No Injuries In Early Morning House Fire   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 16:37:00 EDT
Alpena City firefighters responded to a structure fire at 311 Clinton Street at 2:45 early Saturday morning.

Alpena School Board Adjusts Budget   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 07:02:19 EDT
Meeting in teleconference session, Alpena School Board members recently made an amendment to the schools 2019-20 budget that ends later this summer.

Alpena Salvation Army in Alpena Gets A "Cool" Gift   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 07:01:57 EDT
The Salvation Army was the recent recipient of a rather cool gift.

New Dog - Cold Protection Law   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 07:01:36 EDT
A bill has been introduced in the State House in order to protect Michigan dogs during periods of extreme weather.

Record Travel Numbers Last Year at Detroit Metro   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 07:00:52 EDT
It was a new travel record set at Detroit Metro Airport. More than 36.7 million people went through Metro Airport last year, an increase of more than one-and-a-half million travelers.

Pure Michigan Goes Virtual   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 06:01:36 EDT
Pure Michigan is going virtual.

Adopt A Highway Events Canceled   Sat, 28 Mar 2020 06:01:14 EDT
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will be canceling spring Adopt-A-Highway pickups. Those were previously scheduled for April 18-26 and May 9-17 around the state.

Online Alpena Business Survey Underway   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:03:49 EDT
As reported earlier this week, a task force is being created by Alpena County and a group of local economic development representatives to help connect local business owners with available...

AG Nessel to Michigan Residents - Know Your Employment Rights   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:03:25 EDT
The Michigan Attorney General has established a Know Your Employment Rights section on the department’s website.

Unemployment Levels Stable In February   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:03:01 EDT
Michigan’s seasonally adjusted jobless rate receded by two-tenths of a percentage point to 3.6 percent in February.

ACC Postpones 2020 Commencement Exercises   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:02:37 EDT
Alpena Community College officials have decided to postpone their 2020 commencement exercises and related activity until further notice.

APS Board Takes Various Actions In Teleconference Meeting  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:02:14 EDT
One executive action that Governor Gretchen Whitmer took in a flurry of executive orders was to maintain what is commonly called "Continuity of Government".

AMA ESD Board Approved Finances for February  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:01:52 EDT
During their most recent meeting (March 12th), Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District Board of Education members reviewed and accepted financial statements for the month...

Trustees and Board President Complete Terms   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:01:09 EDT
Three representatives of the Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan Board of Trustees have completed their final year of service to the organization.

DNR - No Charter Fishing Or Guide Operations   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 12:00:48 EDT
Officials from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources have determined that charter fishing and guide operations are not permitted.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 27 Mar 2020 08:58:27 EDT
Michigan is reporting nearly 29-hundred confirmed cases of coronavirus and 60 deaths. Detroit is the state's hot spot with 851 confirmed cases.

UPDATES - Governor Remarks - Northeast Residents Tested and Under Quarantine for COVID-19   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 18:29:13 EDT
The COVID-19 Pandemic continues to creep it's way into Northeast Lower Michigan as a positive case has been discovered and others are under quarantine.

Alpena Hospital Gathering Response Information   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:02:40 EDT
As part of its emergency preparedness plan, MidMichigan Health is currently identifying qualified people who may be willing to work for MidMichigan Health on a temporary basis if staff...

Avoiding COVID-19 - The Basics Explained   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:02:17 EDT
District #4 Health Director Doctor Joshua Meyerson has released a letter detailing how you can protect yourself against the COVID-19 virus.

APS - Many Unknowns - No Guidance   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:01:53 EDT
Meeting via telephone conference Monday, Alpena Public Schoolboard members learned from their Superintendent that there are a lot of unknowns at this point as far as a lengthily closure,...

POLL - Many Worry About COVID-19 and Think Response Is About Right   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:01:29 EDT
How concerned are you about the coronavirus outbreak? Responses from a new poll show that 82 PERCENT of Michigan residents are worried about the outbreak’s affect on themselves and...

Alpena Recycling Gets Nearly 50K Grant   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:00:44 EDT
While all of their bins have been temporarily removed and recycling has stopped because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in Alpena County, The Alpena Resource Recovery Authority has learned...

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 26 Mar 2020 10:26:27 EDT
The Michigan Department of Education has announced it will request a federal waiver of statutory and regulatory requirements in the Child Nutrition Programs, in accordance with federal...

UPDATES - Northeast Residents Tested and Under Quarantine for COVID-19   Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:41:14 EDT
The COVID-19 Pandemic continues to creep it's way into Northeast Lower Michigan as a positive case has been discovered and others are under quarantine.

Hospital Takes Actions Addressing COVID-19   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:03:56 EDT
In an effort to reduce illness exposure and support the volume of community members seeking COVID-19 testing and direction, MidMichigan Health has taken some actions to address the need.

