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Alpena’s Allen finishes 31st at state cross country championships

BROOKLYN – Alpena junior Xander Allen posted his best state-meet finish Saturday, placing 31st in the MHSAA Division 1 cross country championships at Michigan International Speedway. Allen, competing at the state finals for the third straight year, ran 15 minutes, 43.7 seconds. The time ...

Michigan sees rise in Bitcoin kiosk scams

LANSING – Financial scams involving bitcoin kiosks are being increasingly reported across the state. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, 368 complaints were filed with the agency related to bitcoin kiosks scams, with an estimated loss of $12 million in 2025. Bitcoin is a ...

Soup sale at Brush Creek Mill

HILLMAN — Approximately 90 quarts of a variety of soups will be prepared for the Brush Creek Mill's annual soup sale on Thursday from 10 a.m. -until 3:00 p.m. Be sure to mark your calendar to stop by and stock up for hunt camp, a cold blustery day or just a break from cooking. All proceeds benefit the Mill operation and keep the wheel going round.