When you are 17 years old, there are a lot of different things you could find to do, to get in trouble for. But, Dale Sumerix probably has the distinction of being the only one to get in trouble for cutting his father’s wooden broom handle. What would inspire a teenager to cut the broom ...
ALPENA — In response to the devastating ice storms that have affected much of Northeast Michigan, the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan has reactivated its Urgent Needs Fund to support those most impacted across the region. The fund will provide immediate assistance to local ...
ALPENA — Due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding the ice storm and school closures, Art in the Loft is postponing the opening reception for the 2025 “Young Artist” exhibit to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 10. The opening had originally been slated for today, but will be postponed one ...
OSSINEKE — Hans Bloedow, 96 years old and current resident of Ossineke, has a life story most can’t imagine. His tale begins in Berlin, Germany, meanders through Europe and Canada until he landed in Alpena with a bakery and an American dream. ON THE EASTERN FRONT Bloedow was born in ...
The Alcona Community Schools FFA Chapter will host their 16th Annual Maple Syrup Celebration Day on Saturday, April 5 at the Alcona FFA Chapter’s Sugar Shack located on school grounds at 51 N. Barlow Road. The celebration will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with breakfast served during that ...
ALPENA — Today and Sunday, the public is invited to catch “Killer Trees and Sacred Waters” in the theater at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center. In this episode of Great Lakes Now, learn how trees are fighting back against the emerald ash borer and what goes into restoring a ...