Alpena Officials Create Alpena Area Business Task Force   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:03:31 EDT
An effort is underway to provide localized support for the Alpena area business community as the COVID19 pandemic continues to unfold in Michigan.

Alpena County Officials Review Essential Situations Under Governor Order   Fri, 27 Mar 2020 10:40:20 EDT
Alpena County emergency response officials are wanting the public to know that they should try to adhere to the governors "Stay Safe - Stay Home" order.

Grants Sought For Small Business Operators   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:02:41 EDT
It's no secret, many small and larger business operations are facing sudden tough economic times with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cheboygan Sheriff Department Gets Mask Donation   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:02:14 EDT
The Cheboygan County Sheriff Department received donated masks to help protect against the coronavirus.

Governor Calls Out For Medical Supply Donations   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:01:48 EDT
With many hospitals throughout Michigan facing potential shortages of essential medical supplies and personal protective equipment, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has called on residents and...

Alpena School Board Member Resigns   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:01:23 EDT
Alpena Public Schools is seeking a new board member, as Stephanie Shafto has decided to resign. The vacated position was effective Tuesday (March 24).

Soo Locks Open Up - The White First Boat In   Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:00:38 EDT
The 700 foot ore carrier H. Lee White, operated by American Steamship Company, opened the 2020 shipping season at Sault Ste. Marie just after midnight Wednesday morning (25).

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 25 Mar 2020 05:57:52 EDT
Michigan health officials say there are now around 1800 confirmed cases of coronavirus in 41 Michigan counties with 26 deaths.

New Road Commission Managing Director Contract Resolved   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:03:18 EDT
As reported earlier, Alpena County Road Commissioners have made their selection of a new Managing Director, but one issue was to finalize an employment contract that included a severance...

APS Student Meals - Bus Delivery Stops But Moves To Pickup Service This Week   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:02:31 EDT
Alpena Public Schools will continue it's food service program while the governors “Stay Home, Stay Safe” Executive Order is in effect, however bus delivery of food will be discontinued.

Alcona Road Commission Suspends Operations   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:02:04 EDT
Alcona County Road Commission officials announced that it will suspend all non-essential infrastructure and maintenance work during the COVID-19 outbreak per Governor Whitmer’s executive...

Airport Travel - Precautions Taken   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:01:40 EDT
In this time of concerns about contracting the Coronavirus, air travelers might be a bit nervous about air travel.

Cant Dine Out - But Order During "The Great American Take Out"  Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:01:16 EDT
It's being called "The Great American Take Out" -- a grassroots campaign to encourage you to order out for at least one day, since dining at your favorite restaurant is not an option...

Price-gouging Team Nabbing Violators   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 16:00:30 EDT
If you are thinking of over inflating prices for essential goods or services, you better think twice as a special price gouging task force may track you down.

COVID-19 -- Latest State and Local Updates   Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:18:52 EDT
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reports the total number of cases of coronavirus in Michigan is now over 1300 in 36 counties, with a death total of 18.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:15:05 EDT
Coronavirus is spreading across Michigan. New statistics show 18 people have died, including six in Detroit, five in other parts of Wayne County and four in Oakland County.

What Is Essential - What Is Open ?  Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:03:43 EDT
With the governor's stay at home order, one might wonder what is essential, or what is open.

Escaped Montmorency Inmate Captured   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:03:20 EDT
An inmate that escaped from the Montmorency County Jail over the weekend has been captured.

Presque Isle - Cheboygan County Affected By Emmet County Recycling Restrictions   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:02:56 EDT
As the result of Emmet County limiting recycling programs, drop off sites in Presque Isle and Cheboygan counties are also affected.

Tax Filing Deadline Extended   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:02:34 EDT
If you are wondering if you still have to file and possibly pay federal and state income tax, the short answer is - of course you do.

North Second Avenue Closure In Alpena Tuesday   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:02:13 EDT
As of 7:00 a.m., North Second Avenue, between Fletcher and Oldfield Streets will be closed to all traffic due to utility work.

Plant Conversion to Produce Face Masks   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:01:51 EDT
Fiat Chrysler says it will convert a plant in China to make face masks for first responders and health-care workers in the United States.

Alcona County Agencies - 55 Complaints   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:01:06 EDT
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 55 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

Governor Announces Stay At Home Order   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 11:25:15 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that she has issued an executive order requiring non essential workers, and the general public to shelter in place and stay home.

COVID-19 Virus Spread - Over 1,000 Cases and 19 Deaths In Michigan   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:02:52 EDT
As of Sunday evening, the COVID-19 or coronavirus virus claimed 19 lives, with 1,065 persons testing positive.

Senator Calls On Governor To Issue Stay At Home Order   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:02:30 EDT
State Senator Ruth Johnson is calling on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to issue a stay at-home order.

Michigan Food Supply Chain OK But Strained   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:02:08 EDT
Coronavirus is also affecting Michigan's food supply chain.

