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Editorial: Free clinic a good solution to a health care problem
May 2, 2013 Sometimes the best solution to a problem is in your back yard. So it is with the Alpena Free Clinic, which has been addressing the health needs of the community now for five years. more »»
Fletcher: The economic law of physics
April 30, 2013 As you probably already know , I have an interest in the absurd and I believe writing about governmental economic policy probably stems from that fascination. more »»
Stutzman: The best Alpena we can be
April 29, 2013 In my new position as president of the Alpena Area Convention & Visitors Bureau the most commonly asked question people have of me is, “Will Alpena be the next Traverse City?” The flat out, withou... more »»
Editorial: Take extra care when driving through work zones
April 26, 2013 It's orange barrel season and work zones are appearing throughout Northeast Michigan, as crews begin construction and repairs on area roads and streets. more »»
Murch: Are we really that disconnected?
April 26, 2013 Former Washington Post and syndicated columnist David Broder died a little over two years ago in March 2011. more »»
Questions, Anyone?
April 26, 2013 Clarifications for pedestrians Q. Some people walk along the side of the road facing the oncoming traffic, and some walk in the same direction as the traffic. more »»
Editorial: Officials should rethink tax credits
April 25, 2013 We would urge Gov. Rick Snyder and the Michigan Legislature to re-examine tax credits that once were used to assist certain charities, food banks and homelesss shelters. more »»
Fletcher: It’s about treating the symptom
April 23, 2013 I am a voracious reader. I probably acquired the habit at an early age because there wasn’t television at Long Lake until about 1955. more »»
Krawczak: Perception is your reality
April 22, 2013 Perception is Your Reality Perception really is reality. You’ve heard that before. And it is true. Kind of. Perception is reality to the person who holds the perceptio. more »»
Editorial: Child abuse a horror no one should have to face
April 19, 2013 We’re reminded that with April being National Child Abuse Prevention Month that it is up to all of us to pay attention to our surroundings and if we suspect abuse might be taking place, report it to... more »»
Speer: A week with tragedy through the years
April 19, 2013 Among the first things I did Friday was send my oldest son birthday greetings. After that, I hammered out this column. more »»
What is Alpena’s greatest asset?
April 18, 2013 This weekend Alpena Municipal Council will be interviewing candidates for the city manager’s position. more »»
Fletcher: Investment always comes from savings
April 16, 2013 Let’s start with basic economics. The U.S. is over-spending its income to the tune of $1 trillion every year. more »»
Stutzman: Turning ‘I wish’ into ‘let’s do it’
April 15, 2013 Early Alpena has an incredibly story. more »»
Editorial: City manager saga finally coming to end
April 12, 2013 Tuesday will mark the one year anniversary of the shot heard around Alpena, otherwise remembered as the evening former City Manager Thad Taylor was dismissed of his dutie. more »»
Speer: We must never forget Holocaust
April 12, 2013 All too often these days politics and government at any level — local, state and federal — leaves me disappointed, frustrated and angry. more »»
Murch: The weather warriors who are spring athletes
April 12, 2013 Having run track when I was in high school, I have a soft spot for spring sports. It's these athletes who really do get the shaft in terms of a good seaso. more »»
Questions, Anyone?
April 12, 2013 Village of Summerville Q. Reader Steve Wilson asks if there are any stories or historical information about the Village of Summerville on Long Lake. more »»
Gray: Why not you? Why not now?
April 12, 2013 You are going to be busy tomorrow. And the next day. You are going to have laundry to fold, bills to pay, errands to run, family to care for and work to do. more »»
Editorial: A great organization gets a needed new home
April 11, 2013 For 17 years Friends Together has been providing an important service to the community, and this week that community celebrated with them at their new office space at 105 Prentiss. more »» |
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