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Absentee ballots available for pick up

ALPENA — Absentee ballots are now available for pickup at City Hall for voters who are on the permanent ballot list or who have already requested that an absentee ballot be mailed to them. Voters may pick up their absentee ballot in person through Sept.30, 2026. On Oct. 1, 2026, any ballots that have not been picked up will be mailed to the voter. If you would like to avoid the mailing process and receive your ballot in person, please stop by City Hall. Voters must present photo identification. City Hall hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Absentee ballots are also ...

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10 troopers graduate from trooper recruit school

LANSING - Michigan communities will soon benefit from the addition of 10 state troopers who graduated on Friday from the 151st Trooper Recruit School, a recruit school for licensed police officers. During the ceremony in Lansing, Col. James F. Grady II, director of the Michigan State Police ...

Assisting Services celebrates annual picnic

The Alpena Bi-Path at autumn’s arrival

Autumn has arrived in Northeast Michigan, bringing crisp air and an invitation to experience the beauty of the Alpena Bi-Path as the seasons change and the fall colors arrive. As we continue to mark the anniversary of the Bi-Path and reflect on the Sestercentennial—the 250th anniversary of ...

General Motors invests $1.5M to advance STEM education in Michigan

LANSING— General Motors contributed $1.5 million to support the MiSTEM Network to advance innovation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in Michigan. The gift, bringing their total support to $2.5M, is focused on preparing Michigan students for high-demand ...