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HUNT board discusses Byrne JAG funding, update to meeting format

ATLANTA — The Huron Undercover Narcotics Team (HUNT) board held its quarterly meeting on Friday at the Tri-Township Fire Department in Atlanta, where they updated their Byrne Justice Assistant Grant (JAG) funding and voted to change their meeting format. HUNT Commander D/Lt. Ray Rollet ...

TBTA awarded $678K to expand microtransit into Montmorency County

ALPENA — Thunder Bay Transportation Authority will use a $678,366 state grant to launch a microtransit service based in Montmorency County, expanding on-demand rides for residents who currently face long waits or limited options for medical appointments, work, and shopping. The award is ...

Temporary signage reminder, City of Alpena

ALPENA – The City of Alpena reminded residents in a press release on Thursday of temporary signage regulations within the City of Alpena. LOCATIONS Temporary signs shall not be located in the tree lawn (City right-of-way) and shall be setback at least two feet from the property line, according to the release. Signs removed from the right-of-way by City staff may be collected at City Hall within 14 days of removal. No sign shall be affixed to trees, rocks, shrubs, utility poles, fences, or other similar objects. No sign shall be affixed to a stationary motor vehicle or other ...

MyMichigan Locations offering lung cancer screenings

MIDLAND – November is Lung Cancer Awareness month and MyMichigan Medical Centers in Alma, Alpena, Midland, Saginaw, Standish, Tawas, Towne Centre, and West Branch are offering lung cancer screenings on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon, according to a MyMichigan Health press release. “The main purpose is to rise above the stigma and celebrate individuals who make the decision to get screened for lung cancer regardless of their smoking history or current smoking status,” the release stated. “By extending hours, we are increasing access for this life saving screening to ...

Alpena County proclaims October as Down Syndrome Awareness Month

ALPENA — Alpena County Commissioners presented proclamations to two Alpena community members who have made a significant impact in Down syndrome advocacy and inspiring inclusion in the community as part of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Maddox McClintic, an Alpena High School student, and ...