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Moving on up
The Class of 2038 received Certificates of Completion of Kindergarten. Courtesy photo Celebrating the Class of 2038By Morgan StanleyThere wasn’t a dry eye—or an empty seat—in the high school auditorium on the evening of May 19. Family, friends, and community members gathered for a milestone event: the annual kindergarten graduation ceremony.The evening was a beautiful…
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Scholarships for outstanding students
ALPENA — Northland Area Federal Credit Union awarded $10,000 in 2026 Jerry Erickson higher education scholarships to 10 local member students. The Jerry Erickson Scholarship program is a cornerstone of the Northland’s commitment to education and the development of future leaders in our communities. The recipients are chosen through a rigorous process that evaluates their…
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Sports
Prout places second at state
Sophomore Reegan Prout of Standish-Sterling Central High School placed second in 300-meter hurdles in state with a personal best time of 44.76.SSC athletes competed at the state track and field meet May 30 at Kent City High School.Prout ran the 4×100 relay with junior Jolena Raymer, freshman Livia Plachta, senior Ava Walker, 51.45. Walker got…