Besser 3rd Grader top in Imagine Math  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:02:15 EST
Third grade student Samuel Fitzpatrick at Besser School has taken a top spot in Michigan for the Imagine Math program.

Personal Injury Crash at Lost Lake Woods Club  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:01:52 EST
A recent crash at Lost Lake Woods Club in Alcona County resulted in a person being trapped under a truck.

Making Democracy Work  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:01:29 EST
Changes in voting procedures, approved by voters last November, will be reviewed with citizens in two different programs presented by the League of Women Voters of Northeast Michigan.

Voters Can Cast Ballots Now In Michigan Primary  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:01:05 EST
While many of the Democratic presidential candidates are focused on the Iowa caucus, Michigan voters can cast ballots now for the state's presidential primary.

Benjamin Wiese Named Acting Ranger for the Huron Shores District  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:00:22 EST
Benjamin Wiese has been named acting ranger for the Huron Shores District and will oversee the district's timber, fire, recreation, wildlife, and administrative operations while the...

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Alpena Council Approves Security Modifications for Water System  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:03:30 EST
During their most recent meeting (January 21st), Alpena City Council members approved a bid for security modifications for water infrastructure.

Alpena County Treasurer Reports on December Budget Status   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:03:08 EST
Alpena County Treasurer Kim Ludlow recently updated the Commissioners Finance Committee on the current budget status of the county, and closing figures for the year.

RC Council Splits on Advertising Requests   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:02:47 EST
The Rogers City Council split decisions on placing advertisements in local publications promoting the City Gazebo as a wedding destination, and another promoting tourism.

PI Sheriff - 33 Hundred Miles Traveled   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:02:25 EST
Presque Isle County Sheriff Department officials say their deputies traveled over 33 hundred miles (3,353) while on patrol in the past week ending Saturday.

Montmorency Agencies Respond to 85 Calls   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:02:02 EST
Montmorency County emergency response agencies handled 85 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

Red Cross Offers Free Class to help Military Families   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:01:20 EST
The American Red Cross is offering a convenient and easy on-line opportunity for people who have family members leaving home for military service to better address the many challenges that...

Gas Prices Continue To Fall   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:00:59 EST
The price at the pump for a gallon of regular gas continues to fall as the state average hit $2.39 a gallon ($2.39.4), nearly eight cents cheaper (7.7) than the week before, but still 24...

Whitmer to Deliver Democratic Response to State of the Union   Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:00:36 EST
Governor Gretchen Whitmer will deliver the Democratic Response to President Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday, February 4, 2020.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 27 Jan 2020 05:46:46 EST
Arn Tellem -- vice chairman for the Detroit Pistons, and Kobe Bryant's former agent -- has released a statement on the sudden death of the NBA legend.

Dangers on Ice - Caution Advised  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:13:40 EST
Michigan State Police are warning people to be careful on lakes and ponds that are covered with ice.

Busted Pipe Still An Issue In Straits  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:12:57 EST
Officials say a 200-foot-long broken boring pipe remains embedded in the Straits of Mackinac and may not be recoverable by a company that operates a fuel pipeline.

Parolees Get New Ankle Monitors  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:12:37 EST
Four thousand parolees will be fitted with new ankle monitors. The Michigan Department of Corrections says the current 3G enabled monitors will not work with Verizon's 4G network.

Michigan - Best Spot for Outdoor Activity  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:11:56 EST
Best spot in the world for Outdoor Enthusiasts ? A new list of the top 20 spots to visit says it's right here in Michigan.

Lottery Sales Helping Schools  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:11:15 EST
The Michigan Lottery has raised more than $1 billion for public schools for the first time.

Livingston - One of the Richest Counties  Sun, 26 Jan 2020 08:10:34 EST
Looking for a rich place to live? You might want to try Livingston County. 24/7Wall Street just put out a survey of the richest counties in the U.S.

Grant Opportunity to promote water stewardship and education  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:07:15 EST
A statewide initiative to teach elementary and high school students about the Great Lakes, Michigan watersheds, and the impact people have on water resources is launching, including $50,000...

Michigan's Statehood  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:06:55 EST
Michigan joined the Union as the nation's 26th state on January 26, 1837, and Michiganology dot org holds a compelling collection of new materials that creatively tell the state's diverse...

Mackinaw City Group Child Care License Suspended  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:06:14 EST
A group child care home in Mackinaw City has had its license summarily suspended.

Recreation Passport price increase  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:05:54 EST
Michigan residents interested in the Recreation Passport will pay $12 starting March 1st, the first increase since January 2013.

Fresh Takes Video Contest Winners  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:05:11 EST
The Alpena Area Convention & Visitors Bureau recently hosted their 4th Annual Fresh Takes Video Contest for 2020 and announced winners for 1st through 3rd place.