Alpena Council - Add North Industrial Highway to City Street System  Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:12:38 EDT
During their most recent meeting (March 16th), Alpena City Council approved a resolution to add North Industrial Highway within the city street system for the purpose of obtaining funds.

Montmorency Agencies Respond to 79 Calls   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:01:24 EDT
Montmorency County emergency service agencies responded to 79 calls for service in the past week.

Gas Prices Continue A Free Fall   Mon, 23 Mar 2020 06:00:39 EDT
Gas prices continued their downward trend in the past week, dropping by over 17 cents, which is 87 cents cheaper than last year.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 23 Mar 2020 05:14:25 EDT
State Senator Ruth Johnson is calling on Governor Gretchen Whitmer to issue a stayat-home order.

Top 10 Complaints to Attorney Generals Office  Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:03:23 EDT
People in Michigan are complaining a lot about spas, gyms and salons.

Hash Bash Delayed  Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:02:30 EDT
"Hash Bash" may be pushed-back a few months due to the coronavirus scare.

Listening Canvass Relaunched  Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:01:27 EDT
For Our Future Michigan canvassers have relaunched a listening canvass, asking Michigan residents which issues are the most pressing to them headed into 2020, and the effort to win races up...

Pope Names Church A Minor Basilica  Sun, 22 Mar 2020 06:00:26 EDT
Pope Francis recently named historic Ste. Anne Church in Detroit as a minor basilica. Ste. Anne's was among the first of a new missionary diocese.

Governor Whitmer Holds Press Conference About Coronavirus  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 07:12:13 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer spoke Friday afternoon (March 21st) from Lansing and gave an update on the coronavirus outbreak.

UIA and Michigan Works Urge Residents to Avoid Offices and Use Online Resources  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 07:11:51 EDT
To mitigate the COVID-19 outbreak, the Unemployment Insurance Agency and Michigan Works! Agencies are strongly urging workers to avoid visiting their statewide offices and utilize...

Michigan’s Outdoors are Here for You  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 07:11:07 EDT
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources recognizes the stream of closures and self-isolations to slow the spread of COVID-19, but are reminding citizens they can still enjoy getting...

Northern Michigan Schools Receive Grant for School Bus Replacement  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 07:10:48 EDT
As part of a join Michigan Department of Energy, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Fuel Transformation Program, Alpena Public Schools will receive grant money for school bus replacement.

Allegan - Saginaw County Bovine TB Cattle Infected From NE Mi  Sat, 21 Mar 2020 07:10:08 EDT
Michigan-State Veterinarian Nora Wineland says newly identified Bovine TB infected herds in Allegan and Saginaw County trace back to Northeast Lower Michigan.

Funeral Procession For Alpena City Officer Lee Grant   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 10:20:42 EDT
Today, funeral services are being held for Alpena City Police Officer Lee Grant who passed away earlier this week.

COVID-19 Cases Rise In Michigan - Updates  Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:03:26 EDT
The number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase in Michigan. As of this morning's (Friday) figures from the state, those infected totaled 334, a sharp increase from previous totals.

Small Fire at MidMichigan Health Center Alpena   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:03:05 EDT
Well prepared hospital staff at MidMichigan Medical Center Alpena made putting out a small fire at MidMichigan easier for the Alpena Fire Department.

Alpena Road Commission Board Adopts Resolution Certifying County Roads   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:02:45 EDT
The Alpena County Road Commission board recently adopted a resolution to certify the total miles of roads they maintain in their county wide and urban area mileage certification.

Alpena Library Offers "The Great Quarantine Library Challenge"  Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:02:23 EDT
The Alpena County George N.

RC Council Adopts Resolutions Opposing Revenue Sharing - Bottle Law Changes   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:02:00 EDT
Rogers City Council members recently adopted two resolutions that oppose state lawmakers making changes to revenue sharing and bottle deposit return laws.

January Unemployment Levels Mixed   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:01:39 EDT
January seasonally unadjusted jobless rates rose in each of the state’s 17 major labor market areas, according to data released from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management &...

Retail Sales Dip in February   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:01:18 EDT
Retail sales fell half a percent in February, indicating the consumer sector was slowing even before the coronavirus outbreak.

First Gas Station Recorded In Nation To Go Below A Dollar A Gallon   Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:00:37 EDT
As previously reported, the coronavirus situation has caused gas prices to drop significantly, and has resulted in the first station in the nation to drop below one dollar.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 20 Mar 2020 06:50:19 EDT
The state Health Department is reporting 334 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Michigan -- including six in Ingham County and seven in Kent County.

Things Slowly Grinding To A Halt   Thu, 19 Mar 2020 06:03:24 EDT
Things continue to slowly grind to a halt due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Senior Citizen and Family Food Distributions Available   Thu, 19 Mar 2020 06:02:43 EDT
With all of the flurry of activity connected to the coronavirus pandemic, some food distribution programs are continuing for senior citizens and children.

