Thornton Family Named Honorary Chairs for Aliferis Race   Sun, 22 May 2022 06:02:30 EDT
MyMichigan Health Foundation is proud to announce Tom Thornton, M.D., his wife, Cathy, and their family as the Honorary Race Chairs for the Alpena Development Council’s 21st Annual Aliferis...

Governor Touts Small Business Growth in Michigan  Sun, 22 May 2022 06:02:11 EDT
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has released new data showing record small business growth.

Camping At State Parks Popular Again This Year   Sun, 22 May 2022 06:01:30 EDT
Camping at state parks in Michigan is once again popular this year.

The Search Is On For The State Christmas Tree   Sun, 22 May 2022 06:01:11 EDT
Some might say give summer or fall a chance, but state officials are looking further down the road for the states official Christmas tree to adorn the state capitol grounds for the 2022...

Sunday State News Summary  Sun, 22 May 2022 06:00:20 EDT
BABY FORMULA A Michigan lawmaker is leading efforts in Washington to ease the baby formula shortage. U.S.

Whitmer Declares State of Emergency After Tornado Hits Gaylord   Sat, 21 May 2022 09:39:32 EDT
While at an emergency operations center in Gaylord, Saturday Evening, Governor Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency for Otsego County after a tornado left significant damage to...

Eric Smith Sworn In As New Sheriff   Sat, 21 May 2022 06:02:44 EDT
Alpena County has a new sheriff. Previous Undersheriff Eric Smith takes over the reigns of the Sheriff Office effective Friday, succeeding the retiring Steve Kieliszewski.

ACC TRIO Talent Search Offering Students Interactive Camps In June   Sat, 21 May 2022 06:02:24 EDT
The TRIO Talent Search program at Alpena Community College announces their partnership with Northwood University for the Summer Institute day camp to be held in Alpena this June.

Great Lakes Water Levels Lower   Sat, 21 May 2022 06:02:04 EDT
Just a couple years after major flooding and erosion along the Great Lakes, it appears water levels have normalized. The latest forecast from the U.S.

Small Business Operators May See 236 Million In Covid Assistance   Sat, 21 May 2022 06:01:24 EDT
Its no secret, small businesses in Michigan and across the country have really struggled to stay alive for the last two years during the pandemic.

More Plan To Travel   Sat, 21 May 2022 06:01:06 EDT
The summer travel season is kicking into high gear and it could be thanks to the COVID-19 vaccine. Two years worth of pent-up demand is about to be unleashed this summer.

Saturday State News Summary  Sat, 21 May 2022 05:36:23 EDT
ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION SHOOTING-W MI Deputies from the Kent County Sheriffs' office currently looking for two shooters who fired shots at East Kentwood High School just south...

Kieliszewski Hangs Up The Holster - Turns In His Badge   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:03:48 EDT
After 35 years in law enforcement, Alpena County Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski wraps up his law enforcement career as he retires.

Alpena DDA Seeks To Expand Boundaries   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:03:30 EDT
A special meeting has been scheduled by the Alpena Downtown Development Authority - or DDA - as its Board of Directors reviews possible expansion of its borders.

ESD Approves Superintendent Contract  Fri, 20 May 2022 06:03:10 EDT
A contract is in place for Justin Gluesing, New Superintendent of the Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District (ESD).

ACC Board Approves Labor Contract With Educational Support Professional MEA/NEA   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:02:51 EDT
Alpena Community College Board of Trustees have approved of a new labor agreement with their Educational Support Professional MEA/NEA labor u nion.

APS - Brief Secure Mode Thursday Morning   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:02:33 EDT
Alpena Public School officials say Alpena High School and Thunder Bay Junior High High went into a brief secure mode Thursday morning.

City Officials Remind Residents Of Lawn Cutting and Debris Removal Requirements  Fri, 20 May 2022 06:02:14 EDT
The City of Alpena would like to remind all residents that City Ordinance requires cutting of lawns by the first day of June, July, August, September, October, and November, and as many...

PI Commissioners Review March Finances   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:01:54 EDT
Presque Isle County Treasurer Bridget LaLonde recently gave an update on the status of the county budget for through March, saying "Overall, taxes, and the budget is pretty much on target".

RC Council - Unusual Meeting Session   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:01:13 EDT
Rogers City Council members had an unusual meeting Monday.

Whitmer Proposes “MI Tax Rebate Right Now” $500 Tax Rebate   Fri, 20 May 2022 06:00:52 EDT
As fiscal agencies project additional revenue, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has proposed a plan to return 5-hundred dollars ($500.00) to working families from the state’s budget surplus.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 20 May 2022 05:05:51 EDT
GOVERNOR AND LEGISLATURE PASS COMPETING TAX CUT PLANS Both Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Republican-led Legislature are proposing new plans to cut taxes -- but remain at odds over the...

New COVID-19 Transmissions Prompt Personal Safety Considerations   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:03:21 EDT
With proms, band concerts, graduations and other spring activity, District Health Department No.

NRTF Grants Proposed For Regional NE Lower Michigan Projects   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:03:00 EDT
Officials of the State Natural Resources Trust Fund have proposed a variety of grant awards for recreational projects in Northeast Lower Michigan.

