×

News

APS board approves calendar change

Local News

ALPENA - On Monday, during its regular meeting, the APS Board of Education approved a change to the school year calendar. Friday, May 22, which was originally scheduled as a day off for students and staff, will now be a regular day of work and instruction. State law requires us to provide 180 ...

Public comment dominates county meeting, fairgrounds discussed

Local News

ALPENA — Alpena County Board of Commissioners met on Tuesday for its monthly meeting, though a main topic of discussion was the pending Blackwater on the Water entertainment complex proposal. After a lengthy public comment period, Board Vice-Chair Brenda Fournier attempted a motion to ...

Alpena Township trustees table blight, fire millage decision

Local News

ALPENA – During its monthly board meeting the Alpena Township Board of Trustees decided to table a millage or special assessment that is being considered to help fund the fire department. Additionally, the trustees voted to table a possible blight millage until a decision is made on the fire ...

APS school board approves updated weight room

Local News

ALPENA — On Monday, the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the purchase of new weight room equipment and renovations. The vote brought on a round of applause after the motion passed. The board approved the purchase of equipment and flooring from Stray Dog ...