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Snow, Fisher are only viable APS candidates

The Northeast Michigan League of Conservative Education is a political action committee supporting three candidates for school board. If all are elected, there would be three board members who want to control the public schools, two while sending their school-age children to private schools and an existing member that is homeschooling. NMLCE advocates vouchers, charter schools, and homeschooling. They would control the board. Their motives are highly concerning considering the actions of those associated with this group over the past few years. Slanderous grooming claims and ...

Disappointed that the DNR killed Roger the elk

I was never so disappointed in learning our Michigan Department of Natural Resources killed the elk roaming around Rogers City. They could have waited a week or two and it probably would have left on its own, like it did last year. Go on the internet and you can find numerous incidents of elk visiting neighborhoods near our national parks. Some bull elk have reached legendary status. We are talking about one elk who gave great joy and excitement to numerous people who viewed “ROGER.” A unique situation which will never be visited again. I guess we can all sleep better now ...

Vote for Snow, Fisher in school board election

It goes without saying that the Nov. 5 school board election is extremely important. We should be looking for candidates who are dedicated to the public school system here in Alpena. Gordon Snow has proven his commitment to the youth of Alpena many times over. You will not only find him attending school board meetings, but also at concerts, pep rallies, assemblies, and any activities involving students. He has been a teacher, a principal, and has hosted many foreign exchange students. He cares about and wants the best for ALL of the students of Alpena Public Schools. Renee ...

DNR should have moved elk instead of killing

In response to your article that appeared in the Oct. 17 edition of the paper. The taking of a perfectly healthy animal by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The elk had been coming to Rogers City since last fall. Without any incidents during that time period. They had an available option at their disposal, which was to tranquilize the animal and transport it to the viewing area in Gaylord, where it certainly could have been safe and lived out the rest of its life in peace. Where it no longer would be a threat to anyone, as the DNR claims it “might have been.” JOHN ...

Homeless shelter raises many, many concerns

I’m responding to your article, “Opening anyway.” I am frustrated by the lack of coverage of key facts surrounding this low-barrier shelter. This is the third shelter in our neighborhood, despite city ordinances prohibiting facilities within 2,500 feet of each other. The new shelter is only 815 feet from Sunrise Mission and 1,435 feet from a domestic abuse shelter, clustering three facilities within 2,250 feet — a situation zoning laws are meant to prevent to protect neighborhoods. Contrary to the article, All Saints Church wasn’t denied a permit; they failed to secure ...

Need leaders who’ll address climate change

Dear editor, As the election draws closer, we cannot ignore the growing impact of climate change on our communities. Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton, along with dozens of wildfires this past summer — they’re all clear warning signs of a very real climate crisis. This issue deserves more attention than it’s received so far this election cycle. During the presidential debate, only one brief question was asked about climate at the very end. The fact is, the climate crisis impacts us all, no matter where we live or how much money we make. Americans are being told to ...