View from the comfy chair

Iwas enjoying an afternoon nap in my” Comfy Chair” when I was woken up by the nuzzling of one of my dogs. He stuck his nose under my arm and lifted repeatedly until I woke up, pet him, and ascertained what he wanted, then got up. I knew what he wanted. “Go for a walk?

Kiwanis Sweetest Day Roses available

GLADWINThe Gladwin Kiwanis Club will continue the tradition of selling roses to coincide with Sweetest Day, a day to recognize the special folks in your life: wives, mothers, sweethearts, secretaries, co-workers, etc. Sweetest Day this year is Saturday, Oct. 18.

The Curious Savage slated for October opening

GLADWINThe cast is set for Gladwin Area Friends of the Theatre’s (GAFT) fall comedy, The Curious Savage by John Patrick. Longtime GAFT director and current president Al Hawley will be directing, with Monica Pfannes assisting.

Corps of Engineers to update community Sept. 24 in Midland

MIDLANDOn Wednesday, Sept.24, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Detroit District will update the community on its flood risk management study of the Tittabawassee River Watershed in Midland County.

Calhoun Campground to host Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-Off

BEAVERTONBeaverton’s Calhoun Campground in is excited to announce its annual Trunk or Treat event, inviting the community to join in the Halloween festivities on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, from 3-5 p.m.

MMC athletes recognized for academic excellence

HARRISONMid Michigan College’s (MMC) student-athletes not only excel on the court and field but also in the classroom.

Focus on Life Benefit slated

GLADWIN COUNTYRight to Life of Gladwin County (RTLGC) will sponsor a Focus on Life Benefit for the pro-life public to attend on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, at the Columbus Hall at 751 S.M-18, in Gladwin. At 6 p.m., doors will open for this educational and fundraising event.

May I Walk With You

Recently, I had the opportunity to loan my daughter my pretty blue truck, because hers would not start. I got the call at 6:30 a.m. I had just got dressed, and my instant reaction was not positive. I was soon out the door and, on my way, to loan her my truck.

Once Upon a Lesson: An Evening Under the Stars Sept. 27

HARRISONMid Michigan College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) will host One Upon a Lesson: An Evening Under the Stars from 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27, in the CSS Courtyard on the Mt.Pleasant Campus.

Community Christian Choir to perform concert

GLADWINThe Community Christian Choir has been rehearsing for several weeks in preparation for their annual Southern Gospel concert. The choir will be at the Wagarville Community Church in Gladwin, on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m.Several songs from the Gaither Homecoming videos will be featured.