Beginning today, MidMichigan Health is easing visitor restrictions at its medical centers, including the hospital in Alpena.

The new Alpena County Jail is moving along and may be ready for at least partial occupancy in the near future.

The development of a new course for 11th graders at Alpena High School is moving forward despite some initial concerns from both staff and school board members.

Officials from the Salvation Army of Alpena say they are grateful for the generous donations from area residents, which helped the non-profit reach its annual Christmas fundraising goal.

The number of complaints filed with the Montmorency County Sheriff’s Office was down considerably last week.

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Committee of Alpena is hosting an interactive workshop designed to promote learning and open discussion about race and racism.

The Alpena Public Schools board of education Monday, accepted the first series of bids for buildings and grounds improvements and renovations that will be paid for through a voter-approved bond issue.