Call for local 2021 United Way Agency Funding Applicants  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 16:04:05 EST
The United Way of Northeast Michigan (UWNM) is currently accepting applications for 2021 funding. Deadline for applications is February 28, 2020.

Two Dead After Head On Collision  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:02:29 EST
Two people are dead as the result of a head on collision that took place in Oscoda County's Big Creek Township Wednesday (January 22nd).

Police Arrest Fugitive   Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:02:52 EST
Alpena County Sheriff Deputies assisted by the Huron Undercover Narcotics Team have arrested a wanted fugitive.

Alpena Resource Recovery Facility Shipped Over 2 Million Lbs of Recyclables in 2019   Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:01:47 EST
The Alpena Resource Recovery Facility has released a report saying it shipped over 2-million (2,039,292) pounds of recyclables to market from January through December of 2019.

Presque Isle County Woman Wins $323,374 Fantasy 5 Jackpot Online  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:01:27 EST
Beginner’s luck paid off for a Presque Isle County woman who won a 3-hundred thousand dollar plus ($323,374.00) Fantasy 5 jackpot from the Michigan Lottery.

Michigan Unemployment Rate Down Slightly in December   Fri, 24 Jan 2020 06:00:44 EST
Michigan’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate inched down by a tenth of a percentage point to 3.9 percent in December.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:51:08 EST
A family of four in Detroit is missing. Twenty-nine year-old Kornecia Waiters was last seen picking up her sons from their school on Nevada.

ACC Spring Semester Enrollment Grows  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:56:04 EST
Alpena Community College officials say enrollment is up for the spring semester.

Good News Around the APS District  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:55:23 EST
Recently, the members of the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education learned about Good News from around the district.

AMA-ESD Board Approves Budget Amendments  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:55:02 EST
The Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District (AMA ESD) Board of Education recently approved budget amendments (January 9th) for General and Special Education funds for 2019-20.

January Team RC Meeting  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:54:42 EST
Team RC will have a meeting Friday, January 31st at 9 a.m. at UP North Restaurant.

Taking Action to fight human trafficking  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 15:53:18 EST
The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA), in partnership with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), is taking action to fight human trafficking.

City Council Hears Report from HHS  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:03:10 EST
During their meeting Tuesday evening (January 21st), Alpena City Council members heard a semi annual report from the Huron Humane Society (HHS) Vice President of the HHS Board of...

Mayoral Proclamation for Community Risk Reduction Week  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:02:20 EST
During the Alpena City Council meeting Tuesday evening (January 21st), Alpena Mayor Matt Waligora procalmed January 20th to the 24th Community Risk Reduction Week.

Alpena DDA Seeks Location and Artists for 2020 Fresh Waves Mural Project  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:01:57 EST
The Alpena Downtown Development Authority is seeking locations and artists for the 2020 Fresh Waves Downtown Mural Project.

RC Council Approves Occasional Road Closure For Car Dealer   Thu, 23 Jan 2020 06:01:12 EST
Requests for a temporary street closure for snow removal by a Rogers City car dealer was approved, but a permanent street closure was nixed by the Rogers City Council.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 23 Jan 2020 05:38:24 EST
Battle Creek Police ask for help in locating and checking the welfare of two missing children.

Fire at DPI  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:18:54 EST
A recent fire at Decorative Panel International, Inc required several length of hose because of frozen fire hydrants. Alpena Fire department was dispatched to DPI around 11:00 a.m.

ACC Board of Trustees Hear Financial Report Through December  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:18:13 EST
During their most recent meeting (January 16th), the Alpena Community College (ACC) Board of Trustees heard a financial report through December.

CFNEM 2020 Scholarships  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:17:15 EST
The Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) is accepting applications for its 2020 competitive scholarship season.

Flag Lowered for Local Fallen Soldier  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:16:18 EST
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered United States and Michigan flags lowered to half-staff throughout the state of Michigan Thursday (January 23rd) to honor former Hillman resident Army...

Target Alpena Director Gives Report to City Council  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 06:02:13 EST
On Tuesday (January 21st), Alpena City Council members reviewed the Target Alpena Development Corporation Annual Report.

Alpena Mayor Proclaims Thunder Bay Film Festival Week  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 06:07:36 EST
During Tuesday's Alpena City Council meeting (January 21st), Alpena Mayor Matt Waligora proclaimed this week (January 22nd to the 26th) as "Thunder Bay International Film Festival Week"...

RC Council Approves Use Of Police Car For Home Travel By Chief   Wed, 22 Jan 2020 06:01:11 EST
Rogers City Council members approved of their Police Chief taking a department patrol unit home each night.

