Lifestyles

5K Color Run

ALPENA — The Sunrise Centre in Alpena is hosting its 5k Color Run and Fitness Fun Event on Saturday at the Alpena County Fairgrounds. The run or walk promises to be fun for people of all levels and family fitness station activities and recovery awareness stations will be set up. There will also be live entertainment, a magician and comedian, at 1 p.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and is $10. The run begins at 9 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. Participants will also receive a water bottle, a pair of sunglasses and a finishing medal. The fun continues well after it concludes. There is a ...

Grace Episcopal Church donation

Quilt Guild meeting

HARRISVILLE - The White Pine Quilt Guild will meet on July 20 at 1:30 pm at the EMS Station located at 2600 East M 72 in Harrisville. There will be a fabric printing demonstration and new members are always welcome.

Stoneport Quarry 5K

ALPENA - The race is on! Whether a runner, walker or simply an outdoor enthusiast all are welcome at this year’s 12th annual Stoneport Quarry 5K hosted by Amrize Presque Isle on August 8, 2026. Enjoy sweeping views of Lake Huron as you progress through a unique 5K course winding through ...

NAMI Northeast Michigan named NAMI Michigan’s 2026 Affiliate of the Year

ALPENA — The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Northeast Michigan has been named NAMI Michigan's 2026 Affiliate of the Year, recognizing the organization's outstanding commitment to building mental health support, education, advocacy, and community connection throughout Northeast ...

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