š± Roscommon County retireeās ticket mix-up turns into $100,000 win
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In today's newsletter:
- Roscommon County retireeās ticket mix-up turns into $100,000 win
- Why Houghton Lakeās size can fool boaters about hidden shallow-water risks
Also on today's calendar: CPL Renewal Course and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 60 degrees.
- Friday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 82, low: 63.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 81 and low of 57 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Newly retired Roscommon County woman wins $100,000 lottery prize after ticket mix-up (wnem.com) ā A newly retired Roscommon County resident from St. Helen just won $100,000 in the Powerball after a ticket mix-up at a Shell station about twenty miles east of Houghton Lake. Her quick decision to re-buy with the power play doubled the prize, and she plans to put the unexpected windfall toward home improvements and investments. 
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ā¢ Best Boating Lakes in Michigan: From Inland Gems to Great Lakes Harbors (thumbwind.com) ā If you boat on Houghton Lake, this statewide guide explains why its shallow, 20,000-acre expanse is ideal for pontoons yet risky for deep-keeled boats, and how it compares with deeper lakes like Torch and Charlevoix. Youāll also find up-to-date 2026 safety rules, boater education card requirements, and tips for choosing the right launch and conditions before trailering out from Roscommon County. Ā Ā Ā
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Tyler Roy Band ā
Shrimp Shack, 1741 Heightsview Dr, Houghton Lake Heights
8:00 pm
Saturday August 8
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Other local events
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CE - Kinder Camp
Houghton Lake Collins Elementary School Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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Coffee and Covers
Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W. Houghton Lake Dr., Houghton Lake, MI 48629
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CPL Renewal Course ā
Guardian Defense, 9013 N Cut Rd, Roscommon
10:00 am -
Christmas in August Gift Tags
Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W. Houghton Lake Dr., Houghton Lake, MI 48629
11:00 am -
Gmail Basics
Houghton Lake Public Library 4431 W. Houghton Lake Dr., Houghton Lake, MI 48629
1:30 pm -
Houghton Lake Mosaic Bird Bath workshop @ Copper Kettle Distilling ā
Copper Kettle Distilling, 939 W Houghton Lake Dr, Prudenville
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CPL Renewal Course ā
Guardian Defense, 9013 N Cut Rd, Roscommon
10:00 am
Tuesday August 11
Thursday August 13
Saturday August 15
Tuesday August 18
Sunday August 23
Saturday August 29
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Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion ā
Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion, 100 S Lake St, Cadillac
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Daveonce Washington: Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion ā
Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion, 100 S Lake St, Cadillac
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Hair Donut Bun Class
Harrison District Library (General) Harrison, MI 48625
1:00 pm -
CHS Class of 1981 - 45th Reunion ā
Lake Cadillac Resort, 6319 East State Road, Cadillac
5:00 pm
Thursday August 6
Tuesday August 11
Saturday August 15
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Need help installing a car seat?
The Michigan State Police is hosting a Child Safety Seat Inspection at the Elk Rapids Fire Department ( 209 Bridge St.) on August 7 from 10:00 to 12ā¦ (Nextdoor )
- Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Houghton Lake. Apply here.
- The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier in Houghton Lake. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Houghton Lake here.
š Nearby News
Roscommon
- Annette Marie DeBeaussaert (houghtonlakeresorter.com)
Harrison
- About 4 in 10 Michiganders struggle to afford basic needs, same as last year (umich.edu)
- Michigan woman wins $100,000 Powerball after mix-up (ourmidland.com)
- Think before you plant (upnorthvoice.com)
Grayling
- Rep.Ā BortonĀ securesĀ funding forĀ upgrades at Hartwick Pines State Park (clarecountycleaver.net)
- Pink Pony Soda brings unique drinks across the state (clarecountycleaver.net)
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