Crawford County Avalanche

06/03/2026

June 4, 2026 Avalanche headlines:

Challenge Trail Run Saturday at HHRA

MIARNG training at Camp Grayling

Gathering all about Kirtland's warbler

The Insiders sell out AAV

Plus the salute to the GHS Class of 2026!

06/03/2026

The Grayling Township Board recently approved amendments to the zoning ordinance, including a change to permitted and special land uses that would limit the ability for data centers to be built, at its May 20 regular meeting.

In Article 4, Section 4.3, Table of Permitted and Special Land Uses, “Data processing and computer centers including the servicing and maintenance of electronic data processing equipment” would now only be permitted with a special use permit in the township’s industrial district. Previously, these facilities were permitted by right in both industrial and heavy commercial districts. Supervisor Lacey Stephan said requiring a special use permit for data centers allows the township to say no.

06/02/2026

Lovells Riverside Tavern was packed May 23, with customers not only enjoying their Memorial Day weekend meals, but also enjoying the music from The Ride, a four-man band that hails from the Grayling and Ga***rd area.

Performing mainly country covers and some classic rock, The Ride consists of drummer “High Stakes Jake” Jake Allen of Grayling; bass player “Terry James on the Range,” otherwise known as T.J. Rankin of Grayling; lead guitarist “The Kid” Spencer Opperman of Ga***rd; and guitarist “The Sheriff T. Daniels,” otherwise known as Todd Aldrich of Frederic.

By Cheryl Holladay Lovells Riverside Tavern was packed May 23, with customers not only enjoying their Memorial Day weekend meals, but also enjoying the music from The Ride, a four-man band that hails from the Grayling and Ga***rd area. Performing mainly country covers and some classic rock, The Ride...

06/01/2026

Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Environment, Safety and Occupational Health Amy Borman (standing) addresses the Camp Grayling Restoration Advisory Board (CGRAB) at its May 19 meeting.

Officials from the Army, Grayling Township, City of Grayling and partner agencies discussed funding, current interim actions and possible solutions to combat PFAS contamination at Camp Grayling.

Assistant Secretary of the United States Army for Installations Energy and Environment (ASA) Jordan Gillis said the Army does prioritize clean drinking water for people (to combat PFAS contamination), and is committed to continuing to fund Grayling Township’s public water connections, at a pace aligned with the water utility’s schedule in 2026 and 2027. In addition, the Army is committed to the City of Grayling’s water well relocation, he said.

By Cheryl Holladay The Camp Grayling Restoration Advisory Board (CGRAB) welcomed Army officials from Washington, D.C., last week, culminating in an in-person meeting May 19 at the Grayling Township Hall. Col. Lucas Lanczy, Garrison Commander at Camp Grayling, introduced three guests at the in-person...

05/31/2026

After raising the flag to half mast, First Sergeant Lauren Sirken stands looking toward the flag at the Camp Curnalia Cottage Owners Association (CCCOA) Memorial Day ceremony.

The ceremony, which was held May 25, not only honored fallen soldiers, but also Camp Curnalia Cottage Owners Association members who served in the Gulf War.

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05/31/2026

The Grayling High School senior class walked through each of the schools May 21, their last day of school, and drove through town for a send-off prior to graduation.

Commencement exercises will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 31 at the GHS football field. The Class of 2026 is led by Valedictorian Alice Bugyi and Salutatorian Jordan Peters.

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05/30/2026

The AuSable Artisan Village will welcome The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty to the stage at the Performing Arts Center, 122 Michigan Ave., Grayling, Saturday, at 7 p.m.

The Insiders will deliver a tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, faithfully recreating the sound, spirit and soul of one of America’s most beloved rock icons.

Tickets are $40 and are available at artisanvillage.org/events/. Admission at the door is $45.

The AuSable Artisan Village will welcome The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty to the stage at the Performing Arts Center, 122 Michigan Ave., Grayling, Saturday, at 7 p.m. The Insiders will deliver a tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, faithfully recreating the sound, spirit and soul of one o...

05/28/2026

For the second straight year, Grayling High School junior Vincenzo Frittelli will compete in the shot put at the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s State Track Finals.

Frittelli broke the school record for shot put with a throw of 52’3.25” at regionals May 15, which qualified him for states. He said that his goal at states is to set another personal record.

Frittelli will compete at the Division 2 State Track Finals at Hamilton High School May 30, with competition beginning at 9:30am.

By Ashley Patti For the second straight year, Grayling High School junior Vincenzo Frittelli will compete in the shot put at the Michigan High School Athletic Association’s State Track Finals. Frittelli will compete at the Division 2 State Track Finals at Hamilton High School. Frittelli said it fe...

05/27/2026

May 28, 2026 Avalanche headlines:

Army prioritizing Camp Grayling cleanup - CGRAB meets with federal officials

Frittelli making return trip to track finals

Camp Curnalia honors Memorial Day, Gulf War veterans in ceremony

GHS graduation Sunday

05/20/2026

May 21, 2026 Avalanche headlines:

Project partners gather at Sawmill Lofts: Grand opening held in honor of apartment building's opening

Re-enacting the past

Wreath-laying ceremony at military cemetery