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American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings to start

American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings to start

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American Legion Cup of Joe free gatherings to start

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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...
Free family movie night to feature The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

Free family movie night to feature The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Free family movie night to feature The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
GLADWINEmmanuel Baptist Church will host a free movie, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, on Friday, Dec.12 at 7 p.m., and is located at 3089 Pratt Lake Road in Gladwin.Bring the whole family and kick off the Christmas season with a heartwarming (and hilarious!) holiday classic!
Salvation Army ringing bells in December

Salvation Army ringing bells in December

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Salvation Army ringing bells in December

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
GLADWINThe Gladwin Kiwanis Club and friends will be ringing bells for Salvation Army again this year at these four locations: Family Fare, Ace Hardware, Save-A-Lot and the Gladwin Post Office.Bell ringing will take place Dec. 12-13, beginning at 9 a.m.If you would like to help ring, please contact...
GCR HALLOWEEN CONTEST WINNER

GCR HALLOWEEN CONTEST WINNER

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GCR HALLOWEEN CONTEST WINNER

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Journee French, a 3-years-old of Gladwin, was the winner of the Gladwin County Record and Beaverton Clarion’s Halloween coloring contest. Thank you to all the kids that submitted colored pages, we enjoy seeing all of them.

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$1.3 million awarded to forestry assistance

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today announced over $1.3 million in funding for 18 conservation districts as part of the Forestry Assistance Program.“Michigan’s world-class forests are an economic driver for rural communities, serving as the setting for...
Including the 50 graduates of the 149th Trooper Recruit School, there are approximately 1,145 troopers assigned statewide, and a total of 1,835 enlisted members in the MSP.

Including the 50 graduates of the 149th Trooper Recruit School, there are approximately 1,145 troopers assigned statewide, and a total of 1,835 enlisted members in the MSP.

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50 troopers graduate, prepare to serve Michigan

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
LANSINGMichigan communities will soon benefit from the addition of 50 state troopers who graduated this afternoon from the 149th Trooper Recruit School.During the ceremony in Lansing, Col. James F.Grady II, director of the Michigan State Police (MSP) administered the Oath of Office to the graduates...
Wandering with the Birds

Wandering with the Birds

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Wandering with the Birds

Daryl Bernard Dfbernard1963@gmail.com
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
In this time of giving thanks, I am so thankful this year for the opportunity to live in Gladwin County, with its many forests, lakes, rivers, and fields, and all the wildlife in those areas. One big bird I’m always excited to see and thankful for is the Wild Turkey.
GAFT membership meeting held

GAFT membership meeting held

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GAFT membership meeting held

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
GLADWINGladwin Area Friends of the Theatre’s annual membership meeting was held Nov. 10 at its theatre building, with a pot luck, regular monthly meeting items, election of officers, and new members joining.
John Alden Chapter Good Citizens pictured in back row, left to right are: Audrey Schmidt, Angelina Chen, Payten Coggins, Carrie Cutshall and Jazlyn Steins. Pictured in front row, left to right: Jocelyn Balliet, Brielle Coffey, Miraya Hunter and Hope Van Tiem.

John Alden Chapter Good Citizens pictured in back row, left to right are: Audrey Schmidt, Angelina Chen, Payten Coggins, Carrie Cutshall and Jazlyn Steins. Pictured in front row, left to right: Jocelyn Balliet, Brielle Coffey, Miraya Hunter and Hope Van Tiem.

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DAR recognizes Gladwin County seniors

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
MIDLANDThe John Alden Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution recently honored 10 high school seniors as Good Citizens for 2025.Two were from Gladwin County. A recognition ceremony was held at St.John’s Episcopal Church where each student was awarded a special DAR pin and certificate.
MMC celebrates ribbon cutting for renovated Morey Technical Education Center in Mt. Pleasant

MMC celebrates ribbon cutting for renovated Morey Technical Education Center in Mt. Pleasant

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MMC celebrates ribbon cutting for renovated Morey Technical Education Center in Mt. Pleasant

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025
MT. PLEASANTMid Michigan College (MMC), in partnership with the Mid Michigan Manufacturers Association (M3A), proudly celebrated a major milestone on Tuesday, Nov. 18, hosting a ribboncutting ceremony for the newly renovated Morey Technical Education Center on the Mt. Pleasant Campus.
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