Man With Ties to Alpena Has House Raided in Nassar Investigation  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:57:37 EST
Michigan State Police and investigators have raided the home of a gymnastics coach who originates from Alpena, and had ties to the disgraced sports doctor Larry Nassar.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:36:11 EST
The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a flood advisory until 5:00pm Wednesday Mason, Oceana, Muskegon and Ottawa counties.

Alpena CVB Director - _Very excited about the opportunity for Alpena_  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:18:20 EST
With announcement that Alpena has been listed as a port of call for a new Viking Cruise Line travel option, the Alpena Convention Visitors Bureau President and CEO says she's "Very excited...

TB International Film Festival Films shown at Rogers City Theatre  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:17:59 EST
Eight films from the Thunder Bay International Film Festival have been selected specifically for screening in Rogers City Theatre.

Design the 2020 Deer Managment Cooperate Patch  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:17:17 EST
The Department of Natural Resources is looking for new designs for the 2020 deer management cooperator patch.

Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 17:16:33 EST
The first one thousand (1,000) successfully completed and notarized applications to serve on the first-ever Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission have been received and...

Enrollment Projections for APS   Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:02:43 EST
As Alpena Public Schools officials prepared information for their bond proposal, they were able to get some information about enrollment projections for the next several years.

Road Commission Board Takes No Action on Special Snow Plowing Request   Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:02:23 EST
Alpena County Road Commission board members recently decided to take no action on citizens request to operate snowplows on a street as requested.

Alcona Agencies - 69 Complaints  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:02:03 EST
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 69 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

RC Council Adopts Performance Resolution - List of Parades   Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:01:22 EST
As part of a state requirement, the Rogers City Council recently adopted a Michigan Department of Transportation Performance Resolution.

Dance Classes at Cheboygan Opera House   Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:03:03 EST
Three new dance classes will be offered in a new 5-week winter session beginning in February 3rd and ending March 7th at the Cheboygan Opera House.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 21 Jan 2020 06:40:14 EST
The State House Natural Resources Committee has heard testimony on a resolution supporting a limited moose hunt on Isle Royale National Park, the Lake Superior island.

Alpena Listed As Port of Call for Viking Cruise of Great Lakes  Mon, 20 Jan 2020 17:00:26 EST
The City of Alpena has been listed as a port of call for a new Viking Cruise Line travel option starting in 2022. Viking will be offering three Great Lakes cruise options.

Keep Those Hydrants and Exit Doors Free of Snow  Mon, 20 Jan 2020 16:00:29 EST
As snow continues to accumulate, and roads or sidewalks are cleared, one thing to remember to also keep clear of snow are fire hydrants and emergency exits.

Alpena Road Commission Board Accepts Bid for Werth Road Project   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:03:34 EST
The Alpena County Road Commission board approved of bid for renovating a short part of Werth Road this summer.

Thunder Bay International Film Festival Coming Soon  Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:02:48 EST
The Thunder Bay International Film Festival is coming up this week Wednesday to Sunday (January 22 - 26th).

Power of Parenting - Building Social Connections   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:03:11 EST
Building social connections is Tuesday Power of Parenting topic. The series of forum discussions helps families cope with problems in today's fast paced world.

Montmorency Agencies - 78 Calls for Assistance   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:02:04 EST
Montmorency County emergency response agencies had a fairly light week of activity, as they responded to 78 calls in the past week ending Sunday.

Police Arrest Topinabee Man After Alleged Assault With Knife   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:01:42 EST
State Police say they have arrested a 38 year old Topinabee man who allegedly assaulted his spouse with a knife.

Two Vehicle Crash Causes Five Transported to Hospital   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:00:58 EST
A two vehicle crash in Mio caused five people to be transported to the hospital.

Gas Prices Roll Back   Mon, 20 Jan 2020 06:00:38 EST
Gas prices rolled back nearly 12 cents (11.7) in the past week to average just over $2.48 ($2.48.1) per gallon. But that's over 41 cents higher (41.1) than last year at this time.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 20 Jan 2020 07:45:29 EST
Celebrations to mark Dr. Martin Luther King Jr day are taking place across Michigan.

Snowmobilers Fall Through Ice - Rescued  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:14:08 EST
Three people went through the ice on Grand Lake off of Grand Point Road Saturday afternoon (January 18th).

MSP Temporarily Suspends Use of Datamaster DMT Breathalizers  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:13:45 EST
Michigan State Police is investigating potential fraud committed by contract employees of Datamaster venter, Intoximeters, who may not have properly calibrated breath test instruments.

AG Files Line 5 Appeal  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:12:17 EST
State Attorney General Dana Nessel has asked the Court of Appeals to reverse its decision on a law to allow a tunnel for Line 5 in the Straits of Mackinac to go forward.

