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 […]
Remembering Dr. King & Albion’s Connections
Martin Luther King Jr. is a civil rights activist our nation and community honors annually on the third Monday of January, Martin Luther King Jr. Day (MLK Day). But to celebrate and observe this holiday, it is important to know the history of the federally recognized day, and the ways Albion celebrates. According to Blackmore […]
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated – Empowering Albion’s Families
Meet the ladies who are impacting food security of our youth, AKA, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. AKA is an international service organization dedicated to empowering families and the community*. With over 360,000 initiated members in graduate and undergraduate chapters*, 3 local Albion women are continuing their legacy in the Albion area: Vivian Davis, Mae […]
Up & Up Upholstery – Bringing New Life to Loved Furniture
Meet Lynne Sellers, owner of Up & Up Upholstery in downtown Albion! Up & Up opened in early 2024 with the goal of offering a new local service to Albion residents. As Sellers explained, upholstery is the process of taking your solid frame of furniture and making it into something you fully love. Sellers does […]