Life in Gladwin

FED Design/Builders celebrates ribbon cutting in Grayling

FED Design/Builders celebrates ribbon cutting in Grayling

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FED Design/Builders celebrates ribbon cutting in Grayling

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
GRAYLINGFED Design/Builders joined Stoops Freightliner-Western Star, project partners and community members on Aug. 20 to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the new Stoops Freightliner-Western Star facility at 4844 Industrial Drive in Grayling, Michigan.The new facility expands access to semi-truck...
Gladwin Flour Mill and dam on the Cedar River. FROM A MONOCHROME PHOTO OF AN ORIGINAL IMAGE TAKEN BY JOHN RHODE CIRCA 1990

Gladwin Flour Mill and dam on the Cedar River. FROM A MONOCHROME PHOTO OF AN ORIGINAL IMAGE TAKEN BY JOHN RHODE CIRCA 1990

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A LOOK BACK IN TIME | GLADWIN COUNTY DAMS

Bob Frei
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Historical photos this week are views that most have never seen in person, unless they were fifth grade boys whose mom’s thought they were just out riding their bikes around town.(Trust me, I was in fifth grade once too.) The Gladwin dam pictured belonged to the Shultz Mill located on the Cedar...
WCMU to host Super Why’s Comic Book Adventures screening

WCMU to host Super Why’s Comic Book Adventures screening

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WCMU to host Super Why’s Comic Book Adventures screening

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
MT. PLEASANTWCMU Public Media is inviting families to celebrate the power of stories with a free PBS KIDS screening event featuring Super Why’s Comic Book Adventures.The event will take place on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Celebration Cinema in Mount Pleasant.
Sons of the American Legion meetings slated

Sons of the American Legion meetings slated

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Sons of the American Legion meetings slated

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
GLADWINAmerican Legion Post 171 is announcing the formation of the Sons of the American Legion (SAL) Squadron.Any adult whose father or grandfather served in the U.S. military is eligible to join.Meetings will take place at the American Legion Post located at 128 N. Silverleaf St. in Gladwin, 6...
Holding their snack appreciation bags are Gladwin Intermediate School Secretary, Jen Slabic; GIS Principal, Bryan Randle; and GIS Librarian and Special Education Secretary, Ciara Robinette.

Holding their snack appreciation bags are Gladwin Intermediate School Secretary, Jen Slabic; GIS Principal, Bryan Randle; and GIS Librarian and Special Education Secretary, Ciara Robinette.

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MARSP to meet Sept. 28

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYThe Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) – Gladwin County Chapter will meet on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at the Gladwin Church of Christ in its fellowship hall, 425 E. Grout Street, Gladwin, located behind the Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home.On Sept. 28, at 10:15 a.m....
COMMUNITY SUPPER

COMMUNITY SUPPER

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COMMUNITY SUPPER

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Eagle Ridge Church of God, located at 3987 S. M-18 in Beaverton, will have Community Supper every second Monday of the month from 5:30-7 p.m. This free catered meal will have live music. Everyone is invited, no RSVP needed, so bring a friend. No takeout is available.
Understanding Grief classes

Understanding Grief classes

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Understanding Grief classes

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYUnderstanding Grief classes are open to all individuals who have experienced any kind of loss.They provide a safe, supportive, educational and healthy grieving space centered on difficult emotions and coping skills.This six-week program is held on the following Tuesdays from 6-7:30...
EASTERN STARS PRESENT BIKES

EASTERN STARS PRESENT BIKES

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EASTERN STARS PRESENT BIKES

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Harrison Chapter #408 Order of the Eastern Stars presented bikes to the Gladwin County District Library summer programs.
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, September 2, 2026
Iwas napping in my “Comfy Chair,” and I noticed an off taste in my mouth. That can mean only one thing: I forgot to brush my teeth after lunch. I looked at the clock, which still seems to control my life, and I realized that I needed to get going to town and pick up something for dinner!
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