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Hunter safety class

ALPENA — The Alpena Sportsmen's Club is hosting a hunter safety class, which will be the last class of the year. The class begins on Aug. 10 and doors open at 5:30 p.m. Pre registration is to be made on the DNR website. Register at michigan.storefront.kalkomey.com At the website, select 1, hunter safety traditional course, 2, view and hit register now. Classes are on Aug. 10, 11, 12, and 13 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.. Range day is on Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. until all have finished with the outdoor range. The snack bar will be open during the week for class breaks. Questions can be ...

Boys and Girls Club volunteers to improve Island Park

ALPENA - The Youth Volunteer Corps of the Alpena Boys & Girls Club spent two summer days helping improve Island Park. In June the youth spread wood chips on Island trails, both helping to control erosion and improve the nature walking experience for Island visitors. In July they picked three ...

Alpena student Cooper Bright named to 2025-26 MIAA Academic Honor Roll

ALBION - Alpena student scholar athlete Cooper Bright was included in the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Academic Honor Roll for the 2025-26 year. Bright was a member of Albion's track and field teams and has now received this honor four times. The MIAA Academic Honor Roll recognizes student-athletes who maintain a 3.5 grade-point average for the academic year while earning a varsity letter in an MIAA-sponsored sport. Bright graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in psychology and a minor in educational studies with a concentration in human ...

Alpena Lifelong Learners events for next week

ALPENA - Next week is going to be busy for the Alpena Lifelong Learners, as there are fun, exciting, and educational events planned. Below is a brief description of each, along with other information. What is Esports? Monday, ACC Madeline Briggs Center 140, 1-2:30 p.m. Esports is one of the ...

Older Persons and Youth and Recreation millages pass

ALPENA -- Alpena County voters approved both renewals for the Older Persons and Youth and Recreation millages. The unofficial voting results will be certified today by the Board of Canvassers. The Youth and Recreation millage renewal passed with a vote of 4,339 to 2,355 and the Older Persons ...

Voters approve Alcona County millages

ALCONA COUNTY - Voters in Alcona County voted to approve a pair of millage requests during Tuesday’s primary election. The tax funds will be used to fund the Alcona County Library and local law enforcement. ALCONA COUNTY LIBRARY OPERATING MILLAGE The Alcona County Library operating ...