What's all the buzz about Downtown Alpena? Check out what people are saying about us locally, state-wide, and across the country by viewing some of the recent media coverage our downtown businesses, programs, and developments have received.
2021
"Gov. Whitmer Awards Funding to 41 Small Businesses in 28 Communities to Support 228 New Jobs and Grow Michigan's Economy." December 17, 2021 | michiganbusiness.org 
"3 downtown placemaking projects recognized for improving their communities." November 16, 2021 | Model D Media 
"In Michigan, a Park Made of Water." July 29, 2021 | The New York Times 
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"New Sweet Shop in Northern Michigan will offer Cops & Doughnuts, and other locally made treats." December 8, 2021 | MLive 
"Sunrise Side Episode" August 26, 2021 | Under the Radar Michigan 
"Getting fresh in Downtown Alpena." July 28, 2021 | In MI Downtown Podcast Michigan Downtown Association 
"Officials seek more space as Downtown Alpena grows." June 14, 2021 | The Alpena News |
And that one time we were interviewed on National Public Radio with Audie Cornish...
"Sixth Circuit Court Rules 'Tire Chalking' Unconstitutional."
April 23, 2019 | NPR All Things Considered
"Sixth Circuit Court Rules 'Tire Chalking' Unconstitutional."
April 23, 2019 | NPR All Things Considered