Local & Regional News
Thursday News Summary 08-11-22 Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:27:08 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) GOVERNOR PLOT TRIAL Dangerous would-be kidnappers...or big talkers.
Wednesday News Summary 08-10-22 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:19:01 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) OTTAWA COUNTY UNEMPLOYMENT Unemployment rates for June 2022 were recently released recently by the state.
Tuesday News Summary 08-09-22 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:25:17 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) HARMFUL ALGAL BLOOMS The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy and the...
Monday News Summary 08-08-22 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 07:14:53 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) I-75 CRACKDOWN Michigan State Police motor carrier officers and troopers assigned to MSP Motor Units will focus enforcement on I-75 from the...
Friday News Summary 08-05-22 Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:29:25 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) ROBERT HALF REPORT The job market will remain strong through the end of 2022.
Wednesday News Summary 08-03-22 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 08:56:54 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) SOME STATE HOUSE & SENATE More results in the state house...Republican State Senator Ed McBroom won his primary.
Tuesday News Summary 08-02-22 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 12:17:01 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) OTTAWA COUNTY UNEMPLOYMENT The preliminary unemployment rates for June 2022 were recently released by the Michigan Department of Technology,...
Monday News Summary 08-01-22 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:26:49 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) MINIMUM WAGE A judge has delayed the implementation of a minimum wage hike and paid sick leave.
Monday News Summary 07-18-22 Mon, 18 Jul 2022 12:06:24 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) 4 SHOT IN GRAND RAPIDS An investigation is underway in Grand Rapids after four people were shot outside a bar.
Friday News Summary 07-15-22 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 07:28:22 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) RYAN KELLEY More legal trouble for one of the leading Republican candidates for Governor of Michigan.
Thursday News Summary 07-14-22 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:14:11 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) GERALD FORD COMMEMORATION To commemorate President Gerald R. Fords 109th birthday, members of the Ford family and the Gerald R.
Tuesday News Summary 07-12-22 Tue, 12 Jul 2022 07:28:04 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) UIA SCAM An alert for those applying for unemployment.
Monday News Summary 07-11-22 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 07:06:21 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) GO FUND ME A Go Fund Me account set up to help the family of slain Detroit Police officer Loren Courts has raised more than 62-thousand...
Friday News Summary 07-08-22 Fri, 08 Jul 2022 07:22:22 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) RYAN KELLEY NOT GUILTY A Republican candidate for governor of Michigan has pleaded not guilty to several misdemeanor charges related to the...
Thursday News Summary 07-07-22 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 08:22:43 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) DETROIT OFFICER SHOT, KILLED A five year veteran of the Detroit Police Department has died after he was shot responding to a call about a...
Wednesday News Summary 07-06-22 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 06:42:57 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) AG CONSUMER ALERT With a potential ban on abortions looming -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is issuing a consumer alert to...
Tuesday News Summary 07-05-22 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:00:42 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) WATER RESCUES The Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project is reporting 12 water rescues so far over this past holiday weekend.
Friday News Summary 07-01-22 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:14:00 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) GOV KIDNAP CASE A judge has set August 9th for a second trial for two men charged with plotting to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer.
Thursday News Summary 06-30-22 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 07:07:15 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) MONKEYPOX IN MICHIGAN The first probable case of Monkeypox related to the ongoing worldwide outbreak has been found in Michigan.
Wednesday News Summary 06-29-22 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 12:24:05 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) WORK ZONE CRASH MEMORIAL This Fourth of July holiday weekend, Clare Welcome Center patrons will be able to view a special memorial for those...
Tuesday News Summary 06-28-22 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:56:50 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) ABORTION PROSECUTORS Two county prosecutors say they CAN prosecute medical providers who perform abortions in Michigan following last week's...
Monday News Summary 06-27-22 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:09:29 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) HIV TESTING The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Division of HIV and STD Programs is encouraging Michiganders to make HIV...
Friday News Summary 06-24-22 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 07:01:40 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) ALLEGAN SHOOTING State Police officials say a motorist shot in a struggle with a sheriff's deputy during a traffic stop in western Michigan...
Thursday News Summary 06-23-22 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 07:28:25 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) OTTAWA COUNTY COVID TESTING Free, walk-in COVID-19 testing will be available throughout the summer months in Ottawa and Allegan counties.
Wednesday News Summary 06-22-22 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 08:35:53 EDT
(Stories Courtesy of Michigan News Radio) GOVERNOR LETTER TO PRESIDENT Governor Gretchen Whitmer has sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to work with Congress to...
Train Derailment - Long Lake Avenue Crossing Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:03:07 EDT
If you travel Long Lake Avenue and Road in and out of the City of Alpena, take note that road is closed at the Long Lake Avenue railroad crossing.
