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Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) breaks a tackle by Minnesota safety Theo Jackson (25) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Minneapolis. The Lions won 30-24. AP PHOTO/ABBIE PARR

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) breaks a tackle by Minnesota safety Theo Jackson (25) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023, in Minneapolis. The Lions won 30-24. AP PHOTO/ABBIE PARR

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Lions hang on to beat Vikings 30-24 and clinch first division title since 1993

Dave Campbell
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Dan Campbell towered over the podium in a black T-shirt commemorating Detroit’s first division title in 30 years, reveling in the moment as the bass from the locker room next door pulsated through the walls.
Beaverton’s Myah Hubble checks out the defense before making her move during the Beavers loss to visiting Standish Wednesday night.

Beaverton’s Myah Hubble checks out the defense before making her move during the Beavers loss to visiting Standish Wednesday night.

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Beaverton girls’ hoop team learns the hard way in loss to Standish

Scott Salowich
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
BEAVERTON That old cliché that goes, “no pain, no gain,” was one way to sum up the Beaverton girls’ basketball team’s 50-46 loss to visiting Standish last Wednesday night.
Jayden Mieske sets up for the shot.

Jayden Mieske sets up for the shot.

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Gladwin boys give John Glenn a battle in narrow defeat

Scott Salowich
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
GLADWIN Atough opponent brought out a big effort from the Gladwin boys’ basketball team Wednesday night, but the Flying G’s came up just short in a 61-57 loss to visiting Bay City John Glenn. “It was a battle,” said Gladwin coach Mike Verellen.

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Co-Ed Volleyball back for 16th season

News Staff
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
BEAVERTON The 16th season of Co-Ed Volleyball at the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 540 Lang Rd., begins on Thursday, January 4. The games will start at 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.
Gladwin Coach Nic Taratuta instructing the team on a play.

Gladwin Coach Nic Taratuta instructing the team on a play.

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Gladwin girls’ hoop team shows improvement in two-game split

Scott Salowich
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
GLADWIN In the wake of two losses the previous week, Gladwin girls’ basketball coach Nic Taratuta said better days were on the horizon. Last Monday night, the Flying G’s backed up his words with a 39-36 victory at Midland Bullock Creek.
Layk Woodruff pushing the Beaverton offense forward.

Layk Woodruff pushing the Beaverton offense forward.

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Beaverton boys’ hoop team splits a pair of games

Scott Salowich
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
BEAVERTON Arough first quarter cost the Beaverton boys’ basketball team a 5949 loss at Standish Thursday night. The rest of the game wasn’t all bad. “The first quarter was our downfall,” said Beavers cohead coach Shad Woodruff.

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Cold-weather tips for adventurers

News Staff
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
LANSING As people venture outside over the holiday break, the DNR reminds everyone to put safety first when enjoying favorite winter activities. “People often get caught up in the excitement of the moment and overlook winter safety,” said Lt.
Dan Robinson was recognized as the 2022 Shikar-Safari’s Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year.

Dan Robinson was recognized as the 2022 Shikar-Safari’s Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year.

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Dan Robinson named Shikar-Safari’s Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year

News Staff
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
LANSING Michigan DNR Conservation Officer Dan Robinson was recognized as the 2022 Shikar Safari Michigan Wildlife Officer of the Year. The award, the highest state honor for conservation officers, is given annually.
Veteran suicides

Veteran suicides

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Veteran suicides

News Staff
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
Operation S.A.V.E. is a Department of Veterans Affairs training program designed to prevent suicide in veterans. While the program is geared for suicide-prevention coordinators, there are points that can be helpful for family and friends of veterans who might be at risk.

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Co-Ed Volleyball back for 16th season

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
BEAVERTON The 16th season of Co-Ed Volleyball at the Beaverton Church of the Nazarene, 540 Lang Rd., begins on Thursday, January 4. The games will start at 6:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m., 8 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.
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