Ford Reports Sales Drop - But F-150 Sales Top List  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:11:37 EST
Ford Motor Company reported a sales drop in 2019 -- down three per cent for the year.

Engineers Race Corvettes on Bowling Green Street  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:10:56 EST
Two General Motors engineers are facing charges after street racing a pair of 2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingrays in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

US 23 North Temporarily Closed Due to Crash  Sun, 19 Jan 2020 08:09:56 EST
A truck sliding off the roadway and hitting a telephone pole caused US 23 North to be closed for a short time Thursday evening (January 16th).

Elk Poaching Rewards Posted  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:33:22 EST
A reward program has been established as investigations continue into the illegal poaching of elk in Northern Lower Michigan.

Be a Host At Hartwick Pines  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:32:40 EST
Michigan Department of Natural Resources is seeking volunteer hosts for the newly reopened Memorial Building this summer.

Farm Bill Update Meetings  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:32:20 EST
The Michigan State University Extension will be hosting four Farm Bill Update Meetings across Northern Michigan in January.

Safety Hazards Peaked during Great Lakes high water  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:32:00 EST
The U.S.

New interactive map highlights shipwrecks  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:31:19 EST
A new website allows people to learn about the estimated six thousand wrecks found throughout the Great Lakes.

Soo Locks Closed for Planned Seasonal Repairs and Maintenance  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:30:55 EST
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, announces the Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., are closed to navigation until March 25.

Increase snowmobile patrols  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 15:30:12 EST
Anticipating an influx of snowmobilers over the holiday weekend, Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers - joined by local, state and federal officers - will be...

Alcona County Bovine TB Herd   Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:02:15 EST
State officials say they have discovered another Bovine TB infected herd, this time in Alcona County.

ACC President Gives Update Regarding Van Lare Hall  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:01:55 EST
During their meeting Thursday evening (January 16th), Alpena Community College Board members heard President Doctor Don MacMaster give his report with an update of the Van Lare Hall...

TBT Offers Winter Coffee House Fridays   Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:01:14 EST
Thunder Bay Theatre staff is inviting everyone to warm up this winter with Coffee House Fridays.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 17 Jan 2020 06:40:00 EST
A reward for information leading to an arrest in the 2018 slaying of a 79-year-old woman whose remains were found following a house fire in Lake County's Ellsworth Township has been...

27th Annual Winterfest  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:02:36 EST
Celebrate winter in Mackinaw City during this year's 27th annual Winterfest hosted by the Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau.

TBT Hires New Artistic Director  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:02:13 EST
The Thunder Bay Theatre Board of Directors has hired Lucas Moquin as the organization’s new Artistic Director.

Hillman Woman One of Five Lottery Players On The Big Spin  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:01:50 EST
A Hillman woman is one of five players selected for a chance to play the Michigan lottery Big Spin Game after winning The Big Spin second chance drawing.

SOS - Governmental Offices To Close For MLK Day  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:01:26 EST
All Secretary Of State offices will be closed on Monday, (January 20th) in observance of Martin Luther King Junior Day.

Mio Woman Arrested for Narcotics  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:01:04 EST
A Mio woman was recently arrested for narcotics possession and driving while license suspended.

Lewiston Man arrested for Motor vehicle theft  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 16:00:22 EST
A Lewiston Man has been arrested after not returning a vehicle he took for a test drive.

Winfield Trial Postponed Again   Thu, 16 Jan 2020 06:01:59 EST
A former Alpena Thunder Bay Junior High Teacher charged with seven counts related to Criminal Sexual Conduct with a 14 year old student has had her trial delayed for the second time.

Commissioner Grumbles Over Jail Delays - Airport Terminal Also Delayed   Thu, 16 Jan 2020 06:01:15 EST
Two major construction projects in Alpena County have been delayed, and in the case of one, a County Commissioner expressed frustration.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 16 Jan 2020 07:12:21 EST
Two crashes on the same road in west Michigan shut down that roadway for several hours last night. WOOD TV reports a head on crash in Cascade Township happened at about 8:20 last night.

Fatal Crash on Genshaw Road in Alpena  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:02:37 EST
88-year-old Martha J. Krajnik is dead after the vehicle she was in collided head on with a Chevy Trailblazer on Genschaw Road on Monday. Just before 1:00 p.m.

APS Behavior System  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:02:16 EST
At the most recent meeting of the Alpena Public Schools Board of Education Curriculum and TEchnology committee meeting, members learned about a new pilot program APS is implementing to help...

Alpena Road Commission Legal Council Gets Pay Raise  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:01:56 EST
Alpena County Road Commission officials have approved of a pay raise for their legal council.

AMA ESD Board Approved Finances for December  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:01:35 EST
During their most recent meeting (January 9th), Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District Board of Education members reviewed and accepted financial statements for the month...

