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Gladwin’s Elizabeth Huisjen goes up and over on her way to a victory in the 100 hurdles during last Wednesday’s meet.

Gladwin’s Elizabeth Huisjen goes up and over on her way to a victory in the 100 hurdles during last Wednesday’s meet.

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New season, new record for Gladwin girls’ track

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINMany of the top athletes from Gladwin’s recordbreaking 2025 girls’ track team have graduated, but at least one of its top returners is ready for more.
Hunter Simpson is one of five seniors returning to the lineup Friday when the Gladwin golf team tees off a new season at Tawas.

Hunter Simpson is one of five seniors returning to the lineup Friday when the Gladwin golf team tees off a new season at Tawas.

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Veteran GHS golf team ready to tee off

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINPracticing between the raindrops has been an issue heading into the season for the Gladwin golf team.Experience has not. “The wet conditions have tried to slow us down,” said Flying G’s coach Nic Taratuta.
Gladwin ran away with wins in all four relays Friday at the Dust the Rust middle school track meet at Beaverton.

Gladwin ran away with wins in all four relays Friday at the Dust the Rust middle school track meet at Beaverton.

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Middle school track teams take off

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
BEAVERTONBeaverton hosted Gladwin and Coleman Friday afternoon for the Dust the Rust middle school track meet to open the season.In the boys’ meet, Gladwin’s throwers had a big day with Michael Brasseur first in the shot put with a 44’9.5” effort. Liam Pohlman was second at 43’4.
Golf leagues starting; Sam’s Scramble slated

Golf leagues starting; Sam’s Scramble slated

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Golf leagues starting; Sam’s Scramble slated

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINGolf Leagues at Gladwin Heights Golf Course are starting up. Check out the following meetings and events. Call the course at 989-426-9941 or Sam Wilson at 989-701-5564 for more information.■ Wednesday Morning Golf League meeting, April 29, 9 a.m.
Boater safety class

Boater safety class

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Boater safety class

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWIN COUNTYAfree boater safety class, sponsored by the Michigan DNR and the Gladwin County Sheriff’s Department, will take place April 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Hay Township Hall located at 1220 E. Highwood Road in Beaverton.A Michigan Boater Safety Certificate will be issued upon passing.
Gladwin’s Colton Pfenninger hurdles his way to a victory during the first outdoor meet of the season last Wednesday.

Gladwin’s Colton Pfenninger hurdles his way to a victory during the first outdoor meet of the season last Wednesday.

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Gladwin boys run fifth at invitational

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
FOWLERVILLEWinning two gold medals, two silvers and a bronze helped the Gladwin boys’ track team place fifth with 47 points Friday at the Fowlerville Early Season Open.Williamston topped the field of 16 teams with 141.5, followed by Lansing Waverly with 76.
Gladwin’s Elizabeth Mickler takes a cut during Thursday’s season-opening doubleheader against visiting Hemlock.

Gladwin’s Elizabeth Mickler takes a cut during Thursday’s season-opening doubleheader against visiting Hemlock.

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Gladwin softball swept for openers

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINThe scoreboard may not agree, but Thursday was a pretty nice day for the Gladwin softball team’s opener.The Flying G’s lost both ends of a doubleheader to visiting Hemlock.
Beaverton’s Landon Love racks up one of his 12 strikeouts in a shutout victory over visiting Oscoda Friday afternoon.

Beaverton’s Landon Love racks up one of his 12 strikeouts in a shutout victory over visiting Oscoda Friday afternoon.

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Beaverton baseball off to 4-0 start

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
BEAVERTONWhen you only give up one run in the first four games of the season, you’re off to a good start.The Beaverton baseball team followed that script last week and emerged with a spotless record of 4-0.On Wednesday, the Beavers swept a doubleheader with Lake City, winning both games 15-0.
Gladwin’s Hallee LaBrosse draws a bead on the bouncing ball while surrounded by Bullock Creek defenders during Thursday’s victory.

Gladwin’s Hallee LaBrosse draws a bead on the bouncing ball while surrounded by Bullock Creek defenders during Thursday’s victory.

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Gladwin girls soccer wins two games

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINOne goal was all it took Thursday when the Gladwin soccer team pulled out a tough 1-0 victory over visiting Bullock Creek.
River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

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River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
GLADWINRegistration for the 2026 River Race of Two Cities is now open. Whether you may be a casual, amateur, or professional paddler, they’ve got you covered.Join them for a 12.5 mile canoe/kayak marathon on the Cedar River!
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