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June 2022 Happenings

Lots of fun things are happening in Albion in June 2022! June events are shown here beginning with National Trails Day in Albion. On the

Cram Family Fund to Revitalize Albion’s Train Depot

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer October 7, 2021 In a weekend filled with positive news, the Albion Community Foundation received a $300,000 gift from the

The former workers at the Albion Malleable Iron Company stand proudly in front of the mural that shows scenes of where they once worked.

Mural dedication spotlights foundry history

By LINDA KOLMODIN Contributing Writer October 14, 2021 It was like a Malleable family reunion at the recent dedication of foundry-inspired mural painted on the

Albion Coca-Cola Mural Dedicated at Festival of the Forks

By LINDA KOLMODIN Contributing Writer September 23, 2021 Albion’s spectacular Coca-Cola sign and historic plaque were dedicated Saturday at the Festival of the Forks 2021,

Walk the Beat Albion – 2021

Walk the Beat Albion 2021 was a successful event that was made possible by a number of sponsors and organizers. The primary organizer was Cliff

Restoration of Albion’s iconic coke sign begins again in expert hands

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer July 29, 2021 “What we do is walk softly and don’t leave any footprints,” Ron Koenig of Building

Performers for Fête de la Musique musically greet the first day of summer in downtown Albion

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer June 24, 2021 Although it was a cool 65 degrees with grayish skies in Albion on Monday, musicians came out

The Hill brothers bring the music home to Albion Independence Day weekend

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ Contributing Writer July 8, 2021 The Cheetahs are an eclectic rock group with members guitarist and singer Drew Hill and drummer Blake

Making connections at Love Local, Love Albion outdoor events – May 2021

By SYLVIA BENAVIDEZ May 27, 2021 With the pandemic challenging people to stay connected, Love Local, Love Albion is a safe way to connect with