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Alpena County approves entertainment complex at fairgrounds
ALPENA — The Alpena County Board of Commissioners approved their portion of a contract which would allow an entertainment complex to be built at the Alpena County Fairgrounds. The project is contingent upon the Alpena County Fairgrounds board’s approval of their portion of the contract. ...
Thiamine Deficiency Syndrome – the Alewives’ Revenge?
Thiamine Deficiency Syndrome – the Alewives’ Revenge? Predator fish, especially trout and salmon, suffer from thiamine deficiency if they eat too many alewives. It works like this: alewives’ digestive tracts are loaded with an enzyme called thiaminase. The suffix “ase” means it’s ...
Alpena boys dominate Rudyard, remain undefeated
ALPENA – The Alpena Wildcats baseball team picked up two more victories on Thursday, defeating Rudyard 8-0, and 12-4. The victories keeps Alpena’s eight-game win streak intact and makes them undefeated for the season, with a perfect 8-0 record. A big third inning set the tone in game ...
Alpena County approves entertainment complex at fairgrounds
ALPENA — The Alpena County Board of Commissioners approved their portion of a contract which would allow an entertainment complex to be built at the Alpena County Fairgrounds. The project is contingent upon the Alpena County Fairgrounds board’s approval of their portion of the contract. ...
Need a burn permit? Streamlined web page is easier to use
Many Michiganders are eager to get going on spring yard cleanups. If you’re planning to burn yard debris, remember to check for a burn permit first! The Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ burn permit webpage has been updated and works a little differently this season. Here’s how ...