Blue Lakes Fire Response In Final Stages - Wildlife Returning   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:02:40 EDT
As DNR fire crews continue to identify and mop up hot spots within the 25-hundred (2,516) acre Blue Lakes Fire in Montmorency and Cheboygan Counties, all roads and the Black River have...

Road Closure In Alpena Township   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:02:20 EDT
Charter Township of Alpena officials say there will be a road closure for utility repairs today (Thursday).

AMA ESD Board Reviews Finances for April 2022  Thu, 19 May 2022 06:02:00 EDT
Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District Board of Education members reviewed and accepted financial statements for the month of April.

RC Council Allows Vacation Rentals of Boats in City Marina   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:01:41 EDT
You will be able to rent a boat as a vacation rental property in the Rogers City Marina this summer.

Alcona Deputies - 102 Complaints   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:01:21 EDT
It was a very busy week for Alcona Sheriff Deputies in the past week, as they responded to 102 calls for service.

Michigan Jobless Rate Declines During April   Thu, 19 May 2022 06:00:40 EDT
Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate receded by one-tenth of a percentage point between March and April to 4.3 percent.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 19 May 2022 08:44:27 EDT
GRAND RAPIDS SHOOTING UPDATE A prosecutor says he will only decide whether to charge a West Michigan police officer in last month's fatal shooting of Patrick Lyoya -- after he finishes...

Parking Still An Issue In Alpena   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:03:26 EDT
There has been much discussion about parking in Downtown Alpena, with enforcement, complaints, suggestions and ideas on how to address the issue.

APS Officials - An Apology And Pledge to Improve   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:03:06 EDT
Alpena Public School officials are offering an apology and pledge to do better after racist words, homophobic statements, and anti-semitic and vulgar symbols, had been painted on a rock...

Atlanta Community School Board Hires Superintendents   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:02:46 EDT
The Atlanta Community Schools recently signed a contract with Tony Suszek as its Superintendent for the next two years.

Alcona Health Center Celebrates Opening of New Building   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:02:28 EDT
Alcona Health Center (AHC) commemorated the opening of their new medical facility in Iosco County with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Tuesday (17th).

Smoke Detector Installation Program On Alpena Northside   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:02:09 EDT
The City of Alpena Fire Department and the American Red Cross are teaming up to install free smoke alarms on Alpena’s Northside on Thursday (May 19th), between 4:30 and 8:30 p.m.

Blue Lakes Fire 98% Contained - Roads Reopen - Caution Urged   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:01:51 EDT
The Blue Lakes Fire in the Northeastern Lower Peninsula is now 98% contained. As a result, all road closures in the fire area have been lifted including a stretch of the Black River.

Allor Holds Office Hours   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:01:34 EDT
106th State House Representative Sue Allor (R-Wolverine) will be holding office hours in the district starting this week. On Friday May 20th, she will be at the Tawas City Hall from 11 a.

EMS Week In Michigan   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:01:16 EDT
In case you are not aware, this week is Emergency Medical Service or EMS recognition week in Michigan.

AHS Athletes Honored At Banquet   Wed, 18 May 2022 06:00:35 EDT
Senior athletes, coaches and their families gathered at the APLEX for an evening to celebrate Wildcat athletic accomplishments as their high school careers come to a close.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 18 May 2022 05:51:26 EDT
MICHIGAN ABORTION A judge has suspended Michigan's dormant ban on abortion -- saying it likely violates the state constitution. The law makes it a crime to assist in an abortion.

Alpena Council Considers Expansion Of Social District  Tue, 17 May 2022 06:03:23 EDT
During their meeting Monday evening (May 17th), Alpena City Council tabled a request to expand the current social district in the downtown area.

Alpena Council Approves Purchase Agreement For US 23 North Property   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:03:05 EDT
Following a closed session Monday, the Alpena City Council approved a purchase agreement for a parcel on the approximately 93 acre City-owned property on US 23 North near Hamilton Road.

22-Hundred Acre Blue Lakes Fire Now 75% Contained   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:02:45 EDT
Firefighters say as of Sunday evening, a wildfire in Montmorency and Cheboygan counties is about 75 percent contained, having burned around 22-hundred acres, a lower estimate than before.

MSP - Onaway Man Dead After Motorcycle Accident  Tue, 17 May 2022 06:03:41 EDT
An Onaway man is dead after a motorcycle accident Saturday in Ocqueoc Township, according to the Michigan State Police (MSP) Alpena Post.

Alcona Deputies Investigate Malicious Destruction Of Property Incident   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:02:09 EDT
Alcona Sheriff Deputies are investigating a malicious Destruction of Property incident and are asking for citizens help to solve the case.

RC Council Approves 2022-23 Budget   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:01:50 EDT
Following a public hearing in which no comment was received, Rogers City Council members approved a proposed budget Monday for the 2022-23 year.

HPC Credit Union Fourth of July Parade Registrations Being Accepted   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:01:32 EDT
Registration forms are now being accepted for the HPC Credit Union 4th of July Parade.

