It’s spring in Michigan and that means Michiganders are thinking about what they want to plant in their garden this year. As gardening season gets underway, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is asking people to learn about the risks posed by invasive plant pests, diseases, and harmful weeds and what they can do to help prevent the introduction and spread of invasive species.
This year’s Fundraiser was the most successful to date, despite there being no ice on the Bay and no fishing to be done. Through the generous donations from local and UP businesses for raffle items as well as the amazing support of the community more than $17,00.00 dollars were raised to be used for new and existing equipment upgrades to enhance Rescue 21’s lifesaving mission. All rescue 21 members are unpaid volunteers from various walks of life here in Alger county.
The Superior Central softball team had a great opening week to the season. The Lady Cougars won all six of their games by mercy, including Friday sweep at Gwinn; 25-2 and 25-7. In game one, the Cougars were able to plate 13 runs in the top of the first inning and never looked back, highlighted by Kiera McDonald hitting an inside the park home run.
Week 15 – 04/16/24 Jennifer Lincoln 2,073 Deane Pokela 2,041 Ken Rzanca 2,038 Bill Spencer 2,026 Liz Thompson 2,024 Sharon Seaberg 2,023 Neil Carlson 2,018 Sarah Pierson 1,999 John Carlson 1,990 Roger Carlson 1,985 Linda Trzeciak 1,971 Tim Colburn 1,970 Rob Gartner 1,965 Tim Hall 1,965 Jim Seaberg 1,957 Tom Kusmirek 1,925 Kelly Hall 1,925 Anita Nelson 1,917 Larry Gould 1,909 Barry Macurio 1,903 Gary Robbins 1,901 Chuck Nebel 1,897 Greg Murk 1,895 Mark Wilson 1,851 Mary Nebel 1,818 Steve Nebel 1,788 Billie Lindquist 1,763 Sue Tongusi 1,681 .
Final Scores Team # 1 S. Jastrzemski/ L.
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There were no team scores or even individual medals, but for Superior Central track head coach Todd Spranger, the relay heavy meet at Marquette on Tuesday, April 16 was a perfect way for his team to open the season.
The Munising softball team was able to open their new season on Friday at Felch North Dickinson. The Lady Mustangs lost the games on scores of 17-2 and 15-5, but head coach Casey Ford still found plenty to be pleased with.
Harvey Margaret “Maggie” Goss Meiss passed away on February 14, 2024 at Marquette County Medical Care facility in Ishpeming. Her graveside service will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising at 12:00 noon.
William Duckwall, affectionately known as “Uncle Ducky,” has left an indelible mark on the local tourism industry through his parent umbrella company, Uncle Ducky Outdoors. Under this banner, he oversees eight distinctive enterprises in Christmas, Michigan; Grand Island Cruises, Paddling Michigan, The Duck Pond Eatery & Beer Garden, Paddler’s Village Campground, Au Train Beach Campground, Picture Rocks Transportation, Paddler’s Inn, and his newest venture Pictured Rocks Yurts. Duckwall’s dedication to the community, his zeal for adventure, and his business prowess have reshaped the region’s recreational landscape.
