May 2025
The power of powder
Houghton woman competes for world snowmobile championship
Read MoreThe power of powderBoard reviews applications for Road Commission
Alger County commissioners met Tuesday for their monthly Administrative Committee session, covering key agenda items including the appointment process for a Road Commission vacancy and a renewed partnership with Community Action Alger- Marquette aimed at expanding local service access.
Read MoreBoard reviews applications for Road CommissionCommission examines ambiguous peace statute
The Munising City Commission tackled a range of items at its April 21 meeting — from public appreciation and summer event planning to capital improvement bids.
Read MoreCommission examines ambiguous peace statuteJames ‘Jim’ Joseph Monette
James “Jim” Joseph Monette, age 74, of Munising died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay following a brief illness, surrounded by family. Friends are invited to join Jim’s family for a celebration of his life on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the American Legion in Munising from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Jim’s obituary and online guestbook may be viewed and signed at bowermanfuneralhome.net.
Read MoreJames ‘Jim’ Joseph Monette
Melissa Ann Rzanca
Melissa Ann Rzanca, 45, passed away April 28, 2025, in Phillips, Wisconsin, peacefully in her sleep. Missy was born Dec. 31, 1979, in Munising, Michigan, to Ken and JoJo Rzanca.
Read MoreMelissa Ann Rzanca
Elizabeth Anna Rajala
Elizabeth Anna Rajala, age 97, of Munising died on Monday morning, April 28, 2025, at the Harbour View Assisted Living in Munising. Elizabeth was born at the Silver Cross Hospital in Joliet, Illinois, on Oct. 11, 1927, to William and Elma (Potter) Bakewell.
Read MoreElizabeth Anna Rajala
Mustangs compete in girls-only event
It wasn’t the best conditions, but the Munising High School golf team was finally able to open its season on May 1.
Read MoreMustangs compete in girls-only eventMunising tennis hits the court for the first time
The Munising boys tennis team was able to open its season at long last.
Read MoreMunising tennis hits the court for the first time