2019 Spring Tree Sale  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:00:53 EST
The Alpena-Montmorency Conservation District's 2020 Spring Tree Sale Brochures are now available. Pick up day for trees is schedule for May 1st from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Two Crawford County Men Arrested for Human Trafficking  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 16:00:31 EST
Two Crawford County men have recently been arrested for human trafficking.

Alpena Township - Acquiring the Remainder of Thunder Bay Island   Wed, 15 Jan 2020 06:01:24 EST
The Charter Township of Alpena Trustees has passed a resolution to acquire one hundred and thirty two acres (132.47) of Thunder Bay Island from the Bureau of Land Management.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:58:21 EST
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says she's hired an outside law firm to go after manufacturers of a chemical shown to have contaminated drinking water and can cause health problems.

Alpena Educator Gets Lottery Award  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:10:26 EST
An Alpena County educator has been honored with an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery.

DNR Approves Nearly $2 Million in Recreation Grants Including Local Parks  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:09:44 EST
Officials of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources recently approved nearly $2 million in Recreation Passport grant funding.

Hubbard lake Man Arrested and Charged With Assault by Strangulation - Domestic Violence  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:09:24 EST
State Police of Alpena say a 47 year old Hubbard Lake man has been arrested and charged with Assault by Strangulation and Domestic Violence.

Alpena MSP Post - By The Numbers  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:08:42 EST
Officials at the State Police Post in Alpena say they had a busy year in 2019, as they handled over 39-hundred (3,937) complaints.

Windows 7 - End of Useful Life - What it Means for You  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:08:19 EST
Home and office computer users may or may not be aware that the Windows 7 Operating System has reached the end of useful life.

Federal Reps and Agencies Review Michigan Shoreline Erosion Issues  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 16:07:36 EST
The plight of many Great Lakes shoreline communities impacted by high water levels, erosion and damage to infrastructure has reached the federal level.

Alpena Drunk Driving Breath Test Unit Results May Be Flawed   Tue, 14 Jan 2020 06:02:07 EST
Michigan State Police has stopped using more than 200 breathalyzer test units, and started a criminal investigation as a result of potential fraud by contract workers of a vendor.

Child Pornography Charges Levied Against Catholic School Custodian   Tue, 14 Jan 2020 08:39:45 EST
A maintenance custodian of the All Saints Catholic School and St. Anne's Church in Alpena has been charged with possession of child pornography.

Petoskey Hospital Limits Visitors To Control Flu Outbreak   Tue, 14 Jan 2020 06:01:05 EST
Add another hospital to the list of those restricting visitors due to an increase in flu cases.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 14 Jan 2020 06:59:02 EST
Michigan State Police has stopped using more than 200 breathalyzer tests and started a criminal investigation as a result of potential fraud by contract workers of a vendor.

PI Commissioners Finalize Transfer of Onaway Airport to PIE_G  Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:01:48 EST
The Presque Isle County Board of Commissioners has approved and finalized the transfer of the former Leo Goetz Onaway airport property to Presque Isle Electric & Gas.

APS Still battling Outdated Roofs_ boilers  Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:01:26 EST
Officials and staff from Alpena Public Schools are still battling boilers, roofs and plumbing that are past their "end of life" dates.

Saginaw Residents Arraigned in Alcona County On Various Charges  Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:01:06 EST
Three Saginaw residents have been arrested and arraigned on a variety of charges in Alcona County following a year long investigation.

Alcona Agencies - 110 Complaints  Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:00:23 EST
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 110 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

Snowstorm Fails to Develop   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:04:07 EST
While a lot of cancellations occurred and there was plenty of snow to shovel in some areas over the weekend, a major winter storm failed to fully develop in Northeast Lower Michigan.

Alpena County Road Commission Board Elects Officers   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:03:26 EST
Alpena County Road Commissioners held their annual organizational session recently, and elected officers along with acting on other routine items.

AHS students awarded scholarships to LSSU   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:03:04 EST
Three Alpena High School students have been awarded full-tuition scholarships to Lake Superior State University.

RC Council Approves City Police Social Media Policy   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:02:42 EST
Rogers City Council members have approved of a new Rogers City Police Department social media use policy.

Give a Can, Get a Kit   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:02:20 EST
January is National Radon Action month and the District Health Department #4 is helping community members test their homes with the "Give a Can, Get a Kit" campaign.

Lewiston Woman Wins 300 K in Lottery   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:01:58 EST
A 33 year old Lewiston woman is 3-hundred thousand dollars richer after winning in the state lottery.

Montmorency Agencies Respond to 86 Calls   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:01:35 EST
Montmorency County emergency service agencies responded to 86 calls for service in the past week.

