In a bid to enhance the aesthetic appeal of Munising’s downtown, the Munising Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is once again rolling out its eagerly anticipated DDA Beautification Grant program. This initiative, along with its long-standing Building Facade Grant Program, aims to uplift the visual allure of the city while supporting local businesses.
The American Red Cross recognizes March as Red Cross Month, an annual tradition that celebrates the humanitarian spirit of community heroes like Kathleen (Katy) Davis and her certified therapy dog Maggie.
PLEASE TAKE OUR SURVEY! Munising School Public Library is updating the Strategic Plan and will need your input on what you think! It is a quick ten (10) question survey made possible in part by the University of Michigan School of Information, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Technology Act. We also have print copies of the survey available at the Munising Library. The survey runs through April 15. We appreciate your input!
As Women’s History month comes to a close, we want to share some Michigan women who have made an impact on our state and our world. Jane Johnston Schoolcraft was an Ojibwe and Scots-Irish writer born in Sault Ste.
The simple answer: a little of both. Let me explain.
Q: I have several friends who have been advised to use marijuana products for medical problems that I also have been developing. What are the latest recommendations for medical marijuana use? A: The marijuana plant contains over 100 different chemicals, referred to as cannabinoids; the ones that have shown some promise and by far the most studied regarding medical uses are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD).
We all know the saying: “April showers bring May flowers.” Growing up, I could not wait for spring to come: for the weather to warm up, the grass to turn green, the trees to start budding out, and for me and my friends coming together for our weekly baseball game.
Robert James Hughes, Sr., age 90, of Grand Marais, Michigan, passed away at his home, in the loving care of his wife, Nancy, on March 20, 2024. Bob was born in Owosso, Michigan on August 11, 1933, to John Henry and Dora (Preston) Hughes, Jr.
Allen Frances Boutilier, age 78, of Moran, Michigan, died at his home on March 16, 2024. He was born on May 13, 1945, in Saline, Michigan, to Hartley and Katherine (Butler) Boutilier. Allen grew up in Taylor, Michigan. He met Catherine Brandly, and they married on July 18, 1964. They moved to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in 1971 and settled in Munising, Michigan. In 1982, Allen opened his own business, Northern Michigan Log Homes, and then opened Boutilier &Son Building Company in 1985 with his son Timothy. He loved building beautiful log homes, and built several in the Munising Bay Area, as well as 16 Mile Lake. He took great pride in his work and was well known for his beautiful craftsmanship.
Munising’s second Earth Fest partnership between Alger County Renewable Energy Solutions and Munising School Public Library, has expanded to include the Gallery Coffee Co. with sponsorship from the Michigan Environmental Council. This year’s events will include weekly Armchair Trips to explore the Earth’s flora and fauna through film media. Nature movies will be screened, one a week, at the Gallery Coffee Co. located at 120 Elm Ave, Munising. They are scheduled on Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16 and 23 beginning at 10 AM.