Schools Out - But Kids Still Need Need Routines   Thu, 19 Mar 2020 06:02:21 EDT
As previously announced, all schools have been ordered closed at least through April 5th, but officials say parents need to keep tabs on their kids needs.

Language Finalized - Half A Mill More For Alpena Ambulance Services   Thu, 19 Mar 2020 06:02:00 EDT
After approval from legal council, the Alpena County Ambulance Millage would see a half of a mill increase if voters approve of the measure in the August Primary.

State Court of Appeals Issues Decision on Alpena City - Township Water Sewer Litigation   Thu, 19 Mar 2020 06:01:40 EDT
The Michigan State Court of Appeals has ruled on a water sewer litigation battle between the City and Township of Alpena, and it has yet to be seen what happens next.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 19 Mar 2020 07:38:35 EDT
It's the first death in Michigan from the coronavirus.

COVID-19 Pandemic Reaches 65 Cases - Updates   Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:03:19 EDT
The number of COVID-19 pandemic cases in the state has risen to 65.

Alpena Township Takes Steps to Lessen the Spread of COVID-19   Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:02:35 EDT
The Charter Township of Alpena is taking steps to lessen the spread of the Coronavirus.

Forth of July Fireworks Fundraiser Kickoff Put On Hold   Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:02:13 EDT
It's one of another events being canceled in light of the COVID-19 or Coronavirus pandemic... the annual kick off fundraiser kick off for the Fourth of July Fireworks show.

Cheboygan County Takes Actions For Coronavirus-19 Pandemic   Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:01:51 EDT
Like many others, Cheboygan County government officials have taken various actions in light of the Coronavirus-19 pandemic.

Alpena Council Says Goodbye to Adam Poll  Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:01:30 EDT
City Planning and Development Director Adam Poll had his last meeting with Alpena City Council during their most recent meeting (March 16th).

Alcona County Agencies - 82 Complaints   Wed, 18 Mar 2020 06:00:48 EDT
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 82 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:52:07 EDT
In an effort to combat the spread of coronavirus, Mecosta County officials will be implementing changes to slow the potential spread of the virus, minimize the burden to our healthcare...

Mackinac Bridge Painting Project Wins Third Award  Tue, 17 Mar 2020 16:00:52 EDT
The Mackinac Bridge tower painting project has won a third national award.

Bagley Street Bridge Rehabilitation Open House Meeting - Canceled  Tue, 17 Mar 2020 16:00:30 EDT
Thursday was the scheduled date for an open house to unveil details about the Bagley Street Bridge rehabilitation project, but that meeting has been canceled due to the Coronavirus...

Coronavirus Executive Orders Updated - Issued By Governor   Tue, 17 Mar 2020 06:02:32 EDT
In a quickly changing situation in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak, Governor Gretchen Whitmer has updated and added new executive orders as the number of reported cases has risen to 54.

Shoppers Hoarding Items - Grocery Supplies In Shorter Supply   Tue, 17 Mar 2020 06:02:14 EDT
As the coronavirus epidemic continues, one problem that has surfaced is shoppers stockpiling goods and in some cases price gouging has occurred.

City Of Alpena Makes Temporary Operational Changes   Tue, 17 Mar 2020 06:01:33 EDT
The City of Alpena continues to respond to the Coronavirus-19 pandemic with a number of precautions recommended by federal and state officials.

City Council Has More Discussion on Medical Marijuana Facilities  Tue, 17 Mar 2020 06:01:11 EDT
During their meeting last night (March 2nd), Alpena City Council continued discussion on regulations regarding Medical Marijuana Facilities in the City of Alpena.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 17 Mar 2020 05:44:32 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an Executive Order to prohibit all events over 50 people or assemblages in shared indoor spaces over 50 people beginning today at 9:00am until April 5...

Whitmer Expands Unemployment Benefits for MI Workers  Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:40:46 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an executive order to temporarily expand eligibility for unemployment benefits.

Muszynski Named Prosecuting Attorney  Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:40:04 EDT
Chief Judge Benjamin J. Bolser has named Cynthia Muszynski as Prosecuting Attorney for Alpena County.

APS Meal Service During Manditory Closure  Mon, 16 Mar 2020 11:13:50 EDT
Alpena Public Schools will be providing free meals for any child ages 18 and under during the mandatory emergency closure the next two weeks.

Bars And Restaurants Likely To Close Under Executive Order   Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:12:51 EDT
The latest news regarding coronavirus involves restaurants and bars, as the governor under executive order plans to temporarily order them closed.

53 Cases In Michigan - Additional Executive Orders Issued   Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:02:27 EDT
As will likely be the case for the next several weeks, we lead out with the latest on the coronavirus epidemic.