Gaylord Man Arrested for Selling Drugs Through the Mail   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:01:13 EST
Detectives from the Straits Area Narcotics Enforcement have recently arrested 38-year-old Raif Bonner for selling drugs through the mail.

Gas Prices Bounce Around Amid Tensions in Gulf   Mon, 13 Jan 2020 06:00:31 EST
Tensions in the Middle East after a United States drone strike killing a general and resulting missile strikes by Iran saw a quick spike in crude and gas prices last week.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 13 Jan 2020 07:08:56 EST
The heavy rain across lower Michigan this weekend set records in several cities. The National Weather Service says a record rainfall of 2.38 inches was set in Lansing.

PFAS Meeting in Roscommon on New Rules  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:50:39 EST
A January 16 meeting is scheduled in Roscommon for a public forum with the state to see how residents feel about new proposed PFAS rules.

Gladwin Man Arrested for Resisting and Obstructing Police  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:49:57 EST
A Gladwin man was recently arrested for resisting and obstructing police.

Cows Killed in Crash  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:49:15 EST
A crash involving a herd of cows southeast of Lansing left three people hospitalized.

Deer Invade Ann Arbor Park - The Hunt is On  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:48:52 EST
Another 150 deer will be removed by sharpshooters from select Ann Arbor parks through the month of January.

TV Host Charged - Charged for Wildlife Violations  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:48:10 EST
Kevin Johnson, the host and executive producer of Big Boys Adventures TV, is facing four wildlife violations in Otsego County.

Visiting Elderly While Under Care of Others  Sun, 12 Jan 2020 06:47:27 EST
A new state law lifts restrictions on visits when it comes to elderly people who are under the care of others.

Snow-Plowing FAQ's  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:03:03 EST
Officials at the City of Alpena, want to share some information regarding the plowing and clearing of snow in the City.

Joining Forces Against Human Trafficking  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:02:41 EST
During National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Michigan State POlice motor carriers are teaming up with officers from neighboring states to raise awareness of human trafficking.

Great Lakes Water Levels Higher than last year  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:02:19 EST
The U.S.

Gaylord Woman arrested for selling cocaine and heroin  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:01:58 EST
Christina Marie VanWormer from Otsego Lake Township was recently arrested for the distribution of cocaine and heroin and maintaining a drug house.

Ready_ Set PrEP  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:01:37 EST
A newly launched U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) program will provide free pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) medication to qualified patients across the country.

Safely Enjoy Your Favorite Michigan Winter Activities  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:00:53 EST
Winter weather has arrived in many part of Michigan, and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources wants to remind everyone to put safety first as these outdoor activities are enjoyed.

Preventing property damage during severe winter weather  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 16:00:30 EST
As cold weather and more snow is upon us, the American Property Casualty Insurance Association has offered some tips for homeowners to prepare and protect their property from potential...

ESD Board Approves Phase Two Facility Improvements  Fri, 10 Jan 2020 06:00:26 EST
During their meeting Thursday evening (January 9th), AMA-ESD (Alpena Montmorency Alcona Educational Service District) Board members approved Phase Two Facility improvements to Pied Piper...

Alpena County Register of Deeds Vacancy  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:05:10 EST
Alpena County is looking for a new Register of Deeds. Current register of Deeds Kathy Matash is retiring at the end of February.

First Good Mid Day Alpena of 2020  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:04:27 EST
The Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce will hold is first Good Mid Day Alpena event for 2020 on Thursday, January 16th.

Love Light Trees Program Proceeds support Diagnostic equipment purchase  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:04:04 EST
The recent Love Light Trees program at the MidMichigan Medical Center - Alpena has helped with a the purchase of new diagnostic equipment.

400-thousand gallons of wastewater dumped in Grand Traverse County  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:03:21 EST
Officials say a trespasser broke into the Fife Lake Sewage Plant in Grand Traverse County and released over 400,000 gallons of wastewater.

Alpena Road Commission - Gravel Roads Continue to Be In Rough Shape  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 16:02:17 EST
As we first reported last month, Alpena County Road Commission officials say they are trying to keep up with maintaining gravel roads in the county, but continue to have a tough time...

Setting Reading Goals   Thu, 09 Jan 2020 06:02:45 EST
Officials from Alpena Public SChools want to help families with school age children set reading goals.

Search On for Retiring Alpena Road Commission Managing Director   Thu, 09 Jan 2020 06:02:23 EST
The search is on for a new Managing Director for the Alpena County Road Commission.

Emergency Spending Policy By City Manager Nixed In Rogers City   Thu, 09 Jan 2020 06:02:02 EST
Acting on advice of legal council, the Rogers City Council decided to drop an idea that would have given the Rogers City manager more authority to approve spending larger dollar amounts in...

