall since it began in 2022.
94TH BIRTHDAY

94TH BIRTHDAY

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94TH BIRTHDAY

News Staff
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Happy 94th birthday to Betty Hall of Gladwin. She was born Nov. 12, 1931 in Lepanto, Arkansas. God has blessed us with a wonderful loving mother and we are so thankful to celebrate with her today. With love, Linda, Vicki, RuthAnn, Tony, Kim and Janelle.
Lisa Gigliotti presents the keynote address on, “The Courage to Honor the End of Life”, at the Focus on Life Event.

Lisa Gigliotti presents the keynote address on, “The Courage to Honor the End of Life”, at the Focus on Life Event.

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Focus on Life Fundraiser held

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Wednesday, November 12, 2025
GLADWIN COUNTYOn Oct. 23, 2025, 76 pro-life guests attended a Focus on Life Fundraiser sponsored by Right to Life of Gladwin County (RTLGC) which raised a net income of $4,158.34. Ticket sales, donations, and memberships raised $1,982. The silent auction raised $2,798. Expenses were $621.66.
View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Hair! We all have hair, but in some it varies in quantity and location.When I was a youngster many moons ago, I sported sandy blonde hair. I liked how it looked, how it felt on a breezy day, and I often received compliments on it. Little did I know that one day that would all change.
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