Free COVID-19 Testing Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:02:31 EDT
District Four Health Department officials say there will be free COVID testing today at the Alpena County Fairgrounds and the Knights of Columbus Hall in Cheboygan on Thursday..
Lock Opens Back Up In The Soo Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:00:34 EDT
The MacArthur Lock at the Soo Locks is now open. The US Army Corps of Engineers said it shut down on December 15 of 2021 for seasonal maintenance.
Tuesday State News Summary Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:15:39 EDT
HEAT Today is the first day of summer and most of Michigan is under a heat advisory. Temperatures are expected to reach the 90's in most areas.
Alpena Fireworks Fundraising - Over The Top Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:03:21 EDT
After a last minute blitz of activity, Alpena Chamber of Commerce officials say the fireworks fundraising effort has gone over the top of a 23-thousand dollar goal.
Montmorency Agencies - 121 Calls For Service Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:02:19 EDT
Montmorency emergency service agencies responded to 121 calls for service in the past week. Deputies made no arrests but handled three animal / vehicle crashes an alarm and dispute.
Gas Prices Decrease Slightly Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:01:58 EDT
Motorists are getting a bit of relief at the pump as the state average price of $5.16 for a gallon of gas dropped by six cents, but is over two dollars ($2.02.9) higher than last year.
Gas Prices Lower In Near Future ? Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:01:39 EDT
Could those sky-high gas prices be coming down over the next few weeks? Gas Buddy Petroleum analyst Patrick Dehaan predicts that prices could fall to a national average of 4.75 a gallon...
Monday State News Summary Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:21:56 EDT
MODULAR BUILD FUNDS Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced seven local government and nonprofit organizations across the state will receive nearly $1.4 million to construct seven...
Alpena Fireworks Fundraising - Almost There Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:02:13 EDT
A last chance Alpena Fireworks Fundraiser held Thursday brought organizers closer to the goal of $23,000.00 but they are still not quite there.
Alpena Water - Sewer Contractor SUEZ Merges With Veolia Fri, 17 Jun 2022 06:01:53 EDT
City of Alpena officials announced Thursday that their contracted utility company SUEZ Water Environmental Services Inc. (SUEZ), has merged with, and into, Veolia Environment S.A. (Veolia).
Funds Sought For Civil War Memorial Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:27:53 EDT
A Go fund Me effort is underway to raise money to establish a civil war memorial monument at the Alpena County Courthouse.
200 Millionth Vehicle Crosses Big Mac Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:27:35 EDT
After opening for traffic on November 1st 1957 - 65 years ago - the 200 millionth vehicle crossed the Mackinac Bridge last evening, and a family from Tawas City has some unusual bragging...
Thursday State News Summary Thu, 16 Jun 2022 23:29:59 EDT
CASINO DECLINED Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declined to approve building a casino in western Michigan.
On Line Help To Deal With Spongy Moth Problems Wed, 15 Jun 2022 06:01:23 EDT
State Department of Natural Resources officials say the Michigan State University Extension websites and a page of their own can help those who are dealing with Spongy Moth issues.
Wednesday State News Summary Wed, 15 Jun 2022 05:56:15 EDT
HEAT ADVISORY-LOWER MI There's a heat advisory for today for the lower peninsula in Michigan.
Alpena Council Hears HUNT Annual Report Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:59:48 EDT
The Huron Undercover Narcotics Team or HUNT, has released their annual report for activity in the past year ending in 2021 and a brief summary of the report was given to the City of Alpena.
Cheboygan Fairgrounds To Get Electrical Upgrade Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:01:10 EDT
Officials of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development have announced the Cheboygan County Fairgrounds was awarded a 50-thousand dollar ($50,000.00) competitive grant to...
Tuesday State News Summary Tue, 14 Jun 2022 05:41:33 EDT
AGING SERVICES LISTENING SESSION The Michigan Commission on Services to the Aging is seeking input from the public at its listening session in Huron County on Friday, June 17.
Gas Prices Continue to Climb Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:01:45 EDT
Gas prices continue to climb as new records are set, but did not advance as high this past week as "Triple A" reports the state average of $5.22 was up 16 cents in the past week.
I-75 Construction - Detour - At Mackinaw City Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:01:05 EDT
If traveling to the Upper Peninsula this week, Michigan Department of transportation officials say road crews will be working near the Mackinac Bridge, starting Tuesday (14) starting at ...
Monday State News Summary Mon, 13 Jun 2022 06:04:33 EDT
INFLATION OIL The cost of fuel oil jumped nearly 17 per cent in May. That raises the price you pay for everything that has to be transported whether by land air or water.
Traffic Light Signal Renovation Delayed Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:03:45 EDT
Alpena County Road Commission officials say efforts to complete a traffic signal upgrade at the corner of Long Rapids, Bagley and Genshaw has been moving along as much as possible, but has...