PI Commissioners Make Appointments   Thu, 09 Jan 2020 06:01:39 EST
Presque Isle County Commissioners recently made several appointments to boards and commissions.

Supreme Court - Some Electronic Devices Allowed In Court   Thu, 09 Jan 2020 06:00:56 EST
Big news out of the Michigan Supreme Court as they have ruled that the public can now bring laptops, tablets and phones into state courthouses.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:47:33 EST
The Michigan Economic Forecast Forum will be held today in Lansing.

Snowmobile safety class  Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:00:49 EST
The Cheboygan County Sheriff Office is holding a free snowmobile safety class January 19th.

AHS Senior Receives Award  Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:00:27 EST
Alpena High School Senior Nickoli D'Agrella recently received the Civil Air Patrol's Brigadier General Billy Mitchell Award.

Rogers City Council Renews Fire Department Authority Lease   Wed, 08 Jan 2020 06:01:31 EST
Rogers City Council members have approved of renewing a lease with the Rogers City Area Fire Department Authority for three more years.

City of Alpena Continues Renting Out Mich-E-Ke-Wis Building   Wed, 08 Jan 2020 06:01:11 EST
A community-minded couple in Alpena will continue to rent out the Mich-E-Ke-Wis warming shelter.

Wednesday State News Summary  Wed, 08 Jan 2020 06:25:54 EST
Grand Traverse County deputies have arrested two men from the southern part of Michigan for passing counterfeit bills to several businesses.

US-Senate Campaign Fundraiser Efforts Hit 16 Million Mark   Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:42:56 EST
Michigan U.S. Senate candidate John James raised more money than incumbent Gary Peters in the fourth quarter of 2019.

State Police Requesting Help Locating Houghton Lake Man  Wed, 08 Jan 2020 04:30:49 EST
The Michigan State Police is requesting the public's help locating James Truman Glover of Houghton Lake.

Krawczak Leaving Alpena Chamber   Wed, 08 Jan 2020 03:48:13 EST
Another new face will soon join the Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce after President/CEO Jackie Krawczak has announced she will be moving on to a new opportunity.

Orcutt Announces Retirement from Alpena County Road Commission  Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:18:37 EST
After providing over thirty two years of service to the Alpena County Road Commission, Managing Director Larry Orcutt has officially announced his intention to retire.

US 23 Shoreline repairs near Rogers City  Tue, 07 Jan 2020 17:00:49 EST
Due to high water levels causing erosions, the Michigan Department of Transportation will begin to repair the US 23 shoreline slope north of Rogers City in Presque Isle County.

Alpena Airport Enplanements reach over 12-thousand   Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:03:27 EST
Officials from the Alpena County Regional Airport say enplanement figures could reach just under 13-thousand for the year 2019.

Better Bottom Line - Alpena Council Hears Annual Financial Report   Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:03:05 EST
On Monday (January 6th), Alpena City Council members heard the results of an audit report from their past fiscal year (2018-19), showing a better bottom line.

Alpena Council Gets Ready for Another Year of Business   Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:02:00 EST
Alpena City Council members started out the year with some organizational duties, the first of which was swearing in previous and a new councilmen to serve their terms of office.

Shooting Suspect in DPI Gunfire Incident Pleas No Contest   Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:01:15 EST
A 59-year-old Alpena man accused of firing a handgun at manufacturing plant workers last May has pleaded no contest, as all parties to the case wanted it resolved as soon as possible.

Tuesday State News Summary  Tue, 07 Jan 2020 06:37:53 EST
The Governor has scheduled a special election to fill a vacant seat in the state House.

Mahler named Director of Economic Development  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 15:54:45 EST
Mike Mahler has been chosen as the new Director of Economic Development with the Alpena Area Chamber of Commerce effective today (Monday, January 6th).

Alcona Agencies - 99 Complaints  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 15:54:02 EST
Alcona County emergency response agencies responded to 99 calls for service in the past week ending Sunday.

Nonprofit cohort completes leaderships learning lab  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 15:53:17 EST
Nine northeast Michigan nonprofit leaders recently completed an eight-month Leadership Learning Lab program leaving them with enhanced skills to strengthen the organizations and...

Unemployment Levels Steady In November   Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:02:37 EST
November non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rates fell in 11 of Michigan’s 17 major labor market areas.

Alpena Road Commission Board Approves Audit Contract With New Company  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:02:17 EST
Alpena County Road Commission board members have approved of accepting an audit engagement letter for the year 2019.

Search On for More Rogers City Robotics Team Help   Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:01:56 EST
Rogers City officials are searching for a few volunteers to lend some expertise and a helping hand to the Rogers City High School, award winning Robotics Team.

Montmorency Agencies Respond to 128 Calls for Service   Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:01:36 EST
Emergency response agencies in Montmorency County responded to 128 calls for service in the past week.

