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Northern Michigan town’s summer concert series gets people dancing every Friday night
GAYLORD, MI - If your Friday night routine needs a refresh, Gaylord’s summer outdoor concert series might be just what you need to help you find your summer groove. These 14 free downtown concerts are a popular draw, bringing locals and visitors alike to Claude Shannon Park for some good tunes and even some dancing.
Petoskey News Review
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with the Otsego County Library
The Otsego County Library will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding this summer with special historical programs. The upcoming programs include: A Michigan Pioneer’s Story: This event will take place at 6 p.m. on Monday, June 8 at the library. It features professional storyteller Lois Keel as “Liberetta,” a Michigan pioneer from the 1830s. Accompanied by her husband, Tom Keel, the program will bring frontier life in early Michigan to life through stories of hardships, resilience and determination. Betsy Ross & Women of the Revolution: This event is set for 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 20. The program will be led by historical interpreter Amy Rogala and highlights the contributions of women during the American Revolution. Guests will learn about Deborah Sampson, “Captain Molly” and more. These events are free and family-friendly. For more information, visit otsego.lib.mi.us . This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with the Otsego County Library
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Alpena Flower Festival is prepared to bloom again on June 5-7
ALPENA, Mich. — Downtown Alpena will transform into a floral showcase when the fourth annual Alpena Flower Festival returns June 5-7, 2026. The three-day event, presented by Alpena Agency and Auto-Owners Insurance, has established itself as the community's signature summer kickoff. The festival fills downtown streets with floral displays, interactive photo opportunities, live music and activities designed for all ages. Popular returning attractions include the Petal Pub Crawl on Thursday evening, the Flower Fest 5K on Saturday morning and build-your-own bouquet bars throughout the weekend. The Alpena Downtown Development Authority is expanding the festival this year with new activities and partnerships. "Each year, the festival gets bigger and more exciting," said Anne Gentry, DDA executive director. "This year, we will be requesting to close a portion of Second Ave on both Friday evening and Saturday to concentrate activities and create a more festive environment. We are also inviting vendors to be part of the action in the heart of the festival." The festival launches Friday evening with performances by the Alpena Street Performers from 5-7 p.m. at Water Street Commons, Culligan Plaza and the park next to Red Brick. Second Avenue will feature floral installations, vendors and music from Steve
Petoskey News Review
Boyne City golf sets state finals plans; Petoskey, Gaylord wrap season
EAST TAWAS — Even with a veteran group in 2026, the Boyne City boys golf team never had a gauge on the level it takes to qualify and play at a state finals. Now, they’ll leave the next generation of Rambler golfers with just that. Competing at Red Hawk Golf Course in East Tawas Tuesday, May 26 during a Division 3 regional tournament, Boyne City punched its ticket to the state finals behind a 352, placing them third overall. Elk Rapids’ 340 earned the regional title, while Travers City St. Francis also qualified with a 343. The top three teams and top three individuals not on a qualifying team advance to the state championships. For the Ramblers, it’s just the third time they’ve reached the finals as a team since at least the 2000 season. Boyne last qualified for states in back-to-back seasons in 2021-22. The seniors of this group were in middle school at the time. Boyne City Softball: Boyne City softball homers way to Northern Shores Conference title It was a pair of seniors leading the way for Boyne, with Cameron Little’s seventh place 84 topping the list. Senior Drew Neer also shot 87, sophomore Tanner Sigulinsky carded
Petoskey News Review
Gaylord's Memorial Day commemoration honors local veterans
A crowd gathered in the heart of downtown Gaylord on Memorial Day to honor the legacy of U.S. military members who died in service to their country. The city's annual parade featured scouts, nonprofits, the Gaylord High School marching band and local veterans. “When we first started doing this, we only really had 20 to 30 people. Now we have crowds, andthey just keep getting bigger every year,” said Ron LeBourdais, commander of the Ralph Holewinski VFW Post 1518. The remembrance ceremony included the folding of a 20’x30’ American flag, a wreath presentation and several speakers. Guest speaker Sergeant David Hyde spoke about the importance of intentional reflection on the meaning of Memorial Day. “Today causes us to pause and reflect. To remember that liberty always carries a cost,” he said. “Let us remember with gratitude.” This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Gaylord's Memorial Day commemoration honors local veterans