NRC Changes Lake Huron Lake Trout - Splake Regulations   Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:51 EDT
The Michigan natural Resources Commission has approved a fishing regulation change regarding lake trout and splake in Lake Huron.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 17 May 2022 05:39:32 EDT
ABBOTT PRODUCTION TO RESUME Infant formula maker Abbott says it's reached an agreement with U.S.

27-Hundred Acre Blue Lakes Fire Now 60% Contained   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:02:37 EDT
Firefighters say as of Sunday evening, a wildfire in Montmorency and Cheboygan counties is about 60 percent contained, having burned around 27-hundred acres.

Pro- and Anti Abortion Supporters Rally Sunday   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:02:20 EDT
With a United States Supreme Court ruling pending - and many believe expected to overturn Roe Vs Wade a landmark 1973 Supreme Court ruling concerning abortion rights - supporters on both...

Road Closure In Alpena Township   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:02:03 EDT
Charter Township of Alpena officials say there will be a road closure for utility repairs today (Monday).

Presque Isle Deputies - 39 Calls For Service - 34 Hundred Miles   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:01:45 EDT
Presque Isle County Sheriff Deputies logged over 34-hundred (3,421) road miles this past week.

Montmorency Agencies - 106 Calls For Service   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:01:28 EDT
Montmorency County emergency service agencies responded to 106 calls for service in the past week.

Gas Prices Hit All time High In Michigan   Mon, 16 May 2022 06:00:48 EDT
The price at the pump hit a new all time high this past week as "AAA" of Michigan reports the state average price for regular up nearly six cents at $4.39 ($4.38.6) a gallon for regular,...

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 16 May 2022 07:18:56 EDT
SKY BRIDGE MICHIGAN SkyBridge Michigan, a 1,200-foot long suspension bridge, being built at Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls, Michigan, reached a major milestone in its construction...

Alpena Students Attend National Business Competition   Sun, 15 May 2022 06:02:04 EDT
Alpena High School Business Professionals of America (BPA) Chapter students Arlene Dai, Nick Lusardi and Nik Jones recently qualified to compete in the National Leadership Conference in...

New - Used - Plow Truck for Rogers City   Sun, 15 May 2022 06:01:46 EDT
The City of Rogers City will be getting a plow truck at a substantial savings.

PI Commissioners Sell Surplus Property - Take Bids For Other   Sun, 15 May 2022 06:01:07 EDT
Presque Isle County Commissioners recently sold off a number of surplus property items after accepting bids.

Sunday State News Summary  Sun, 15 May 2022 06:00:28 EDT
CHILD PULLED FROM LAKE A child has been pulled from Ellsworth Lake in the Village of Ellsworth in northern Michigan.

Blue Lakes Forest Fire Consumes 2,000 Plus Acres   Sat, 14 May 2022 08:32:06 EDT
Michigan Department of Natural Resources firefighters and local partners are working to contain a wildfire in Montmorency and Cheboygan counties estimated at over 2,000 acres as of 9 p.m.

Rogers City Optimist Club Makes Donation to Patient Tower   Sat, 14 May 2022 06:02:09 EDT
The Optimist Club of Rogers City, recently presented a check of a thousand dollars to go towards construction of the MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena new patient tower.

ACC Board Acknowledged Gifts and Pledges for March 2022  Sat, 14 May 2022 06:01:51 EDT
Alpena Community College (ACC) Board of Trustees recently reviewed pledges and gifts received by the college and its foundation between March 9th and April 12th.

MacArthur - Smaller Soo Lock Delayed Opening   Sat, 14 May 2022 06:01:10 EDT
Completing maintenance on one of the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie has taken longer than expected and remains closed to shipping traffic.

Saturday State News Summary  Sat, 14 May 2022 06:00:28 EDT
GOP DEBATE Eight Republican candidates for Michigan governor , with one notable absence , held a debate Thursday night.

Alpena Fire Crews Respond To House Fire  Fri, 13 May 2022 08:54:36 EDT
Alpena City Fire crews responded to a house fire Thursday evening. Authorities say just after 7:00 p.m.

Sources Of Refuse In Regional Landfills An Interesting Mix   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:03:11 EDT
The sources of materials sent to landfills in the region is an interesting mixture of sources and types of material.

ACC Holds Commencement Exercises   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:02:53 EDT
Alpena Community College held graduation exercises Thursday, which was an event that was getting somewhat back to normal.

NOAA Seeks Five Persons For Sanctuary Advisory Council   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:02:34 EDT
Efforts are underway to recruit five persons and five alternates to join the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary advisory council.

About Ten Grand To Go   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:02:16 EDT
Alpena Chamber of Commerce officials say they only have around 10-thousand dollars ($10,000.00) to go in hitting their 23-thousand dollar ($23,000.00) goal for the annual 4th of July...

Alpena Exchange Club to Honor Community Volunteer With Award   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:01:57 EDT
The Alpena Exchange Club will be honoring an individual of the community and are soliciting names for the "Book of Golden Deeds" award.

