Albion Farmer’s Market Updates
Albion Farmer’s Market to Continue in 2025 with Temporary Location Under Consideration The Albion Downtown Development Authority (DDA) remains committed to hosting and supporting the Albion Farmer’s Market despite the removal of the market structure at Stoffer Plaza due to underlying infrastructure issues. To ensure the market continues to serve the community, the DDA board […]
40 Years of Flowers
Celebrating Anna’s House of Flowers 40th Anniversary “I truly believe you don’t know what you are doing with your life until you’re in your 40s.” At 42 years young, Anna Merritt began her venture as a business owner and florist. With the support of countless community members and the business expertise of Verne Plassman, Anna’s […]
New Scholarship at the Albion Community Foundation
The Albion Community Foundation is excited to announce a new scholarship fund, the Dan and Linda Ohmer Scholarship Fund. Dan and Linda Ohmer have established a scholarship fund for individuals who reside within the greater Albion area and/or graduate from Marshall High School who are seeking educational opportunities beyond high school. This scholarship is established […]
The Historic Albion Train Depot is Receiving a Major Face Lift
“If you have a building in a place like Michigan, you have to maintain it.” – Virginia Cram-Martos Albion’s beloved train depot is getting a much-needed face lift, 40 years after the original restoration. Train History Built in 1882 as part of the Michigan Central Railroad, the Italianate style depot provided a transportation hub from […]
Black History Month Celebrations in Albion
Black History Month is an annual celebration that highlights the achievements of Black people throughout our history and culture. Black History Month is an expansion of the work of historian Carter G. Woodson. Woodson founded the “Association for the Study of Negro Life and History” in 1915 that aimed “for Black scholars to study and […]
Celebrate Love this Valentine’s Day All Week Long
Paint & Sip Fundraiser for Rotary Club of Albion at Galazio of Albion 6PM Monday, February 10th Kick off your Valentine’s celebrations with Rotary Club of Albion’s Paint and Sip Fundraiser! Unlock your inner artist and create your next masterpiece with step-by-step instructions from Annette Lerma. Immerse yourself in culture and cuisine at Galazio of […]
“Focused on Freedom” – The Albion Branch NAACP’s Future
After 18+ years of service, Robert (Bob) Dunklin has step down as the President of the Albion Branch NAACP. Dunklin has been an integral part of the organization, fighting for freedom and equity not only in Albion but in our state and our nation. When Albion community members think of the Albion Branch NAACP, more […]
2024 Troop 158 & 158G Eagle Scout Projects
Scouting America is a national program providing leadership, character building, and community service through hands on work with an emphasis the outdoors. A part of Scouting is earning the rank of Eagle Scout, it’s the highest rank of the program with only one in four Scouts achieving it. When becoming an Eagle Scout, the youth […]
Men Who Cook – Grab a Plate and Help Make Albion Beautiful
Are you looking to have a hearty meal before kickoff on Superbowl Sunday, or just craving some delicious dishes and quality time with the Albion community? On Sunday, February 9th, Citizens to Beautify Albion is hosting the 38th annual Men Who Cook, a community event second only to the Festival of the Forks. In previous […]
The Three Muses of the Sister City Committee Receive Medals of the Cities of Noisy-le-Roi and Bailly, France
Mae Ola Dunklin, Dianne Guenin-Lelle, and Mary Slater, who kindly refer to themselves as the Three Muses of the Sister City Committee, received one of the most honorable awards from Albion’s Sister Cities in France. Each received a personal Medal of the City from Noisy-le-Roi and Bailly. The official beginning of the Sister City relationship […]