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Bobolts preliminary examination adjourned

Local News August 20, 2026

ALPENA — Frederick Bobolts, 61, had his preliminary examination hearing adjourned on Wednesday. Bobolts is charged with multiple counts of domestic violence and assault. He is also charged with Animals-Killing/Torturing and multiple second-degree and third-degree child abuse charges, as well as two aggravated stalking charges. He was arraigned on Aug. 3 in the 88th District Court in Alpena and had a personal protection order violation hearing in the 26th Circuit Court in Alpena on Aug. 10. Bobolts had his most recent hearing on Aug. 11 in the 88th District Court. Judge Alan ...

Gone to Pieces Quilt Guild hosting Friendship Day

Lifestyles August 20, 2026

ALPENA — The Gone to Pieces Quilt Guild is hosting a Friendship Day at the Methodist Church located at 167 S. Ripley Blvd. in Alpena on Sept. 19th from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The Guild members make 200 placemats each year for the Alpena Senior Centers Meals on Wheels program. They also make ...

Boat parade, Vintage Dive Days highlight Thunder Bay Maritime Festival

Lifestyles August 20, 2026

ALPENA — On Saturday in Alpena, boaters will decorate their boats and parade around the Thunder Bay River to show the off. The parade will help to cap off the Thunder Bay Maritime Festival. The boat parade is only one of many events people will be able to enjoy during the Thunder Bay ...

Still walk-in options for medical care in Alpena

Local News August 20, 2026

ALPENA — WellNow Urgent Care is closing at the end of the month and MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and Alcona Health Center representatives said that the two healthcare providers are prepared to meet the healthcare needs in the community to avoid long wait times at the emergency ...

Hope Lutheran Church hosting Harvest Dinner

Lifestyles August 20, 2026

HUBBARD LAKE — The Hope Lutheran Church is hosting its Harvest Dinner on Sept. 12, from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the church located at 5462 Nicholson Hill Road in Hubbard Lake. Items on the menu include roasted chicken, homemade stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, squash, and deserts. Takeout is available. The cost of a meal is $16 for an adult and $7 for a child five to 12 years old.

Michigan WIC program announces infant formula changes

Michigan News August 20, 2026

LANSING – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) infant formula manufacturer contract to Mead Johnson through a competitive bidding process. Michigan WIC will implement the contract with Mead Johnson for a five-year ...