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Murder and Mayhem: Alcona's Historical Crimes

HARRISVILLE — The Alcona Historical Society is offering their second 2026 Cabin Fever Lecture series presentation titled "Murder and Mayhem: Alcona's Historical Crimes." Cheryl Peterson, editor of the Alcona County Review will explore some of the most fascinating historic mysteries in Alcona County and northern Michigan during this investigation into the region's true historical crimes. This presentation will be held at the Alcona County Library in Harrisville on Tuesday at 6 p.m. The library is located at 312 West Main St. and light refreshments will be available.

Learn to Play Lorcana at Alpena library

The Alpena County Library is hosting Magic: the Gathering on Feb. 28 from noon until 1 p.m. Do you like Disney? In this community-led program, people will learn how to play the card game Lorcana. Disney Lorcana is a game where you team up with your favorite Disney characters and embark on exciting adventures! In the magical realm of Lorcana, you'll work with your team of characters in a race for prized story stars. This immersive trading card game involves collecting cards and building decks, offers fun and strategic play, and lets you play against one or more opponents. This ...

Ash Wednesday

Lifelong Learners announce events

ALPENA — The Alpena Community College Association of Lifelong Learners will have a pair of premier events next week. On Tuesday, from 1:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at ACC in the Madeline Briggs Center 140. A presentation by Immanuel Lutheran School will provide an overview of the planned ...

St. Paul’s salutes local professionals

Alpena Polar Plunge on Saturday

The annual Alpena Polar Plunge will be held on Saturday near the Water Street Commons in downtown Alpena. Check in for the plungers begins at 2 p.m. and a parade of the participants, many of which will be in costumes, will be at 3 p.m. The proceeds from the event will go to the Special ...