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The Michigan State Police is coordinating Camp 911, offering handson learning opportunities to Alger County youth through local law enforcement and first responders. The camp will take place on June 10, 11, and 12 at Mather Elementary School in Munising. Registration costs $20, and sponsorship opportunities are available to provide scholarships. To register, visit the Alger Parks and Recreation office!

Three members of the Rock River Township Board abruptly resigned at the regular meeting of the Township Board on April 16, 2024. Clerk Maria Strand, Treasurer Annie Dunn, and Trustee Trevor Case submitted resignation letters at the meeting, citing concerted and organized harassment, abuse, and false accusations directed at board members. The three detailed personal attacks and confrontation in public venues throughout the Chatham and Rock River area which has repeatedly disrupted board meetings and resulted in unnecessary expense and increased workload for township officials.

Three members of the Rock River Township Board abruptly resigned at their scheduled meeting following a heated exchange between board chair Trevor Case and several of the township residents. An ongoing disagreement between the two parties has resulted in Personal Protection orders being issued and several instances requiring law enforcement intervention. What may have started as political differences in the past appears to have become a personal conflict that has constantly disrupted board meetings as well as demonstrated harassment and confrontation in public venues throughout the Chatham/Rock River area..