Mayor Waligora - May is Older Americans Month  Fri, 13 May 2022 06:01:38 EDT
Alpena Mayor Matt Waligora has proclaimed May as “Older Americans Month” In the proclamation, it states that “The City of Alpena, and the Counties of Presque Isle, Alpena, Alcona, and...

RC Council Meeting One Day Earlier   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:01:20 EDT
Rogers City Council Members will be meeting one day earlier than usual next week (16). The council meets on the first and third Tuesday of the month.

Abbott - No Evidence Linking Formulas To Illnesses   Fri, 13 May 2022 06:00:40 EDT
Abbott Nutrition says it could soon start producing baby formula again at its southwest Michigan facility.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 13 May 2022 03:40:23 EDT
INMATE CHARGED WITH THREATENING INGHAM COUNTY JUDGE An inmate is facing a new felony after mailing a threatening letter to the Ingham County judge who sentenced him.

AHS Students Learn Dangers Of Alcohol And Drug Use On Prom Night   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:03:40 EDT
Far too often we hear about high school students being killed in an auto crash or other incident connected to alcohol or drug use.

Red Flag Warning - Elevated Wildfire Fire Danger   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:03:20 EDT
The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a red flag warning, until 8:00 this evening for the majority of Northern lower Michigan.

ESD Board Approves Labor Contracts   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:03:02 EDT
The Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District board approved ratifying contracts with the AMA Support Staff and Paraprofessionals.

Alpena County Officers Honored   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:02:42 EDT
Alpena County Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski recently announced that two of his officers were selected for special honors.

Alpena Hospital Earns "C" Safety Grade   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:02:22 EDT
MyMichigan Health Medical Centers Alpena recently received a "C" grade for safety, from the Leapfrog Group, an independent national watchdog organization committed to health care quality...

Charter Township of Oscoda Receives Redevelopment Ready Community Certification   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:02:02 EDT
For its efforts in establishing a solid foundation to attract private investment and further build on municipality assets, The Charter Township of Oscoda has been awarded the Redevelopment...

Bird Flu Halts Exhibitions   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:01:42 EDT
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has announced that poultry and waterfowl exhibitions in Michigan have been stopped until the state goes 30 days without a new...

EGLE Releases Annual Solid Waste Report   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:01:23 EDT
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy or EGLE, has released its 26th annual solid waste report, which shows a three percent decrease of waste going into Michigan...

Voters To Consider Term Limit Extension - Financial Disclosure For Lawmakers   Thu, 12 May 2022 06:00:43 EDT
Michigan voters will consider a resolution on the November 20-22 ballot to revise the state's term limits law and require state elected officials to disclose their personal financial...

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 12 May 2022 04:42:59 EDT
LATEST COVID STATS The state health department is out with it's weekly update on COVID-19 cases, deaths and hospitalizations. The numbers are up across the board from last week.

Gluesing - New AMA-ESD Superintendent   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:03:30 EDT
A familiar face will be returning to Alpena.

Alpena City Fire Responds To House Fire Tuesday   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:03:09 EDT
Alpena City Fire Crews responded to a house fire in the 300 Block of Saginaw Street Tuesday afternoon.

Jump Bags Purchased For Alpena Township First Responders   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:02:49 EDT
In regular session Tuesday, Charter Township of Alpena Trustees approved purchasing Jump Bags for Medical First Responders.

City Asks For Help Locating Suspects - Portable Toilets Vandalized   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:02:29 EDT
City of Alpena officials say some portable toilets placed throughout the City of Alpena for public use have recently been vandalized and / or tipped over.

Roll Over Crash Injures Cheboygan Man   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:02:07 EDT
A 27 year old Cheboygan man was injured as the result of a roll over crash Sunday afternoon.

Alpena County Finances - Budget Tracking As Expected   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:01:47 EDT
Alpena County finances were tracking as expected during the month of April.

Alpena Public Schools Announce Top 10% Of 2022 Class - CTE Winners   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:01:05 EDT
Alpena High School and The Besser Foundation recognized a group of students who are in the top 10% of their class with the 38th annual Excellence in Education Award.

Grim Outlook - Gas Prices Reach New Record High   Wed, 11 May 2022 06:00:46 EDT
Its a grim outlook as a previous March record falls, and a new national record average price at the pump for a gallon of gas reached $4.36 a gallon.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 11 May 2022 05:40:59 EDT
MICHIGAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION CONFERENCE The Michigan Historic Preservation Network is reaching out across the state in search of great items for the silent auction that is a highlight...

AMA ESD Distributes Over 1-Point-4 Million To Local Districts   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:03:38 EDT
Officials of the Alpena - Montmorency - Alcona Educational Service District (AMA-ESD) say they have distributed over 1-point-four million dollars to local member school districts.

Reuse Of Road Surface Material On Alpena Road Moves Forward  Tue, 10 May 2022 06:03:17 EDT
Alpena Road Commission board members have approved of using recycled pavement on an Alpena County gravel road surface in a test project.

Fire Destroys Cabin - Two Persons Escape Blaze In Presque Isle County   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:02:57 EDT
Two people narrowly escaped a fire that destroyed a cabin in Presque Isle County Early Sunday morning.

