I’ve wanted to share something of my experience with dating for a while, but I haven’t figured out the right approach. I’m still a bit unsure. I drafted a piece a couple weeks ago, titled it “Hill of Lilies”, and then scrapped the whole thing. Something about it was too raw, too ...
ALPENA — Dr. Mary Morris joins Alpena Public Schools (APS) as the new Director of Specialized Instruction for the 2026/2027 school year, according to an APS press release. APS stated that Morris earned her bachelor’s and master's degrees at Saginaw Valley State University and was awarded ...
Everyone says “Not In My Backyard”. Recently the extension of Third Avenue to Tamarac Road (?) was suggested citing emergency vehicles could get there faster. People who built or bought very expensive homes protested. The Fairgrounds lies within the city limits. Homes were built along the ...
The purpose of serving on a school board is to govern with an unbiased perspective, keeping decisions focused with the best interest of students & the school system. It involves following established policy, respecting leadership and professional input from the superintendent, seeking legal ...
I am a proud product of public education. My entire K-12 experience was within Alpena Public Schools. Dedicated professional school staff including food service, custodians, teachers, and school secretaries set me up for long-term success. Without my public education I would not be where I ...
I applaud the current school board we currently have. Despite the political witch hunt by a politically motivated group of people seeking a recall, the Alpena School Board is showing every day that the education and success of our students is the most important goal to them. They mentioned ...