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Michigan summit explores ways to expand postsecondary access and success for men

Michigan News May 30, 2026

LANSING – As Michigan continues efforts to increase participation in postsecondary attainment and career readiness among men, state, education, talent, and community leaders gathered at Eastern Michigan University today to convene around solutions to strengthen male engagement and success statewide. The Men in Motion Summit, hosted by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP), in partnership with the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) and the Detroit Parent Network (DPN), brought together organizations and partners from across Michigan to ...

Three northern Michigan employers recognized as apprenticeship “Champions”

Lifestyles May 30, 2026

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, ...

Alpena software update planned

Local News May 30, 2026

ALPENA - Due to a planned system upgrade, Alpena offices are not able to accept any payments beginning at 10 a.m. on June 5 through 9 a.m. on June 8. This includes any permits, passes, taxes, fees, payments, and other services both in the office as well as online. The upgrade should be complete, and staff can begin accepting payments again at 9 a.m. on June 8.

Local jobs for Michigan’s graduates recognized with statewide and regional awards

Lifestyles May 30, 2026

SAGINAW - Students from the Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) program were recognized at Youth Solutions’ statewide Career Development Conference (CDC) on April 30 at Saginaw Valley State University. The annual event brings together JMG participants ...

Suspect who allegedly fired shots contained, police say

Local News May 29, 2026

ALPENA — Police say the suspect involved in a reported shooting attempt at the Time to Shine Carwash in Alpena has been contained, but not yet taken into custody. According to a Michigan State Police Sergeant at the scene, there is no threat to the public, but added that the situation is ...

Kids having fun!

Lifestyles May 29, 2026

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 ...