Alpena Council Approves Revised Lease Agreements  Tue, 10 May 2022 06:02:36 EDT
City of Alpena officials recently approved revised lease agreements with All Marine and Storage, LLC and Cochon, LLC for the Alpena Marina store and shop areas.

Mac Avenue - Intermittent Road Closures   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:02:15 EDT
Charter Township of Alpena officials say a portion of Mac Avenue, off Henery Street, will have intermittent road closures for necessary utility repairs today (Tuesday), from 7:30 a.m.

ACC Student Named to 2022 Phi Theta Kappa Academic Team   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:01:53 EDT
An Alpena Community College student was named to the 2022 Phi Theta Kappa All-Michigan Academic Team. Only one students was honored this year; Olivia Hemker.

Alcona Deputies 69 Complaints   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:01:32 EDT
Alcona Sheriff Deputies responded to 69 complaints in the past week.

Grand Traverse County Masks Up   Tue, 10 May 2022 06:00:51 EDT
Just ahead of the busy tourist season -- people in Grand Traverse County are being advised to wear masks indoors, based on guidance from the CDC.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 10 May 2022 04:23:46 EDT
POLICE MEMORIAL CEREMONY Ferris State University will hold its 17th Annual Police Memorial Ceremony.

HUNT Annual Report - Meth Use Consuming Teams Time And Energy   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:03:38 EDT
Methamphetamine has apparently become the largest problem drug for the Huron Undercover Narcotics Team, or HUNT.

AMA-ESD Superintendent Search Narrows to Two Finalists  Mon, 09 May 2022 06:03:56 EDT
The Alpena-Montmorency-Alcona Educational Service District (AMA-ESD) Board of Education has selected two finalists for the position of Superintendent, both who are known in the region.

Alpena County Recreation Committee - 658K In Requests   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:03:00 EDT
The Alpena County Youth and Recreation committee will have a tough task of reviewing 30 grant applications for funding considerations.

Sanborn School Named Imagine Learning School of Excellence Award Winner   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:02:42 EDT
Educators of Alpena Public School - Specifically Sanborn Elementary are beaming with pride as the school was selected by Imagine Learning as a 2021-2022 School of Excellence The...

Red Flag Warning - Elevated Wildfire Fire Danger   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:02:24 EDT
The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a red flag warning, until 8:00 this evening for the majority of Northern lower Michigan.

No Injuries As Sunday Fire Destroys Barn   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:02:05 EDT
A fire totally destroyed a barn west of Ossineke near Spruce Road Sunday afternoon.

Presque Isle Deputies - 47 Calls For Service - 38 Hundred Miles   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:01:46 EDT
Presque Isle County Sheriff Deputies logged over 38-hundred (3,884) road miles this past week.

Montmorency Agencies - 98 Calls For Service   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:01:27 EDT
Montmorency County emergency service agencies responded to 98 calls for service in the past week.

Gas Prices Soar In Past Week   Mon, 09 May 2022 06:00:45 EDT
The state average price of $4.33 ($4.32.8) for a gallon of regular gas jumped by at least 30 cents and higher in many areas last week, which is a dollar 37 higher than last year.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 09 May 2022 05:28:47 EDT
EMU ASST FOOTBALL COACH DIES Counselors will be at Eastern Michigan University today after an assistant football coach died.

Tough Times For Small Business   Sun, 08 May 2022 06:02:07 EDT
A new report shows the nations small businesses are falling farther behind and their list of complaints is getting longer.

AMA ESD Board Reviews Finances for March 2022  Sun, 08 May 2022 06:01:47 EDT
During their most recent meeting, Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District Board of Education members reviewed and accepted financial statements for the month of March.

Mothers Day Spending   Sun, 08 May 2022 06:01:07 EDT
How much have you spent for your mother for this Mothers Day ? New data from Monifi showed how much people planned to spend this Mother’s Day in individual states.

Alpena Patients to Benefit From Local Church Groups Donation   Sat, 07 May 2022 06:02:13 EDT
Patients receiving treatment at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena are being comforted during their stay with a stuffed animal, thanks to a donation from a local church group, The Forget Me...

ESD Approves Bid for Removal and Replacement of Asphalt at Pied Piper  Sat, 07 May 2022 06:01:32 EDT
Alpena Monemorency Alcona Educational Service District Board members approved a bid for the removal and replacement of asphalt at Pied Piper School.

Google Provides Billions For Michigan   Sat, 07 May 2022 06:01:13 EDT
According to a new economic Impact report, Michigan received billions of dollars from Google last year.

Saturday State News Summary  Sat, 07 May 2022 05:43:18 EDT
OXFORD FAMILIES Parents in the Oxford Community Schools say they're still waiting for answers from the school board about the deadly shooting last November.

Alpena Council Settles Lawsuit Over Marijuana Retail Store   Fri, 06 May 2022 06:03:13 EDT
Meeting in special session Thursday, Alpena City Council members voted to approve issuance of a permit to Meds Cafe, a proposed retail marijuana store on Campbell Street near Ripley.

Alpena Council Hears Budget Presentation  Fri, 06 May 2022 06:02:54 EDT
The City of Alpena heard a preliminary budget presentation.

