As the saying goes “No roses without thorns.” This proposed health bill is filled with so many thorns that you can’t even see or smell the roses. » Full Story

We are responding to Gov. Granholm’s Executive Order 2009-36, abolishing among other things, the Department of History, Arts, and Libraries (HAL). » Full Story

Many relatives responded to an invitation to an old fashioned barn dance recently. One might think of square dancing, but this was more of a line dance for all ages. » Full Story

Another Alpena County Fair has come to an end. That doesn’t mean, however, that our local 4-H’ers are done for another year. » Full Story

A Flute and Friends, the concert produced and directed by Mary Ann Hubbard at Trinity Episcopal Church this past Sunday afternoon, was stunning for the variety and high quality of music - live music... » Full Story

When I enlisted in the navy January 1941, cigaretts were .05 per pack or .50 per carton, but my pay days were small 21.00 per month. We paid our life insurance of 6.00 per m. which left 15. » Full Story

I was wondering why The News published two hate pieces on Sarah Palin in one day. Perhaps it was to get that hatred all out at one time instead of spreading it out over a couple of days. » Full Story

The purpose of democratic government is to serve what’s best for all its citizens. » Full Story

I read yesterday’s article concerning the discussion at the city council meeting regarding hiring an out-of-town architect for the Starlite Beach public restroom building. » Full Story

I urge you to be informed about the pending “Obama Care” health care plan. » Full Story