Teenagers Charged in Kling's Auto Fire in Cheboygan   Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:00:54 EST
Three teenagers have been charged for malicious destruction of property stemming from an investigation into a fire at Kling's Auto Recycling in Cheboygan this past November.

Average State Gas Price Drops Slightly  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 06:00:35 EST
The state average gas price dropped by eight cents in the past week, winding up at nearly 2.52 ($2.51.6) for a gallon of regular, but is 43 cents (42.9) higher than last year at this time.

Monday State News Summary  Mon, 06 Jan 2020 05:27:07 EST
The numbers are in from the first month of recreational pot sales in Michigan.

Preparing for Tax Season  Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:58:34 EST
With state income tax filing season beginning in late January 2020, the Michigan Department of Treasury is asking taxpayers to take a couple of actions to ensure returns are processed...

Rotten Radishes Cause Stir  Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:57:51 EST
A mid-Michigan community solved an olfactory mystery that could be dubbed “The Case of the Rancid Radishes.” Residents called officials in Delta Township last month, concerned about a...

NESSEL: Lawmakers Should Revise Law On Liability Lawsuits  Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:57:09 EST
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel says lawmakers should revisit the state's law that shields drugmakers from product liability lawsuits.

Michigan On Most Moved States List  Sun, 05 Jan 2020 06:56:28 EST
Michigan ranks No. 8 on the list of Most Moved from States in 2019. That, according to the 2019 National Movers Study by United Van Lines, the nation’s largest household goods mover.

New Course for Trauma Survivors  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:02:36 EST
Partners in Prevention is offering a new course for adults who are seeking information about how their childhood trauma may be impacting their adults lives.

ACC Board Acknowledges Gifts and Pledges For Past Month  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:02:13 EST
As part of their recent meeting (December 19th), Alpena Community College (ACC) Board of Trustees reviewed pledges and gifts received by the college and its foundation between November 13th...

Community Foundation Opportunities for grants  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:01:50 EST
The Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) is accepting grant applications for the winter 2020 grant cycles of its Community Impact and Youth Advisory Council (YAC) grants.

2020 Black Lake Sturgeon Season Begins February 1st  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:01:27 EST
Eager for the chance to catch one of Michigan’s most unique fish? The wait will soon be over. The Lake Sturgeon season on Black Lake, in Cheboygan County, begins at 8 a.m.

January Radon Action Month  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:01:05 EST
January has been declared as Radon Action Month for the state of Michigan. Radon gas cannot be seen, smelled or tasted, and there are no short-term side effects.

Budget Plan Signed Into Law - Includes Allor Bill  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 16:00:23 EST
106th State House Representative Sue Allor recently announced the Legislature’s plan to restore Governor Whitmer’s funding-cuts to several programs has been signed into law.

School Bus Inspections - Some Red tags But Most In Good Shape   Fri, 03 Jan 2020 06:36:50 EST
Michigan State Police have released their first quarter school bus inspection report, with several district busses in the region marked with yellow or red tags - meaning some correction was...

Gapczynski and Altman Remain Chair of PI County Commissioners   Fri, 03 Jan 2020 06:01:41 EST
The Chairman and Vice Chair seats for the Presque Isle County Commissioners will remain unchanged for at least the next year.

2020 New Years Baby   Fri, 03 Jan 2020 06:01:19 EST
The first baby born at MidMichigan Medical Center - Alpena is a baby boy named Miles. Miles was born New Year's Day at 4:30 p.m.

Big Business for Pot   Fri, 03 Jan 2020 06:00:36 EST
Recreational adult-use marijuana sales are approaching six-and-a-half million dollars in the first month of legalization.

Friday State News Summary  Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:39:55 EST
Recreational adult-use marijuana sales are approaching six-and-a-half million dollars in the first month of legalization.

Robert Adrian - New Alpena County Commissioner Chairman  Thu, 02 Jan 2020 16:17:11 EST
There's a new Chairman that has been elected to head up the Alpena County Commissioners.

Dr. VanWagoner to Hold First Coffee With the Community for 2020  Thu, 02 Jan 2020 16:16:28 EST
Alpena Public Schools community members are invited to join Superintendent Dr. John VanWagoner for the first “Coffee with the Community” of the year.

Deported man swims back to Michigan  Thu, 02 Jan 2020 16:16:08 EST
A man who was deported from the United States ten years ago is back behind bars after he swam into Michigan from Canada.

National Birth Defects Prevention Month  Thu, 02 Jan 2020 16:15:27 EST
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month.

Thursday State News Summary  Thu, 02 Jan 2020 10:51:29 EST
A New Year's Day tragedy in Niles, in southwest Michigan. Authorities say a man died after falling into the St. Joseph River while kayaking Wednesday.