M-65 Resurfacing in Alpena and Alcona Counties Starts Monday   Fri, 06 May 2022 06:02:35 EDT
The Michigan Department of Transportation - or MDOT - will be renovating 27 miles of M-65 road surface starting Monday (09).

ACC Board of Trustees Hears Financial Report Through March 2022  Fri, 06 May 2022 06:02:16 EDT
During their most recent meeting, Alpena Community College (ACC) Board of Trustees heard a financial report through March.

DHD#4 - May Hepatitis Awareness Month   Fri, 06 May 2022 06:01:58 EDT
District Health #4 reminds residents May is Hepatitis Awareness Month and May 19th Hepatitis Testing Day.

ESD Authorizes Issuance of Contracts to Staff Groups  Fri, 06 May 2022 06:01:40 EDT
The Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District Board of Education (AMA-ESD) recently authorized issuance of contracts to multiple groups of staff.

Soo Locks Visitor Center Opens For 2022 Season   Fri, 06 May 2022 06:01:22 EDT
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is opening the Soo Locks Visitor Center in Canal Park at 10 a.m. Sunday (May 8). Visitor Center hours for the month of May are 10 a.m.

DTMB Releases Summer Job Market Forecast For Michigan Teens   Fri, 06 May 2022 06:00:42 EDT
The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget has released its summer (June-August) teen employment forecast for 2022.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 06 May 2022 04:29:59 EDT
GROUPS TALK TO LAWMAKERS ABOUT LOW-INCOME HOUSING Several groups came together on Thursday to advocate for the MI Affordable, Healthy Homes proposal.

On Line News Is Back !  Thu, 05 May 2022 09:05:47 EDT
On Line News Is Back ! A Server Crash last weekend caused us "some problems" in the past week, including absence of posting on line news.

Alpena Council Considering Water/Sewer Rate Increase  Thu, 05 May 2022 06:03:32 EDT
The City of Alpena will consider increasing Water/Sewer Rates for the next fiscal year.

Committee Approves RFP For Old Alpena Jail  Thu, 05 May 2022 06:03:15 EDT
The Alpena Commissioners Facilities, Capitol and Strategic Planning Committee has approved of releasing a request for proposal (RFP) drafted by the County Administrator to sell the old...

Alpena Township Board Holds Off On Disposing Of Old Ambulance   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:02:57 EDT
Charter Township of Alpena Board members have decided to hold off on selling an old ambulance.

Alpena Woman Arrested For Coercing Victims Of Sexual Assault   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:03:49 EDT
State Police of Alpena have arrested a 29 year old Alpena Woman for coercing victims of sexual assault.

APS Releases New Notification App   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:02:22 EDT
Alpena Public School officials say they have released a new app for your phone.

Alpena Fish Cleaning Station Opens   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:02:04 EDT
Alpena City officials have announced that the Fish Cleaning Station at the City Marina is now open 24-hours a day for the season.

Crowdfunding Campaign Launched for Rogers City Westminster Park Project   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:01:46 EDT
A “Crowdfunding Campaign” has been launched for the Rogers City Westminster Park Bandshell / Gazebo restoration project.

RC Council Introduces Zoning Ordinance Updates   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:01:28 EDT
Rogers City Council members recently approved of first readings of some ordinance revisions and updates.

New State Police District Commander Assigned To Gaylord   Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:48 EDT
A new State Police District 7 Commander has been assigned to the regions Gaylord headquarters.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 05 May 2022 05:30:32 EDT
BUY NEARBY GRANT Michigan Retailers Association has announced that the Michigan communities of Ada, Cadillac, St.

Bird Flu Found In Presque Isle County   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:03:10 EDT
District #4 Health Department officials say there has been a confirmed case of Avian Influenza, or so called Bird Flu in Presque Isle County.

Some Big Changes In Store For Presque Isle County Commissioners   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:02:53 EDT
After expiration of a recent election filing deadline, there will be some big changes to the Presque Isle County Commissioner board.

APS Students Represent Alpena Career And Tech Program At State Capitol   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:02:35 EDT
A group of Alpena High School students met with state lawmakers, showcasing Alpena Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs.

US-23 Crash Sends Woman To Hospital   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:02:17 EDT
A two vehicle crash on US-23 North of Alpena Near Bloom Road sent a woman to the hospital Thursday afternoon.

New Food Truck Requirements In City Of Alpena   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:01:58 EDT
City of Alpena officials say if you own and plan to operate a food truck in the city of Alpena, you have to comply with new requirements.

DNR - Plant More Trees   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:01:40 EDT
On this Arbor day, the DNR is pledging to plant 50 million trees by 2030, and they invite residents to help 'plant it forward'.

Lose Weight Or Incur 2 Grand In Debt   Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:01:23 EDT
Would you rather lose 20 pounds of weight, or incur two thousand dollars of debt? It turns out that Michigan residents are more concerned about their fitness debt than their financial...

