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MUNISING TROUT & SALMON CLASSIC: Fishing for a cause
The Munising Trout & Salmon Classic returns on May 16 and 17. The event raises funds for the Munising Fire Department. Photo courtesy of Munising Trout & Salmon Classic By Nicole Gearhart...
Breaking News: Voters approve Munising sinking fund in Tuesday election, Burt Township millage renewal
Voters in Alger County approved two school-related ballot proposals in Tuesday’s election, according to unofficial results. In Burt Township, the Burt Township School District No. 2 operating...
Adventures with Billy: Goldens lead with instinct, comfort
Courtesy of Keena Jones Madison Jones visited Mather Elementary recently to bring some comfort to students and staff. In high-stress environments ranging from fire departments to schools in crisis,...
Breaking News: Two arrested in Alger County child predator sting; multi-agency operation targets online exploitation
By Staff Two men from Michigan and Pennsylvania have been arrested following a multi-agency undercover operation targeting online child predators in Alger County. According to law enforcement...
Breaking News: Community mourns after fatal Munising house fire
By Staff A 3-year-old child has died following a structure fire Thursday evening in the city of Munising, according to Alger County Public Information Officer Robert Steinhoff. In a media release...
Breaking News: Fatal fire reported in Munising; multiple departments respond
APRIL 23, 2026, MUNISING-At 5:44PM, Alger County Dispatch received a 911 call for a structure fire in the City of Munising on the 600 block of West Superior Street. Munising City Fire Department,...
Election 2026: Event kicks off Steinhoff’s judicial campaign
Kayla Maki By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor Alger County Prosecutor Robert T. Steinhoff formally launched his campaign for 11th Circuit Court judge Friday evening before a full house at Gallery...
Conservation District Tree Sale: Alger Conservation District tree sales
Eryn Grupido — District Manager | Photo courtsey of Alger Conservation District By Samantha Meyer Beacon Correspondent The Alger Conservation District is preparing for its annual tree sale, a...