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5 Ways to Tell Spring Has Sprung in Alpena
Spring may have been “official” on March 20th, but a well-seasoned Michigander knows that spring is not really here until mother nature tells us so! Here are 5 ways for you to remember how to tell when spring is “official” here in Alpena… All the blooms! The oak and maple trees are budding and sprouting new leaves to […]
Sarah Carter, Alpena’s First Female Pioneer
Mrs. Sarah Carter was a remarkable woman. As Alpena’s first woman settler, she was a true pioneer. She and her family trekked far from civilization into the vast, remote wilderness of northeast Michigan. Sarah and Daniel Carter, and their daughter Mary Lavina, became Alpena’s first permanent settlers in November of 1856. Daniel and his business partners […]
Be Mine, Alpena: 5 Ideas to Make Your Valentine’s Day Special
For some of you, Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and happiness while eating a romantic dinner and bestowing special gifts upon your significant other. For others, it is just another day! We are here to tell you that no matter if you are a lover or a cynic of this annual holiday […]
Alpena Area Fresh Takes Video Contest
Submit your Alpena area adventure footage and enter to win some cash! Open call for entries to the Annual Fresh Takes™ Video Contest, sponsored by the Alpena Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. Put your Alpena area adventure video footage from 2023 together and submit a short video showcasing the beautiful destination of Alpena […]
Let it Snow! 5 Fun Things to Do After a Snowstorm in Alpena
There are so many things to do after an Alpena snowstorm, like shovel…plow…snow blow…you know, the adult stuff. Set that aside for a couple of hours of care-free fun with these MUCH better ideas, from us to you! Do you wanna build a snowman? Yes, yes you do! Stick with the traditional approach for classic […]
10 Tips to Find Your Winter Hygge Lifestyle in Alpena
Hygge – pronounced “hoo-ga”, is a Danish concept that cannot be translated into a single word but encompasses the overall cozy feeling of contentment and well-being by enjoying the simple things in life. This is especially popular during the winter months when everyone seeks warm, cozy contentment! To live hygge, think chunky knit sweaters, […]
Oh, Deer! Hunting Season is Here
It’s Deer Season! November 15th, a well-respected holiday in northeast Michigan where the kiddos have the day off from school and many people use their vacation days to take time off of work. It’s none other than the opening day of firearm season for deer hunting season. This day is considered by many to be the […]
Top Haunted Places and Urban Legends of Alpena
A bump in the night, a whisper in your ear. Is it your imagination? Perhaps it’s the wind. Or maybe, just maybe, it’s something else. Hauntings, urban legends, and Native American folklore are cultural experiences that can be found all over the world. Alpena is no exception with a rich history that tends to…jump out at […]
Gravely Art From the Hart: Catching Up with Nick Hartman of Chapel of Ghouls
Every now and then we like to reach out to Alpena natives who are out there making a name for themselves with their talent. This year we reached out to the talented Nick Hartman a.k.a Chapel of Ghouls to find out more about his ghoul art and the message about mental health behind his creatures… […]
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