MSP - 265 Road Deaths So Far This Year  Fri, 29 Apr 2022 06:00:43 EDT
The Michigan State Police (MSP) have released the number of road deaths so far this year. 12 people died on Michigan roadways since last week making a total of 265 this year.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 29 Apr 2022 04:32:38 EDT
LYOYA REPORT TURNED OVER TO KENT COUNTY PROSECUTORS State Police detectives have turned over a partial report to the Kent County Prosecutor's office, as they continue investigating the...

Committee Approves Development Of RFP For Old Alpena Jail   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:03:46 EDT
The Alpena Commissioners Facilities, Capitol and Strategic Planning Committee has recommended the County Administrator prepare a request for proposal, or RFP to sell the old Alpena County...

Alpena Area And Calcite Credit Unions To Merge   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:03:27 EDT
Officials of the Alpena Area Credit Union and Calcite Credit Union have announced their intention to merge the two financial organizations.

S&P Global Raises Alpena Public Schools Credit Rating   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:03:08 EDT
It was some good financial news for Alpena Public Schools. The district earned an improved credit rating from Standard and Poors Global, the world’s largest credit rating agency.

Catherine Moe - Alpena Zonta Club Woman Of The Year   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:04:04 EDT
During the 56th Annual Alpena Woman of the Year banquet sponsored by the Zonta Club of Alpena, Catherine Moe was named “Woman of the Year”.

League Of Women Voters Dedicate Park Bench Honoring Sue Maxwell   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:02:32 EDT
The League Of Woman Voters of Northeast Michigan will be holding a dedication ceremony of a park bench honoring former member Sue Maxwell.

Fatal Crash Claims Life Of Onaway Man   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:02:13 EDT
A 54 year old Onaway man lost his life Wednesday (27) morning in two vehicle crash. State Police identified the victim as Neil Kenneth Cruse, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

ACC Board Pre-Approves Purchase of Computer Equipment  Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:01:55 EDT
Alpena Community College (ACC) is looking to purchase new computer equipment. Officials say, during the pandemic in 2020 and 2021, ACC did not purchase new computers.

Alpena City Council City Recognizes Arbor Day  Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:01:37 EDT
Alpena Mayor Matt Waligora and Alpena City Council members issued a proclamation recognizing Friday (April 29th), as Arbor Day.

Second Avenue Bridge Maintainance Lifts Start Today   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:57 EDT
Beginning mid-afternoon today (Thursday, April 28th), and continuing on Friday (April 29th), the contractor for the City of Alpena will be performing maintenance on the Second Avenue Bridge.

Seasonal Weight Restrictions Lifted On Alpena County Roads On Friday   Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:38 EDT
Seasonal Weight Restrictions will be lifted on all Alpena County Primary and Local Roads, beginning at 8:00 a.m., Friday, April 29, 2022.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:48:04 EDT
GRAND RAPIDS POLICE UNION The union representing police officers in Grand Rapids is defending the officer who shot motorist Patrick Lyoya in the back of the head.

Alpena Commissioners Accept Equalization Reports   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:03:43 EDT
As part of an annual requirement, Ted Somers, Alpena County Equalization Director presented Alpena County Commissioners with the county equalization report.

Fire Destroys Warehouse - Auto Storage Business Facility   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:03:22 EDT
An automobile storage warehouse / business was destroyed by fire Tuesday afternoon.

Alpena Man Charged With Home Invasion - Larceny Charges   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:03:02 EDT
A 31 year old man was arrested and charged with home invasion and larceny charges.

One Injured After High Speed Chase In Rogers City   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:02:41 EDT
One person was injured in a high speed chase in Rogers City Sunday that resulted in a car crashing into a house.

APS Makes 2022 U.S. News and World Report Best High Schools List   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:02:21 EDT
U.S. News and World Report ranked Alpena High School in the top 25% of high schools in the State of Michigan and in the top 28% Nationally.

Leadercast Event 2022 in May   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:02:00 EDT
The Alpena Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Leadercast broadcast at Alpena Community College's Granum Theatre on Wednesday (May 4th).

Frost Laws Lifted In Some Areas   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:01:20 EDT
Seasonal Weight and Speed Restrictions have been removed In Alcona and Presque Isle County as of 6:30 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. respectively this (Wednesday) morning (27th).

Alpena Lawn And Brush Pick Ups Next Week   Wed, 27 Apr 2022 06:01:03 EDT
Officials from the City of Alpena have announced that a bagged lawn and brush pickup is scheduled for next week (May 2nd - 7th).

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 27 Apr 2022 05:31:02 EDT
MCC COMMENCEMENT Michigan Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist will deliver the commencement address for Mott Community Colleges graduation ceremonies on Saturday, April 30, at 2 p.m.

UPDATE - Alpena Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski Announces Retirement   Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:04:00 EDT
After 35 years in law enforcement, Alpena County Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski has formally announced his intention to retire, effective May 20th.

Alpena Township Approves Marijuana Ordinances   Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:04:17 EDT
Charter Township of Alpena Trustees have approved of ordinances regarding zoning of and licensing of medical / adult marijuana dispensaries.

Undersheriff Eric Smith Will Pursue Sheriff Spot   Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:03:27 EDT
After Alpena County Sheriff, Steve Kieliszewski announced his retirement Monday, current Undersheriff Eric Smith said he would submit his name as a candidate to be appointed to the...