PI Sheriff - 49 Hundred Miles Traveled   Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:01:48 EDT
Presque Isle County Sheriff Department officials say their deputies traveled over 49 hundred miles (4,925) while on patrol in the past week ending Saturday.

Montmorency Agencies - 89 Calls for Service   Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:01:08 EDT
Montmorency County emergency service agencies responded to 89 calls for service in the past week.

Gas Prices Continue To Fall   Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:00:50 EDT
About the only good thing about the ongoing Covid -19 virus problem is a worldwide crude oil price war that has developed in world oil markets, which is sending the price at the pump to...

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 16 Mar 2020 05:36:46 EDT
The state of Michigan says 28 more people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus over the weekend, bringing the total number of cases in the state to 53.

Alpena County Sheriff's Offices Taking Precautions  Sun, 15 Mar 2020 07:12:11 EDT
To prevent the potential spread of the coronavirus to sheriff personnel and inmates, the Alpena County Sheriff's Office will be implementing the following precautionary measures which will...

Utility Offices Closing Office  Sun, 15 Mar 2020 07:11:19 EDT
To ensure the safety of members and employees two local utility companies will be closing their offices to the public.

Take Care Of Yourself To Avoid Coronavirus  Sun, 15 Mar 2020 07:10:07 EDT
The coronavirus outbreak might be growing throughout the country -- but it does not mean you should stop taking care of yourself.

Executive Order Cancels All Events Over 250 People  Sun, 15 Mar 2020 07:08:53 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed an order to cancel all events over 250 people and all assemblages in shared spaces over 250 people beginning Friday (March 13th) and ending April 5th.

SOS Branches Operations will Move to Appointment Only  Sun, 15 Mar 2020 07:07:32 EDT
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced that all 131 Michigan Secretary of State branch offices will be changing operations to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus - 25 Cases Reported - Governor Orders Schools Closed  Sat, 14 Mar 2020 08:30:36 EDT
The latest news on the Coronavirus pandemic continues to develop quickly.

School Closings For 3 Weeks - One and A Half Million Students Affected  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:14:01 EDT
The decision to close K-through 12 Schools in the Michigan due to coronavirus will impact one and a half million students.

AG Nessel Warns Consumers of Price-gouging From COVID-19  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:13:42 EDT
As the result of the COVID-19 or coronavirus, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents to beware of businesses engaging in potential price-gouging.

ACC Students Names to 2020 Phi Theta Kappa Academic Team  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:13:02 EDT
Two Alpena COmmunity College have been named to the 2020 Phi Theta Kappa All-Michigan Academic Team.

Towne hired as artist in residence  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:12:41 EDT
Nathan Towne has been hired as Artist in Residence by the Cheboygan Area Arts Council. Nathan Towne is a multi-instrumentalist from the Central Coast of California.

Unemployment Levels Decrease Slightly In January  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:12:00 EDT
Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by a tenth of a percentage point to 3.8 percent in January, the lowest rate recorded in the state since August 2000.

MLCC - $248 Million In Liquor Profits to State General Fund  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 16:11:19 EDT
Officials of the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) announced a profit in liquor sales of $248 million that was transferred to the State’s General Fund for Fiscal Year 2019.

Coronavirus - 12 Cases Reported - Governor Orders Schools Closed   Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:02:43 EDT
The latest news on the Coronavirus pandemic continues to develop quickly, and the latest is not good, as reality sets in and the virus starts to have an effect on Northeast Lower Michigan.

City of Alpena Responds to COVI-19   Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:02:24 EDT
Officials from the City of Alpena are taking a number of precautions in response to the worldwide Coronavirus-19 pandemic.

Allor Cancels Some March Office Hours   Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:01:45 EDT
State 106th Representative Sue Allor has cancelled some of the scheduled March office hours. Dates that have been cancelled include today's (Friday, March 13th) meeting at Mr.

AMA ESD Says Goodbye to Mandy Canute  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:01:27 EDT
Executive Administrative Assistant and Human Resources Coordinator Mandy Canute had her last AMA-ESD (Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District) Board of Education meeting on...

RC Council Denies Amendment of Rental Properties Ordinance   Fri, 13 Mar 2020 06:01:07 EDT
Rogers City Council members recently decided to reject a request to amend their recently created rental property inspection ordinance.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 13 Mar 2020 05:37:21 EDT
The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Michigan has jumped to 12. The Governor and state Health Department announced new cases in Oakland, Washtenaw, St.

Alpena Area Events Cancelled - Delayed Due To COVID-19  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:21:30 EDT
In an effort to stop a potential spread of the COVID-19 or Coronavirus, events in the Alpena area are being cancelled or postponed.

Growing Social-Emotional Skills in Children  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:20:35 EDT
An upcoming Power of Parenting workshop will feature "Planting Seeds of Strength" as its theme. The workshop will be Tuesday March 17th starting at 6 p.m.

