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Pokorzynski trial to be moved to January or February

ALPENA — The trial date for Aaron Pokorzynski, 31, was moved to begin on Jan. 26 according to court records, but that date will be changed again due to a scheduling conflict with Pokorzynski’s defense attorney Gary Springstead. Pokorzynski had a hearing on Tuesday in the 26th Circuit ...

DNR hosts lake sturgeon hatchery tours

ALPENA — The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) hosted tours of the lake sturgeon hatchery facility on Black River in Onaway on Saturday. Visitors had the opportunity to see the facility and the lake sturgeon raised there that will eventually be released into Black River and other parts ...

AHS student recognized for academic excellence

ALPENA - Milo Dahleen from Alpena High School was named as a semi-finalist by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced over 16,000 semifinalists in the 72nd annual program, representing ...

St. Paul’s to host Harvest Dinner

ALPENA — St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alpena is hosting its Harvest Dinner on Sept. 24 at the church in Alpena. Doors to the dinner open at 4:15 p.m. and first seating and serving begins at 4:30 p.m. Second seating and serving will begin at 6 p.m. Take out is available from 5 p.m. and 6 ...

Make-It Monday: Painted leaves

HARRISVILLE - Celebrate the beginning of fall with Make-It Monday on Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library located at 312 W Main St. Guests will use colorful acrylic markers to create fun and imaginative designs on dried leaves. All materials will be provided, and there is no charge to participate. Call 989-724-6796 to sign up.

RC Senior Center seeks crafters

ROGERS CITY — The Rogers City Senior and Community Center is seeking crafters and vendors for its craft show on Oct. 10. For more information, email srogerscity@yahoo.com or call 989-734-2958.