ALPENA - The City of Alpena has been named a Tree City USA community by The National Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the 27th year Alpena has received this national recognition. The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the National Arbor Day ...

ALPENA — Local leadership in the Alpena community express their support and excitement for the proposed Blackwater on the Water entertainment complex that is headed to the fairgrounds. Final approval is contingent upon the Alpena County Fair Board’s approval for their portion of the ...

CHEBOYGAN - Multiple state, local, and private groups are actively working to manage the water levels at the Cheboygan Dam and assist residents affected by high water. As water levels continue to drop, the area is not out of the woods just yet. Crews have been working around the clock and ...

ALPENA - Patients receiving treatment at Alpena Cancer Center received an added source of comfort thanks to the generosity of the Long Rapids First Congregational Church Women’s Fellowship group. In celebration of four members’ birthdays, the group gathered an assortment of snacks and ...

LANSING, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is again taking part in a national initiative that encourages residents to safely dispose of expired and unused prescription pills. All of MSP’s 31 posts will be open on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accept unwanted medications as ...

ALPENA — Art in the Loft is ready to celebrate spring and flower season with a special event. Up at Art in the Loft is prepping for an Evening at Netta’s on April 30 at 5 p.m. Art in the Loft is inviting participants to join it at an exclusive first peak at the enchanting blooms housed ...