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Alpha Xi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma meets

ALPENA — Alpha Xi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a society of women educators, met on May 13 for a dinner meeting at 19th Hole, Twin Acres. The purpose of the meeting was to announce the 2026 recipients of our grant-in-aide award, install new officers for the 2026-2028 biennium, recognize the ...

Three northern Michigan employers recognized as apprenticeship “Champions”

ALPENA, Mich. — Three northern Michigan employers — Amrize, Besser, and R.S. Scott — were honored April 30 for their leadership in training workers through Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Amrize was recognized for its Electrical Maintenance Registered Apprenticeship Program, Besser ...

How salmon helped save our eagles

You might know how ospreys, eagles, and other fish-eating birds love to eat small salmon, among other fish. There is a lesser-known back story to this: how the introduction of salmon to the Great Lakes contributed to the recovery of ospreys, eagles, cormorants, and gulls. It is also a narration ...

Northeast Lower Peninsula fishing report

ALPENA - The summer fishing season is approaching and the DNR provided an update on local fishing action and news. Thunder Bay River: Anglers reported fair walleye fishing throughout the river while using crawlers and trolling body baits. Natural colors worked well early and late in the day. ...

Kids having fun!

ALPENA — Join the summer Jump Start Club at the APlex Alpena Gymnastics gym. Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30 a.m. until noon, Kids having fun! Join the summer Jump Start Club at the APlex Alpena Gymnastics gym. Mondays and Wednesdays 8:30- noon. The club is for kids K-5 and healthy snacks and ...