From community meals to winter recreation, there’s plenty happening across Alger County. Fitness enthusiasts can join Deep Blue Fitness classes, while families have playgroups and story time to enjoy. Fish fry season is in full swing at the Moose Lodge and American Legion, and live music fills the air at local venues. Those looking to get involved can attend city, township and club meetings, while outdoor lovers can hit the trails for Valley Spur’s Taste & Glide or join the 21st Annual Snowmobile Vets Ride. Whether you’re staying active, enjoying a good meal or engaging with the community, there’s something for everyone this week.
The UP200 Sled Dog Championship may be concluded for 2025, but one small town along the race route leaves a lasting impression.
At its Feb. 17 meeting, the Munising City Commission addressed several key topics, including an amendment to City Manager Devin Olson’s employment contract and an emergency purchase for the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Carolyn Mary Kolbus, age 82, of Munising died Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was under the care of Northwoods Hospice at MediLodge of Munising following a brief and unexpected illness.
Pickford hopes to make a deep run in the Division 4 postseason. Munising hopes to do the same in Division 3.
The following sporting events are scheduled over the next week. MMHS is Munising Middle/High School; SC is Superior Central High School.
BACK THEN
February 1925 Wright’s Weekly
Q: I have a 12-year-old daughter. At the end of a routine office visit to her pediatrician last week, the doctor talked to me about giving her a vaccine that has supposedly been shown recently to completely prevent cervical cancer, but I told the doctor that I would have to think about it.
Anyone who has been on their fitness journey for any amount of time can tell you that motivation is not something that will always be there. There will be days, or even weeks, when you don’t feel like doing anything at all, when you question everything and want to throw in the towel.
