“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 […]
Get Ready for Albion’s Winter Market – November 14th
Stroll downtown Albion November 14th to kick off your holiday shopping with Albion’s Winter Market! Businesses across Superior Street will be joining in the fun with specialty activities, evening hours, and holiday spirit. Pop-up vendors will line the alley way between Anna’s House of Flowers and the Secretary of State, with exciting opportunities from organizations […]
10 Years of Love and Reading – Albion’s Big Read
By Cassidy Porter It’s hard to believe that this year Albion’s Big Read is celebrating 10 years! As a participant in the first year of the program, it is even more difficult think that 10 amazing years of community togetherness, youth empowerment, and common reading have gone by. Created with a vision to have educational […]
Spooktacular Excitement in Albion this Fall
Albion’s Octobers are filled with crisp air, walks on the trails, and changing leaves. You can cheer on the home teams at Albion College and Marshall High School football games, shop for your favorite fall reads at Stirling Books & Brew, enjoy warm soups from Foundry Bakehouse & Deli, and come together as a community […]