Feature Artist Open House  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:19:50 EDT
The Thunder Bay Arts Council will be holding a reception for the feature artist for March and April. The Feature Artist is Jacob Moss Idema.

MHSAA Tournaments to Continue with Attendance Restrictions  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:19:06 EDT
Attendance at postseason events sponsored by the Michigan High School Athletic Association will be restricted.

After the Bond Passage   Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:02:34 EDT
At the most recent meeting for the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education Property committee meeting, members discussed the next steps now that community members passed the APS bond...

Alpena Council Receives Sculpture Update - Budget Request   Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:02:13 EDT
Alpena City Council members recently received an update from the Thunder Bay Arts Council on their effort to place sculptures at various locations.

PIC Delinquent Tax Collections And Hardship Cases   Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:01:29 EDT
In compliance with state law, delinquent tax collection cases are moving through County Treasurer offices and into the legal arena.

West Branch Presumed Drowning   Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:01:09 EDT
The Michigan State Police West Branch Post are investigating a presumed drowning in Gladwin County.

Democratic Voting Tuesday Hits Record Levels  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 05:17:33 EDT
Democrats say a record-high number of peopled voted in Michigan's Democratic presidential primary, which was won by Joe Biden.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 12 Mar 2020 06:12:12 EDT
The CORONAVIRUS OR COVID-19 is now officially a pandemic. The World Health Organization made the announcement about the coronavirus.

Alpena Road Commission Changes Summer Seasonal Office Hours For Staff  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:01:53 EDT
Alpena County Road Commission board member Gerald Lucas has been insistent that road commission offices should remain open on Fridays during summer months, and members approved of a change.

B and E on Dunbar Street  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:01:29 EDT
Officials from Alpena City Police Department are requesting the public's assistance in solving a Breaking and Entering that occurred on Monday (March 9th).

Supplemental Budgets Approved by Governor  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:01:06 EDT
In a bipartisan effort, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the GOP lead legislature approved an additional $321 million of tax dollars for a variety of programs, including dealing with the...

Longer Time to Count Votes  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:00:23 EDT
Tuesday was Michigan's first election since voters amended the state's constitution in 2018.

MSP 7th District Administrators Put On Administrative Leave   Wed, 11 Mar 2020 06:02:18 EDT
Two administrative members of the Michigan State Police 7th District have been put on administrative leave resulting from an internal investigation.

Emergency Declared - Two Presumptive Cases of Coronavirus in Michigan   Wed, 11 Mar 2020 06:01:57 EDT
Governor Whitmer has declared a State of Emergency as a result of two presumptive cases of coronavirus in Michigan.

Airlines Not Soaring Over Coronavirus Fears   Wed, 11 Mar 2020 06:01:36 EDT
Slashing flights and freezing hiring. That's what's happening at airlines across the nation in the face of coronavirus fears.

Alpena County Youth And Recreation Grant Applications Available   Wed, 11 Mar 2020 06:00:29 EDT
Alpena County 2021 Youth and Recreation grant applications are now available.

Biden Democratic Primary Winner In Michigan   Wed, 11 Mar 2020 05:07:27 EDT
Former Vice President Joe Biden won Michigan's Democratic presidential primary Tuesday. Biden used strong showings in Metro Detroit to beat Senator Bernie Sanders.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 05:56:53 EDT
Governor Whitmer has declared a State of Emergency as a result of two presumptive cases of coronavirus in Michigan.

Alpena Bond Issue Passes - As Do Most Ballot Questions In Northeast Lower Michigan  Wed, 11 Mar 2020 03:48:14 EDT
Voters went to the polls in Michigan to elect presidential candidates and decide local ballot issues, with a fairly heavy turnout in the region.

Michigan College Access Network Grants  Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:43:10 EDT
Alpena Public Schools has received $30-thousand in grants to help sustain and grow the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) in Northeastern Lower Michigan.

Alpena Harbor - Seasonal Boat Launch Permits Available  Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:42:20 EDT
The City of Alpena now has seasonal boat launch permits for 2020 available for purchase at the City Clerk’s Office at Alpena City Hall, the City Water Recycling Plant at 210 Harbor Drive,...

Alcona County Agencies - 49 Complaints  Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:41:13 EDT
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 49 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

March is National Nutrition Month  Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:40:29 EDT
March has been declared Nutrition Month.

Not Much On The Ballot - But A Few Important Items To Consider   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:04:49 EDT
There may not be much on the ballot for most voters in the Tuesday Presidential Primary, but there are a few other items on the ballot for some voters to consider.

Alpena DDA - Economic Development Programming   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:04:00 EDT
At the most recent meeting of the Alpena Downtown Development Board, members learned that the DDA has been discussing ways to partner with other entities to offer economic development...

