When your child surpasses your maturity level, you have arrived. Just where you’ve arrived is unclear. But I’ve been there for a while now, and my kid is 16. I suppose I’ve arrived at the realization that I’m carrying on the tradition my dad started, the tradition of being a child ...

ALPENA — Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency hosted a Family Fun Night on Thursday at the APlex, featuring kindergarten readiness activities, preschool and Early Head Start activities, food and refreshments, and a chance to chat with local agencies about the programs and resources ...

ALPENA — The Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is seeking entries now through Feb. 7 for the third annual Alpena Area Brick Build Competition, challenging builders in kindergarten through 12th grade to create original brick constructions celebrating underwater exploration. The event ...