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Music at the library: Old songs for new people

Lifestyles June 9, 2026

ALPENA - On June 11, from 2-3 p.m. at the Alpena County Library, Ben Traverse will play songs our parents’ parents’ parents sang while growing up. There will be play parties, game songs, sing-alongs, and more. Through this program, participants will not only enjoy the music but will also learn about the historical and cultural contexts under which the music came into this world. Open to all ages. For more information or to listen to Ben's music, visit https://bentraversemusic.com/.

Alpena County votes no on Blackwaters deal

Local News June 9, 2026

ALPENA — On Tuesday at the monthly Alpena County Commissioners Finance, Ways, and Means meeting, commissioners voted to cease negotiations with Blackwaters NE LLC regarding the proposed entertainment complex and leasing agreement at the Alpena County Fairgrounds. Alpena County Commissioner ...

Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water

Michigan News June 9, 2026

DEXTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — On the kind of warm, bright afternoon that Michigan boaters wait all year for, Malik Amine and his brother readied their family’s pontoon boat for the summer. The cover was off and Portage Lake sparkled in the sun. But before the brothers could leave a narrow ...

Protect the places you love during PlayCleanGo Awareness Week, June 6-13

Local News June 9, 2026

LANSING — The Michigan Invasive Species Program is joining the North American Invasive Species Management Association to promote PlayCleanGo Awareness Week, June 6-13. The annual event aims to educate outdoor enthusiasts on the importance of stopping the spread of invasive species while ...

Charity at work for children

Lifestyles June 9, 2026

ALPENA — Where can families that need help with their children’s material needs like clothes, shoes, coats, boots, diapers, wipes, baby shampoo, and other essentials go? The Center of Charity, located on Lockwood Street in Alpena is open and going strong after a fire that closed it down ...

AAA: Michigan gas prices continue to fall

Michigan News June 9, 2026

DEARBORN - Gas prices in Michigan are down 21 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.17 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 61 cents less than this time last month but still 99 cents more than this time last year. Motorists are paying an average of ...