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Memorial Day ceremonies planned across Alpena to honor service and sacrifice
ALPENA, Mich. - Across the country, ceremonies and special events take place in observance of Memorial Day. Alpena is no exception. A full schedule of events are planned to honor the sacrifice of those who served and gave their lives in that service. 9:30 - Rose Ceremony at the courthouse 9:50 - Parade / Procession departs for Little Flanders Field Veterans cemetery 10:20 - Waters Edge wreath toss for those lost at sea 11:00 - Wreath ceremony at Little Flanders Field Veterans cemetery 12:30 - Memorial Day Veterans lunch at VFW post of Alpena Visit Alpena shared the following information about the display of flags along the Bi-Path. The Kiwanis and Boosters Clubs have joined efforts to create a “Heroes Avenue of Flags” commemorating fallen Veterans from the Alpena area. The Alpena Flag Project lines the flags along the Thunder Bay River, following the Alpena Bi-Path from the Evergreen Cemetery to Washington Park. This project has expanded to include a display of flags located at Duck Park, which runs along the bi-path. This additional Alpena's Flags of Honor trail honors veterans who are living or deceased. Each flag is marked with a plaque that states the hero’s name, the war
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Michigan’s Treetops Resort tees up an unforgettable golf season
Golf season is in full swing in Northern Michigan, and Treetops Resort is ready for it. The Gaylord-area destination, long considered one of the Midwest’s premier golf getaways, opened its courses this spring with five distinct layouts and a setting that draws as much attention as the game itself.
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You Can Search For 450-Million-Year-Old Fossils At This Michigan Park
Hidden along the shores of Lake Huron near Alpena, Michigan, Rockport State Recreation Area is one of the state’s most underrated outdoor gems. What makes it truly special is that the ground beneath your feet is literally ancient — the limestone bedrock here is packed with fossils that are roughly 450 million years old.
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This Nostalgic Michigan Mini Golf Course Has Waterfalls, Flower Gardens, and a Surprisingly Challenging Layout
Just north of East Tawas, a miniature golf course along US-23 has been drawing families back year after year for more than three decades. But this is not the usual roadside mini golf setup with oversized props and gimmicks. The course is built around landscaped gardens, waterfalls, and carefully designed...
Petoskey News Review
Michigan author's horror book series features Vanderbilt ties
A Michigan author just released his second novel in a planned three-part horror series that has strong Vanderbilt ties. Midland resident Jeff Vande Zande wrote "Blood of the Witness Tree," which takes place in the Pigeon River Country State Forest, and includes a reference to the Mill Street Diner in Vanderbilt. Vande Zande knows the area well as he has been fly fishing there for the last 25 years. Vande Zande’s first horror novel was "Dance of the Rotten Sticks," released in August 2024. Both are part of his Orphan Island series that will be completed with the third book, "Coven of the Worm Moon," slated for later this year. “I’m just happy that I was able to incorporate this part of Michigan into the novels,” Vande Zande said. Subscribe: Check out our latest offers Vande Zande works as a creative writing professor at Delta College near Saginaw. Before COVID-19, he mainly wrote poetry, short stories and other novels. “After COVID, I got the idea to write horror stories, which I guess makes sense given all we went through with (the pandemic),” Vande Zande said. Vande Zande enjoys fly fishing in the Vanderbilt area several times a year and considers
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Alpena's Placoderm Fossil & Sugar Ray's Birth | May 3
On this day in 2017: A rare fossil of a Placoderm, an armor-plated fish, was found in Alpena, Michigan, exciting paleontologists at the University of Michigan. On this day in 1921: Walker Smith Jr., better known as boxer Sugar Ray Robinson, was born. Although his birth certificate says Georgia, he grew up in Detroit and became one of the greatest boxers, winning six world championships.