Bagley Street Bridge Reopens Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:03:27 EDT
Alpena County Road Commission officials say the Bagley Street Bridge in Alpena has reopened.
Alpena - Alcona Schools Get STEM Grants Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:03:09 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced 16 schools have been awarded Great Lakes-based science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) educational grants, in connection with Michigan’s...
Alpena Township Road Closure For Utility Work Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:02:33 EDT
Due to some utility work, Tamrack Road, between M-32 West and Kline Road, in the Charter Township of Alpena, will have intermittent Road closures on Monday (13).
Flags To Fly In Rogers City Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:01:56 EDT
The Rogers City Masonic Lodge has requested, and the Rogers City Council approved placement of American flags at Lakeside Park for this weekend through the 18th.
Friday State News Summary Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:50:22 EDT
RYAN KELLEY FACING CHARGES While five Republican candidates for Governor were kicked off the ballot because of allegations about forged signatures, another contender finds himself in...
RC Hosting MEDC Meeting Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:03:27 EDT
Rogers City officials are getting ready for hosting a Northeast Lower Michigan regional meeting of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC).
Hubbard Lake Boat Launch To Close Monday Thu, 09 Jun 2022 06:00:50 EDT
The East Bay Hubbard Lake boating access site in Alcona County will temporarily close starting Monday (13), for site enhancements that will make it safer for Hubbard Lake boater traffic to...
Thursday State News Summary Thu, 09 Jun 2022 05:35:07 EDT
FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER Ottawa County officials are set to break ground on the new Family Justice Center with a ceremony TODAY at 10 a.m.
Summer Programs For APS Students Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:02:24 EDT
Alpena Public School officials say they have partnered with some local organizations and there are a number of summer programs to keep kids in the learning mode.
DNR Welcomes Forest Management Input Wed, 08 Jun 2022 06:00:43 EDT
The Department of Natural Resources will be accepting public comment prior to updating its newest 2024 forest management plan Prescribed burns, timber harvests and other activities are...
Wednesday State News Summary Wed, 08 Jun 2022 05:44:38 EDT
VEHICLE CHARGING MANUFACTURING FACILITY Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that the Canadian company FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle charging network operator, will...
Energy Savings Paying Off For APS Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:04:01 EDT
The Alpena Power Company Efficiency United program has awarded a 1-hundred-9 thousand dollar ($109,660.00) stipend to Alpena Public Schools.
Live Mannequin Shopping Event In Alpena Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:02:48 EDT
The Alpena Downtown Development Authority is hosting a Live Mannequin Shopping Event. It will be Friday, June 10th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Alcona Sheriff - 89 Calls For Service Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:02:24 EDT
Alcona Sheriff Deputies handled 89 complaints in the past week. Deputies made two arrests, one each for a warrant and domestic assault. They also issued 10 citations in 32 traffic stops.
Tuesday State News Summary Tue, 07 Jun 2022 05:54:16 EDT
MAC CONFERENCE COVID More than a dozen people have now tested positive for COVID following the Policy Conference last week on Mackinac Island.
Gas Prices - Setting New Records Mon, 06 Jun 2022 06:03:36 EDT
Much anger is being fueled at the gas pump when motorists fill up vehicles, as all time high prices have been recorded at the pump.
Above Average Temperatures In May Mon, 06 Jun 2022 06:03:00 EDT
According to automatic weather data recording equipment at the Alpena County Regional Airport, temperatures in May were warmer and a bit more rainfall.
Monday State News Summary Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:39:31 EDT
HIT LIST Authorities in Wisconsin say Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer's name was on a hit list found in the car of a man suspected of killing a retired judge.
Friday State News Summary Fri, 03 Jun 2022 07:27:53 EDT
FORD BRINGING THOUSAND OF JOBS TO MICHIGAN Ford will add 62-hundred factory jobs in Michigan, Missouri and Ohio as it prepares to build more electric vehicles and roll out two redesigned...
Thursday State News Summary Thu, 02 Jun 2022 07:15:19 EDT
NURSE COLLABORATIVE PLAN Michigan higher education and healthcare leaders have unveiled a collaborative plan to increase educational options to produce more highly-qualified nurses and...
Wednesday State News Summary Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:17:29 EDT
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT To further efforts to support mental health and well-being for more Michiganders, Governor Gretchen Whitmer tasked the Michigan Dept.
Tuesday State News Summary Tue, 31 May 2022 07:07:43 EDT
CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE The Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council released its Advanced Energy Infrastructure: A Roadmap for Implementation in Michigan which details how Michigan...
Memorial Day Observances In Alpena Sun, 29 May 2022 06:02:30 EDT
On Memorial Day on Monday, there will be observances of the holiday in Alpena, honoring those who served the ultimate price for their country.
