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SNHU announces local Spring 2026 President’s List

MANCHESTER, NH -- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Spring 2026 President's List. The spring terms run from January to May. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum ...

Thunder Bay Trails Association hosts hike

ALPENA - The Thunder Bay Trails Association (TBTA) invites the community to a free guided nature hike at the Norway Ridge Pathway on Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. The hike will be lead by Alpena Public Schools teacher and naturalist Andrew Wolfgang. The event is open to all ages and ...

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Alpena Bi-Path

ALPENA - Public art most often conjures images of sculptures or murals, but architecture and engineering are also among the most enduring artistic expressions. Bridges and a harbor light form part of the iconic landscape quintessential of Alpena’s architectural landmarks along the Alpena ...

Watercolor at the Alcona County Library

Join young artist Abigail Adams in learning how to paint a watercolor squirrel surrounded by lovely spring blooms. Learn some watercolor techniques, let your creativity blossom, and take home a charming new piece of art, painted by you. Students will be painting over a pre-sketched template. Class is for ages 8 years old through adult, and will be on Wednesday, May 20th, from 3:30–5:00 pm at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library located at 312 W Main St, Harrisville, MI. Please call 989-724-6796 to register. Class fee is $5 per student.

Class of 1954 reunion

ALPENA - The Alpena High School Class of 1954 will hold its 72nd class reunion, at Twin Acres 19th Hole on May 22nd at noon. Friends and family are welcome. Please RSVP to Iris at 989-354-2553.

Class of 1966 reunion

ALPENA - The Alpena High School graduating class of 1966 is hosting a 60th class reunion organizational meeting on Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Straley, Lamp, and Kraenzlein office building. All are welcome.