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Friends of Plaza Pool to host euchre tournament

ALPENA - The Friends of the Plaza Pool is hosting a Euchre tournament on Sunday at the Alpena Eagles Club. Doors to the event open at noon and tournament play begins at 1 p.m. There is a $20 entry fee and a $1 charge for the high-game entry. There will also be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and food. Participants must be 18 years old or older to play. All proceeds benefit Friends of Plaza Pool.

Burrone moves forward on ‘The Voice of Germany’

ALPENA – Alpena native Breanna Burrone has advanced to the next stage of “The Voice of Germany” after a strong showing in the Battles round, with her ‘Teamfights’ episode scheduled to air on Friday. Burrone, 28, who has lived in Germany for a decade, turned three of four coaches’ ...

Light snow or wintry mix possible Thursday into Friday

ALPENA – A chance of light snow or a rain-snow mix is possible in the Alpena area Thursday into Friday, though measurable accumulation is not expected, according to the National Weather Service. Joseph Delizio, a meteorologist with the NWS office in Gaylord, said the primary window for ...

MSU Extension reflects on a year of programming

ALPENA — The Alpena County Michigan State Extension office hosted researchers from Michigan State University (MSU) to conduct research throughout Northeast Michigan this year, helping farmers and agribusinesses. MSU Extension also provided education and outreach opportunities to community ...

AAA: Michigan gas prices drop another 38 cents

DEARBORN - Gas prices in Michigan are down 38 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.17 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 23 cents less than this time last month but still $1.05 more than this time last year. Motorists are paying an average of $63 ...