Do we really need a pool in tough times?
I read about Parents irate about the consolidation of smaller schools and wonder “wasn’t this bound to happen?” The infrastructure in place was mostly constructed for the Baby Boomer generation and with fewer kids in our School System this eventuality should have been planned for regardless of our economy. Our children will get a quality education with or without these additional schools. At worst they may have to endure longer travel times. Will this devastate their worlds? I think not. The Board of Education is having to make some tough choices right not and where I agree with their paring down under-used buildings I cannot agree with closing the Plaza Pool. Our children live in the Water Wonderland that is Michigan. They will all be found playing in and around rivers and lakes at some time or other, children are naturally drawn to water.
» Full StoryWolverine has avoided answering questions
Wolverine's coal power plans for Rogers City are a "bridge to nowhere" and will only benefit rich banks and rich pockets. Wolverine has been asked repeatedly to reveal the costs of its plan. Wolverine, year after year, refuses.
» Full StoryProof positive that moderates are Democrats
On Feb. 26 The National Journal issued a list of the Top Ten most Conservative, Liberal and Moderate senators and representatives in the U.S. Congress. All 10 most liberal in the senate and house are Democrats. No surpris.
» Full StoryTendercare provided top notch treatment
Due to an infection I acquired after a surgical procedure, I was required to undergo in-patient treatment for five weeks, and was admitted to the Tendercare facility in Rogers City.
» Full StoryDisney has exceptions to give a day reward
I was touched by the story of eleven-year-old Jordan Sengenberger who sold homemade dog treats to purchase supplies for the Huron Humane Society.
» Full StoryImportant for everyone to be counted in census
This is an open letter to the editor for the readers of The Alpena News in respect to Census 2010.
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