During the late 1960s, the Fisheries Division of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) turned an aquatic wasteland into one of North America’s most sensational recreational fisheries. The DNR harnessed a disastrous alewife invasion and restored a balanced ecosystem in our Great Lakes. ...

ALPENA — Sestercentennial celebrations began Wednesday in Alpena with the dedication of two new sculptures at the Alpena County Courthouse and Alpena City Hall. The sculpture at the Courthouse was created by artist Ann Gildner. It is called “The Eagle has Landed.” Tim Kuehnlein, ...

ALPENA - There will not be a paper published on Friday due to the Juneteenth federal holiday. The print and online version of The News will return on Saturday.

LANSING - State Rep. Cam Cavitt gave testimony today in front of the Senate Local Government Committee on his plan to help local communities save money by changing state laws regarding parks and recreation boards. “This is a good step toward efficient government,” said Cavitt ...

Dennis and Beverly Neumann recently celebrated a remarkable milestone with their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple marked 60 years of love, laughter, faith, and family on May 14, 2026. About 50 family members and friends gathered for a joyful anniversary reception on May 3 at the Phoenix ...