Alpena Road Commission Fuel Tanks Undergo Cleaning   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:03:21 EDT
Alpena County Road Commission officials were surprised to learn of a need, and approved cleaning of their diesel fuel tanks.

PI Sheriff - 48 Hundred Miles Traveled   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:02:54 EDT
Presque Isle County Sheriff Department officials say their deputies traveled over 48 hundred miles (4,811) while on patrol in the past week ending Saturday.

Rogers City Man Arrested for Criminal Sexual Conduct   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:02:32 EDT
A Rogers City man has been arrested on 15 counts criminal sexual conduct.

Oscoda Man Arrested on 73 Count Warrant   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:02:11 EDT
An Oscoda man has been arrested on a 73 count felony warrant.

Allor Announces March Office Hours Schedule   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:01:44 EDT
State 106th Representative Sue Allor has announced March office hours for Alcona, Alpena, Iosco, Presque Isle and parts of Cheboygan Counties. On Friday (March 13th) she will be at Mr.

March 2020 Women's History Month   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:01:02 EDT
March 2020 has been declared Women's History Month in Michigan. Women's History Month will honor trailblazing women who have improved Michigan and the United States throughout history.

New Bill Proposes Suicide Prevention Hotline Number on Student ID Cards   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 06:00:41 EDT
A Michigan lawmaker has introduced a bill that would require school districts to include a 24-hour suicide prevention hotline number on student identification cards for grades 6-12.

Flags At Half Staff To Honor Solder   Tue, 10 Mar 2020 05:41:31 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags lowered to half-staff throughout the state of Michigan today to honor the service of Chief Warrant Officer Daniel I.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 10 Mar 2020 03:52:37 EDT
This is Primary Election Day in Michigan. Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. tonight. Voters will decide on Democratic or Republican presidential candidates.

Alpena Council Approves MDOT Trunkline Utility Replacement Project  Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:04:32 EDT
Alpena City Council members recently approved a bid for the MDOT Trunkline Utility Replacement Project.

Alpena County Road Commission Gets Green Lights For Trucks   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:04:11 EDT
Alpena County Road Commission board members recently gave the green light to purchase --- green lights for plow trucks.

RC Council Continues Work on 2020-21 Budget   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:03:48 EDT
Rogers City Council members will meet in workshop session Wednesday (11) at 10:00 a.m., as they continue their next budget.

RC Council Works To Modify Sign Ordinance   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:03:27 EDT
Rogers City Council members have decided to move forward on allowing a modification and or developing a revised sign ordinance.

Be Alert As Clocks Spring Forward   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:03:06 EDT
Clocks were moved forward one hour Sunday (March 8th) in observance of daylight savings time and the Michigan Department of Transportation reminds motorists to watch out for pedestrians,...

Montmorency Agencies - 78 Calls For Service   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:02:42 EDT
Montmorency County emergency response agencies responded to 78 calls for service in the past week.

Gas Prices Tumble   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:02:20 EDT
Gas prices took a nose dive in the past week as the state average of just over $2.24 ($2.24.3) is 12 cents (11.9) cheaper than last week, and nearly 29 cents (28.9) cheaper than last year.

US Forest Service Prepares for Prescribed Burns   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:01:38 EDT
The U.S. Forest Service will begin to conduct prescribed fires this month in Alcona, Iosco and Oscoda Counties.

Later Election Results Due to More Absent Ballots  Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:01:17 EDT
Michigan's top election official says to expect later-than-typical results from this week's presidential primary because of a surge of absentee ballots and other factors.

Pothole Brackets   Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:00:35 EDT
Dodged a horrible pothole recently? You could win a thousand dollars.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 09 Mar 2020 06:46:24 EDT
Michigan's primary election is tomorrow and the two main Democratic presidential candidates are spending time in the state.

Remember Life Jacket This Spring  Sun, 08 Mar 2020 08:30:18 EDT
Spring is right around the corner and officials from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is reminding boaters and kayakers about wearing life jackets with on the water.

211 Awareness  Sun, 08 Mar 2020 08:29:35 EDT
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and Michigan 2-1-1 have been working to promote 2-1-1, a helpline that provides support for those who struggle to pay bills and put food...

State Amphibian  Sun, 08 Mar 2020 08:28:53 EDT
Legislation has been introduced to make the gray tree frog as Michigan's official state amphibian. At least 24 other states have a designated state amphibian.

Michigan Gets Dollars For Coronavirus Fight  Sun, 08 Mar 2020 08:27:49 EDT
Michigan is getting some help from the federal government to fight the coronavirus. The Centers for Disease Control has announced that the state will receive $750,000.00.

City Council Approves Request for a AAA Traffic Safety Grant Application  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:51:44 EST
During their most recent meeting (March 2nd), Alpena City Council members approved a request by City Police Chief Joel Jett for a 2020 AAA Traffic Safety Grant Application.

