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Letters to the Editor

Partridge Point should be kept natural

People have visited Partridge Point for years and enjoyed the natural beauty. Recently, the DNR and a private organization have disrupted this area trying to make it a park. Many of us bought homes or built out here to enjoy the peace and quiet of the area. What they call a park — actually ...

When will the criticism be enough?

When will it be enough? I and fellow conservatives have been bombarded over the last several years with false accusations from the far left of being racist, misogynistic, homophobic, yupping dummies, etc. etc. etc. Instead of viewing us as the loyal opposition with different views on how to ...

Lack of blood donation centers in Alpena

In today’s Alpena News (June 21, 2021) there’s an article about a retired Michigan teacher who recently donated his 200th pint of blood. At the end of the article it says, “To give blood with the American Red Cross, visit redcrossblood.org/. So, I went online and discovered that the ...

Why aren’t we looking into fire authority?

I am grateful to the city firefighters for serving Alpena Township residents during this staff shortage. Township residents have to consider what fire department services they want, because some township officials are considering turning fire department operations over to the city. The ...

Grateful for clubs’ work honoring veterans

I’m grateful to the Booster’s and The Kiwanis Club for the beautiful job they do honoring our veterans on Flag Day. I have a flag honoring my father who was in the Navy down on Chisholm. The drive into town is so beautiful when all the flags are flying. It’s a good time to remind all of ...

Here’s to another 60 years for Lee’s

I’m extremely grateful to Dr. Dargis for purchasing and preserving Lee’s Miniature Golf. Lee’s is an iconic hangout for all ages. Here’s to another 60 years of family fun and great memories. KAREN WERDA, Ossineke