POLL - Children Are Picky Eaters Sun, 29 May 2022 06:01:10 EDT
Probably no surprise here. A new University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's National Poll finds children who are picky eaters pose a challenge to parents.
Sunday State News Summary Sun, 29 May 2022 06:00:28 EDT
GAS PRICES If you're hitting the road during this Memorial Day weekend, gas prices in Michigan now averaging 4.56 a gallon.
Free Tows For Drunk Drivers Over Holiday Weekend Sat, 28 May 2022 06:01:25 EDT
With the Memorial Day holiday weekend upon us, Triple-A says it's reactivating its Tow to Go program to provide safe transportation for impaired drivers and their vehicles.
Temporary Cut In Michigan Gas Tax Possible Sat, 28 May 2022 06:01:06 EDT
The state Senate passed legislation Thursday afternoon that will suspend the 6% sales and use taxes on gas and the 27-cent-per-gallon excise gas tax.
Saturday State News Summary Sat, 28 May 2022 05:47:45 EDT
FIRE IN DETROIT'S MID TOWN A big fire in downtown Detroit has destroyed a well known restaurant in the city's Midtown.
Car Crashes Into Building Fri, 27 May 2022 06:02:02 EDT
Police continue to investigate a car crashing into the EZ-Mart at the corner of Bagley and M-32 Thursday.
Alpena Big Boy To Be Sold Fri, 27 May 2022 06:01:43 EDT
Ludlow Enterprises announced it is selling their Big Boy Restaurant in Alpena (Ripley Boulevard) to the chain’s franchisor Big Boy Restaurant Group.
Friday Local Sports Summary Fri, 27 May 2022 05:56:39 EDT
THURSDAY (26): Girls Soccer: Division 1 District Quarterfinal Alpena 9 - Saginaw Arthur Hill 0 Boys Golf: Alpena finished 6th of 24 teams with a score of 345 at the "Nightmare"...
Friday State News Summary Fri, 27 May 2022 04:57:47 EDT
MICHIGAN STUDENTS DEMONSTRATE FOR GUN SAFETY Hundreds of students at Oxford High School walked out of class on Thursday to show their support for students and families in Uvalde, Texas.
Bloom Road Closure - Culvert Replacement Thu, 26 May 2022 06:03:41 EDT
Officials of the Alpena County Road Commission have announced that a portion of Bloom Road will be closed today (Thursday, May 26).
Besser Museum Hosts Night Sky Viewing Party Thu, 26 May 2022 06:03:03 EDT
Officials of the Besser Museum in Alpena say they, and environmental organization Huron Pines will be hosting night sky viewing party at Rockport’s Dark Sky Park.
RC Council Introduces Zoning Ordinance Updates Thu, 26 May 2022 06:02:42 EDT
Rogers City Council members recently approved second readings of some ordinance revisions and updates. One allows splitting non-conforming lots for sale in certain conditions.
Alcona Deputies - 90 Calls For Service Thu, 26 May 2022 06:02:23 EDT
Alcona Sheriff Deputies responded to 90 calls for service in the past week, making one arrest on a warrant, and issuing six citations in 34 traffic stops.
Thursday State News Summary Thu, 26 May 2022 06:01:04 EDT
MICHIGAN RETAIL REPORT The Michigan Retailers Association reports that April 2022 sales slightly fell over March.
FEMA Aid For Gaylord In The Works Wed, 25 May 2022 06:00:41 EDT
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency has granted her request for a joint Preliminary Damage Assessment with state and local officials.
Wednesday State News Suimmary Wed, 25 May 2022 06:45:36 EDT
TORNADO PETS-GAYLORD In the wake of the tornado in Gaylord last Friday, many pets have been displaced.
Tuesday State News Summary Tue, 24 May 2022 06:40:30 EDT
STORM DAMAGE ASSISTANCE As residents across northern Michigan assess damage and begin to recover from Friday afternoons tornado, the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial...
Helping With Gaylord Tornado Relief Tue, 24 May 2022 06:01:40 EDT
In the aftermath of a tornado hitting the City of Gaylord last Friday, you might want to know if or how you can make a contribution to help.
Starlite Public Restrooms To Close At Night Tue, 24 May 2022 06:01:21 EDT
Due to ongoing vandalism, the Starlite public restrooms in Alpena will be closed during overnight between 9:090 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. each day until further notice.
Alpena Township Road Closure For Utility Work Tue, 24 May 2022 06:00:41 EDT
Due to some utility work, Shelly Street, in-between Hobbs Drive and Carew Street, in the Charter Township of Alpena, will have intermittent Road closures today (Tuesday).
Relief Supplies For Gaylord Sought Mon, 23 May 2022 09:09:25 EDT
If in the Rogers City area, and you would like to help with a donation to the Gaylord Community, community organizers are filling up a school bus with various supplies for assistance.