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Alpena County Library hosts ‘An Evening of Pre-War Blues Music’

The Alpena County Library will host “An Evening of Pre-War Blues Music,” a musical and historical survey of the Blues from the turn of the 20th Century until World War II. It covers the heavy hitters of acoustic blues music from Blind Lemon Jefferson to Charley Patton, Robert Johnson, Muddy ...

Association of Lifelong Learners recurring programs for April

ALPENA — The Association of Lifelong Learners have announced its recurring events for next month and there will be plenty to do. Pickleball is held on Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the Aplex. Call the Aplex at 989-353-6164 for more information. Aplex fees ...

Local students make SVSU President’s List for fall 2025

UNIVERSITY CENTER — Nearly 700 students from Saginaw Valley State University were recognized for their determination and commitment to academic excellence by being named to the fall 2025 semester President's List. Several of the students are from Northeast Michigan. To be eligible for the ...

The story of Rockport quarry and stone plant: From bedrock to industry

ALPENA — Tonight, from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, join historian Don La Barre as he examines the early to mid-20th century history of Rockport quarry and stone plant, focusing on its growth and technical development. La Barre will explore how the ...