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News Photo by Julie Riddle Firefighters fight a blaze on M-32 on Tuesday. Water rains down as firefighters douse a house fire at the intersection of M-32 and Green Road in Alpena County around noon on Tuesday. All residents and a family pet escaped uninjured after the fire started in a clean chimney, according to the homeowner. Firefighters had to pull down a ceiling in the ranch-style home because the fire was trapped in a small space under the roof, according to Tim Wade, assistant fire chief for Green Township Fire Department. After the fire was extinguished, responders helped the homeowne...

Courtesy Photo This past weekend, Alpena Lions Club members Becky LaMay, Barb Sumrix and Jodi Gilmet delivered Valentine goodie bags to MediLodge on Long Rapids Road. They prepared 108 bags which was enough for each resident. Each included a handwritten Valentine letting them know that we are thinking about them or that we care about them along with some personal care products, snacks and a puzzle book. Newsletter I'm interested in (please check all that apply) Daily Newsletter

Power of Parenting virtual game night Feb. 16 Power of Parenting is holding a virtual game night via Zoom from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 16. Join us and other parents and guardians, in a relaxing night of games and laughter — the tasks of parenting during the past year have been challenging. Multiple drawings will be available for gift cards and family board games. This workshop is free. Text Power to 989-418-3962 to register by Feb. 15. This Power of Parenting workshop aligns with the Strengthening Families framework by promoting the following protective factors: parental resili...