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Northwood’s Jake Jekielek follows former teammate in MLB draft
Jake Jekielek followed his former teammate Monday, giving Northwood University a pair of former pitchers in the 2024 Major League Baseball draft. The Texas Rangers picked Jakielek, a right-handed reliever, in the 10th round of the draft, 315th overall. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Eric Donat Hayes
Eric Donat Hayes, age 37, passed away suddenly on July 5, 2024. Eric enjoyed fishing, motorcycles, tinkering with small engines, and drawing. He loved his family and friends, but the love for his children ran the deepest. He was preceded in death by his brother Joshua Hayes, Grandparents Jack and June Hayes, and Grandfather Paul Gagnon. He is survived by his parents Dana and Tammy Hayes of Harrison, his brother Steven Hayes of Georgia, his Grandmother Jenny Gagnon, along with his three children Alexondra, Kailynn, and Holdenn all in Harrison. Along with many cousins, aunts, and uncles. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date.
Bruce Roberts, 74, of West Branch
Bruce Henry Roberts, age, 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024, in his home in West Branch, MI surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 22, 1950, Wyandotte, MI to Bishop and Elizabeth (Somenauer) Roberts. Bruce lived in West Branch since 2014 formerly of Dearborn, MI.
Jerry White, 88, of Prescott
Jerry Lee White, age 88 of Prescott, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at his home with family by his side. Jerry was born on August 28, 1935, to Kenneth and Laura (Byers) White in Pontiac, MI. Jerry was a dedicated metal pattern maker at Pontiac Motor...
Michigan State Police announced new post commander in Freeland
FREELAND, Mich. (WJRT) - The Michigan State Police announced that a new post commander has been appointed to the the Tri City post in Freeland. F/Lt. Dan Nease is an 11-year veteran of the department and a local to the Tri-Cities. Nease has previously had the title of assistant post...
John Morgan of Novi repeats as GAM Super Senior champion
FREELAND – Competition brings out the best in John Morgan of Novi, who proved to be the best once again in winning the 10th GAM Super Senior Championship presented by Saint John’s Resort at Apple Mountain Golf Club Tuesday. Morgan, a Michigan Golf Hall of Fame member, won...
SEEN: Old Community Center coming down
Demolition of the old Greater Midland Community Center, at 2205 Jefferson, continues on July 16. The building, originally constructed in 1955, was closed when a new Community Center opened next door on May 15. The old building will give way to a new parking lot.
First Gladwin Summer Street Fest is a success
On Saturday, July 13, Cedar Ave. in downtown Gladwin was closed from N. Bowery Ave to N. State Street from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the very first Gladwin Summer Street Fest. The event was sponsored by the Gladwin Business & Professional Association (GBPA) and has been in the works since the beginning of the year, a change from the annual Arts & Crafts Festival in the Park and Fun Days…
Midland's Adaptive Summer Sports Sampler kicks off July 17, continues four weeks
Midland Parks and Recreation is now accepting registrations for its newest program at the Miracle Field: Adaptive Summer Sports Sampler. This program will be a unique opportunity for individuals age 14 and older with and without disabilities to engage in learning new sports. Interested participants can register for the league...
Coleman Community Schools expands bus service to city residents
Students who live in the Coleman city limits will now be able to ride the bus to school, starting Aug. 20 when the 2024-25 school year begins. At its June meeting, the Coleman Community Schools board of education approved an additional bus and an additional bus route as part of the district's new budget.
Family Outdoors Day at the Buckeye Trailhead
GLADWINMark your calendars for Sunday, July 28 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The Gladwin Conservation District is hosting a Family Outdoors Day at the Buckeye Trailhead!Best of all, it’s completely free to attend!The goal of the event is to bring the community together to enjoy the outdoors in a way that’s accessible for everyone.There will be food and drinks, lawn games, kid’s crafts and activities, as…
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