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Lessons learned on a river cruise

I’m writing today as I drift down the Romantic Danube aboard a Viking river ship, a trip I had eagerly awaited for months. I am blessed to be surrounded by wonderful family and dear friends, but truth be told, disappointment has abounded. The river waters proved far too low to navigate, ...

Inaugural PickleFest supports cardiovascular care in Alpena

ALPENA - The Business Relations Committee of the Development Council serving Alpena hosted its inaugural PickleFest on August 22–23 at the pickleball courts on Bay View Park. PickleFest was a two-day pickleball tournament featuring men’s, women’s and mixed doubles competitions across ...

Blood drive in Alpena Tuesday

ALPENA - There will be a mobile blood drive on Tuesday at the Life 180 Church on 1346 M-32 in Alpena. The blood drive will take place from 2:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. People can sign up ahead of time online at this link https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11645934 Please call 866-642-5663 to be screened for donating eligibility.

Lewandowski artwork chosen for international exhibition

ALPENA - Artist Erwin P. Lewandowski of Alpena was recently juried into the International Guild of Realism Fall Salon Online Exhibition. This year artists from over 15 countries will be represented during the event that runs from Oct 15 through Dec. 20. “I’m always surprised to have one ...

Busy week for Lifelong Learners

ALPENA — The Association of Lifelong Learners (ALL) has announced its program schedule for next week. Below is a brief description of the events and more information about them. Manoomin: The Story of Wild Rice in Michigan This event is on Tuesday from noon until 1 p.m. at the ACC ...