APS Board Members Celebrate Good News From Around the District  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 16:50:13 EST
At the recent meeting of the Board of Education for Alpena Public Schools, members and school officials celebrated some good news from around the district.

RC Council Considers Park Use Issues  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:50:36 EST
Rogers City Council members will include a park use agenda item for a future workshop session.

Gaylord Woman arrested for felonious assault  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:49:49 EST
A Gaylord woman has been arrested for felonious assault with a weapon and domestic violence.

March as Michigan Food and Ag Month  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:49:03 EST
March has been proclaimed Michigan Food and Agriculture Month to honor and celebrate Michigan's farmers, the diversity of products grown and processed in Michigan, and the partnerships that...

March is Red Cross Month  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:48:16 EST
March has been proclaimed as "Red Cross Month", a tradition started by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943. In 2014 the Red Cross launched its Home Fire Campaign.

State Police Testing Digital Siren  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 15:46:51 EST
The Michigan State Police Troopers are testing new technology that has the potential to help motorists make safer driving decisions and, best case scenario to move over when an officer is...

Furniture Retailer Art Van Closing Stores   Fri, 06 Mar 2020 07:35:11 EST
Officials of furniture retailer Art Van have announced their intention to close all of their retail outlets.

Health Officials - Prepare and Don't Panic For Coronavirus   Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:02:23 EST
Local District Health Department No.

Alpena Clean Up and Electronic Recycling Days   Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:02:03 EST
The Alpena Resource Recovery Facility will be hosting a County Wide Clean-Up day in May and an Electronics Recycling Day at the end of April.

ACF Responds To Truck Fire   Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:01:43 EST
On Tuesday (March 3rd) Alpena Fire Department responded to the report of a vehicle on fire at a residence.

Dr VanWagoner to Hold Coffee With the Community to Discuss the Bond Proposal   Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:01:23 EST
Alpena Public Schools community members are invited to join Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner for “Coffee with the Community” to discuss the upcoming bond proposal.

MI Supreme Court Allows Discovery in District Court Misdemeanor Proceedings  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:00:41 EST
The Michigan Supreme Court has adopted court rule changes that allow for discovery in all misdemeanor proceedings in district court.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 06 Mar 2020 06:46:35 EST
Michigan's top election official says to expect later-than-typical results from next week's presidential primary because of a surge of absentee ballots and other factors.

CofC Hires new CEO  Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:02:08 EST
Board members of the Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce have announced the hiring of Adam Poll as the Chamber's new President/CEO.

SS Alpena Arrives and Leaves To Being Shipping Season Early  Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:01:42 EST
With little fanfare, early this (Thursday) morning, the steamer Alpena arrived at it's namesake city to take on a load of cement, the first for the 2020 shipping season.

Spring Community Education Classes at ACC  Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:00:53 EST
The Alpena Community College Community Education Spring schedule of classes is now available and these courses are for people of all ages with an interest in learning and having fun.

Checking smoke detectors during daylight savings time  Thu, 05 Mar 2020 16:00:29 EST
As daylight saving time goes into effect this weekend, Michigan residents are reminded to adopt the life-saving habits of changing the batteries in smoke alarms and practicing a home fire...

New Road Commission Managing Director Contract Debated   Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:02:12 EST
As reported earlier, Alpena County Road Commissioners have made their selection of a new Managing Director, but one member questioned a severance pay in proposed employment contract...

RC Council Working on Union Contracts   Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:01:50 EST
Efforts to start talks to reach agreement on new labor contracts for two Rogers City bargaining groups is getting underway.

AFD Warns of Charity Scam   Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:01:27 EST
Officials from Alpena Fire Department are warning area residents of a possible scam involving a firefighters charitable foundation.

Transportation Bonding Debates - Resolution and Bill Offered   Thu, 05 Mar 2020 06:00:43 EST
The Michigan Senate has approved a resolution calling for fiscal responsibility in the state budget regarding transportation bonding and the amount of debt passed down to future generations.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 05 Mar 2020 07:11:37 EST
Michigan is getting some help from the federal government to fight the Coronavirus. The CDC has announced that the state will receive $750-thousand.

Alpena Airport Enplanements Continue To Soar  Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:34:58 EST
Officials from the Alpena County Regional Airport say enplanement figures continue to be outpacing previous years.

Dr. VanWagoner to Hold Coffee With the Community for March  Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:34:15 EST
Alpena Public Schools community members are invited to join Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner for “Coffee with the Community”.

Expansion Progress Being Made at Hospital  Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:33:51 EST
While the expansion of the new patient tower at MidMichigan Medical Center - Alpena cannot be seen from the street, much progress has been made behind the scenes.

Railroad Upgrades - Lake State Gets Grants  Wed, 04 Mar 2020 16:33:07 EST
A federal grant has been awarded to Lake State Railway to build railroad track infrastructure and make safety enhancements throughout mid-Michigan.