Alpena Mayor Waligora - April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month  Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:03:11 EDT
Alpena Mayor Matt Waligora has named April "Child Abuse Prevention Month" in the city.

Alcona Deputies - 57 Complaints In past Week   Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:58 EDT
Alcona Sheriff Deputies handled 57 complaints in the past week. Calls included making one arrest on a warrant, while also issuing one citation during eight traffic stops.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:13:14 EDT
CHILDREN'S TRUST FUND The Childrens Trust Fund within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is sponsoring its 14th annual Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Day Rally today...

Alpena Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski Announces Retirement   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:45:23 EDT
After 35 years with the County of Alpena, Sheriff Steve Kieliszewski has formally announced his intention to retire, effective May 20th.

High Speed Chase Results In Woman Taken Into Custody   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 12:44:23 EDT
A high speed chase from Onaway to Rogers City resulted in a woman taken into custody Friday morning.

Major Presque Isle County Emergency Exercise To Be Held In July 2023   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:20:41 EDT
A major emergency exercise is in development and will be held in 2023 at the Port of Calcite.

Alpena Township Board Reconsiders Issuing Newsletter   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:02:43 EDT
Charter township Board of Trustee members will be reconsidering development and publishing a newsletter.

Alpena Man Wins 1-Million Mega Millions Prize   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:02:25 EDT
An Alpena man won a million dollars in the Michigan State Lottery.

City of Alpena Water/Waste Water Utility Office Closed Later Today  Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:02:08 EDT
The City of Alpena has announced that the Water/Waste Water Utility Office will be closed today (April 25th), at 4 p.m. for computer upgrades and will reopen tomorrow, (April 26th) at 8 a.m.

Long Rapids Road - Road Closure   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:01:50 EDT
Long Rapids Road, between Woodland Drive and Kelly Road, in the Charter Township of Alpena, will have intermittent lane closures today for necessary utility repairs.

Montmorency Agencies - 72 Calls For Service   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:01:33 EDT
Montmorency emergency service agencies responded to 72 calls for service in the past week. Deputies made two arrests, one each for Operating While intoxicated and another on a warrant.

Gas Price Average Increases Nearly Three Cents At the Pump   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:00:53 EDT
The price of $3.94 for a gallon of regular gas increased by nearly three cents in the past week, which is a dollar 11 ($1.11) higher than last year.

Covid - Third Leading Cause Of Death In 2021   Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:00:33 EDT
Covid-19 became the third leading cause of death in the U.S. -- and impacted some communities more than others.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:37:42 EDT
PFAS ROUNDTABLE Michigans three major research universities Michigan State University, the University of Michigan and Wayne State University working together through Michigans University...

ACC - Approval for Purchase of a Class A Combination Vehicle  Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:05:52 EDT
Alpena Community College Board members preapproved the purchase of up to two semi-truck and semi-trailer vehicles.

Enrollment In Most Major Universities In Michigan Drops In Last Decade   Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:03:46 EDT
Enrollment is down at 80% of Michigan's 15 public universities over the last decade.

Michigan Exports - 19 Percent Growth   Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:03:21 EDT
Governor Whitmer says state of Michigan food, agriculture, and forest product exports experienced a 19 percent year-over-year growth in 2021.

48-Hundred Dollars Average Cost To Motorists For Deficient Roads   Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:01:46 EDT
Michigan's bumpy roads and potholes are really shaking up drivers and their wallets.

Sunday State News Summary  Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:00:22 EDT
WATER RESCUE-W MI A 51-year-old Livonia man was been rescued in west Michigan's Spring Lake, west of Grand Rapids, after his boat flipped over Wednesday afternoon.

RC Council Approves Harbor Advisory Committee Appointments   Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:04:04 EDT
Two Rogers City Residents were recently reappointed to serve on the Rogers City Harbor Advisory Committee.

Coast Guard Training Exercise In Straits   Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:02:04 EDT
More vessels will be visible on the Straits of Mackinac in St. Ignace and Mackinaw City next week as the U.S. Coast Guard will be conducting training exercises (26-27).

Bridge Cards - Extra Food Stipend   Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:01:46 EDT
People who receive food assistance from the state will continue to get more money on their Bridge Cards to offset the high cost of food.

Signs With Mistakes Slated For Replacement   Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:01:28 EDT
Some road signs in west Michigan in the Grand Rapids area are going to need to be replaced, as mistakes have been spotted on three signs.

COA Rules in Alleged Antrim County Election Fraud Case   Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:01:10 EDT
The Michigan Court of Appeals issued a published decision affirming the Antrim County Circuit Court’s dismissal in the case of William Bailey v Antrim County, which challenged the 2020...

Saturday State News Summary  Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:00:30 EDT
OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING-DETROIT Detroit Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday Morning at a gas station.

Regional Jobless Rates Recede In Michigan During March   Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:03:06 EDT
Not seasonally adjusted unemployment rates fell in all 17 Michigan labor market areas during March, down to 4-point-4 percent.

ACC Receives Health-Care Career Development Grant  Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:02:49 EDT
Alpena Community College recently was awarded a $180,000 Health-Care Career Pathway Development grant from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO).