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Free program on Ukraine conflict and 75 Years of CIA involvement

Rogers City - On Thursday at 7 p.m., the Rogers City Zonta is sponsoring an important livestream program titled “Boiling Point: How America Brought War to Ukraine.” The speaker is Stephen Kinzner, former New York Times foreign correspondent and currently senior fellow in international and public affairs at Brown University. Kinzer has written about regime changes and how the U.S. has affected or attempted political change in countries in the Middle East and Central America. He analyzes the use of military changes, as well as how soft power is wielded through humanitarian ...

Friends of Plaza Pool to host euchre tournament

ALPENA - The Friends of the Plaza Pool is hosting a Euchre tournament on Sunday at the Alpena Eagles Club. Doors to the event open at noon and tournament play begins at 1 p.m. There is a $20 entry fee and a $1 charge for the high-game entry. There will also be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and food. Participants must be 18 years old or older to play. All proceeds benefit Friends of Plaza Pool.

Soup sale at Brush Creek Mill

HILLMAN — Approximately 90 quarts of a variety of soups will be prepared for the Brush Creek Mill's annual soup sale on Thursday from 10 a.m. -until 3:00 p.m. Be sure to mark your calendar to stop by and stock up for hunt camp, a cold blustery day or just a break from cooking. All proceeds benefit the Mill operation and keep the wheel going round.

Sanctuary Selections Film Competition

ALPENA - The Sunset Project, in partnership with the Thunder Bay International Film Festival, presents the Sanctuary Selections Film Competition, a unique opportunity for Great Lakes Region-based filmmakers to showcase their work, with a chance to win $5,000 to fund their next ...

Craft and vendor shows create economic opportunity, supports charities

ALPENA — Craft shows are unique opportunities for local artists to sell their wares, baked goods, and art creations. For some, holiday season craft shows are important economic opportunities and ways to give back to the community. Art in Park is sponsoring the A North Country Christmas ...