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Beaverton slugger Leland Love punishes a pitch during a game last season. The junior is one of several returning starters who will be in the lineup this spring.

Beaverton slugger Leland Love punishes a pitch during a game last season. The junior is one of several returning starters who will be in the lineup this spring.

Beaverton brings back experienced baseball squad

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
BEAVERTONLast season was good, but not great, for the Beaverton baseball team.The Beavers finished with a nice overall record of 23-12 and managed at least a split in their games with every team in the Jack Pine Conference, except Standish and Pinconning.
River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

River Race of Two Cities registration now open for 2026

Gladwin
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Registration 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!
Boater safety class

Boater safety class

Boater safety class

Gladwin County
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Afree 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.
Junior Logan Walters is one of the rare returning veterans who will be back in the lineup for Gladwin this season.

Junior Logan Walters is one of the rare returning veterans who will be back in the lineup for Gladwin this season.

Flying G’s ready to open baseball season

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
GLADWINThere is a rebuilding project underway for the Gladwin baseball team, but the cupboard is hardly bare.“We had nine seniors graduate last year and that’s seven starters plus a couple of pitchers who rotated in for us,” said Flying G’s coach Ethan Gary.
Brent Henige of New Lothrop shot this-559 pound bull on Dec. 13, 2025. DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Brent Henige of New Lothrop shot this-559 pound bull on Dec. 13, 2025. DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Michigan mulls changes in elk hunt regulations

Addie Tussing
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
LANSINGEvery year, thousands of hopeful hunters apply for one of only 260 licenses to hunt elk in Michigan.The Department of Natural Resources received a record-breaking 47,493 applications in 2025.
It is normal for winter conditions to cause some mortality of fish and other creatures such as turtles, frogs, toads and crayfish.

It is normal for winter conditions to cause some mortality of fish and other creatures such as turtles, frogs, toads and crayfish.

During spring thaw, natural fish kills may be common

Lansing
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
After a winter with variable temperatures and lots of snow, you may see dead fish or other aquatic animals in Michigan lakes and streams as water warms up and ice and snow cover melt.
Do you have GHS game film?

Do you have GHS game film?

Do you have GHS game film?

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Ted Redman, a 1966 graduate of Gladwin High School, is trying to find game film from football and basketball games from 19641966. He can be contacted at: retired0814@gmail.com.
Angelica Corlew follows through after firing a strike last season. The junior is the only experienced pitcher returning to the roster this spring.

Angelica Corlew follows through after firing a strike last season. The junior is the only experienced pitcher returning to the roster this spring.

Softball team returns with more experience

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
GLADWINTaking a few lumps with an inexperienced lineup last season could pay dividends for the Gladwin softball team this spring.The Flying G’s finished 2025 with a record of 8-22, but most of the players who learned those lessons will be back on the diamond.

Fishing season 2026 opened April 1

Gladwin
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Spring fishing is finally here. Wednesday, April 1, is the official kickoff to the new fishing license year in Michigan. Grab your gear and invite someone new to join you and share the fishing experience!
Junior Brooke Remer will resume her pitching duties for the Beaverton softball team this spring.

Junior Brooke Remer will resume her pitching duties for the Beaverton softball team this spring.

Beavers counting on strength in the circle

Scott Salowich
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
BEAVERTONThere are still spots to fill in the lineup for the Beaverton softball team this spring, but pitching shouldn’t be a problem.And pitching is really important.
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