No. 3 Pickford ends Mustangs’ season
Fresh off a Week 9 loss to Pickford, the Munising High School football team made a return trip to the Panthers’ home field last Friday — this time for the opening round of the 8-player Division 1 playoffs.
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Park boasts broad impact
Editor’s note: This is the final installment in a four-part series that delves into the influence of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on the local economy. In 2023, more than 910,000 people visited the park, which had a $45 million impact on the surrounding area.
Woody walks for wellness
Woody Ellis is on a transformative journey, trekking over 2,000 miles to shine a light on mental health awareness through his #WoodyWalks campaign. The 43-year-old from Lansing, who began his trek on Labor Day with the Mackinac Bridge walk, has covered 244 miles so far with plans to continue across the state and beyond, engaging communi- ties and rallying support for mental health causes.
Icebreakers record a sweep
The Superior Icebreakers 19U girls hockey team defeated Traverse City last Saturday at Alger Centennial Arena by scores of 4-1 and 6-2. .
Brock reelected Alger sheriff; several township races decided
Alger County Sheriff Todd Brock cruised to reelection Tuesday, securing nearly 82% of the ballots cast in his race against David LaMere. According to unofficial totals released by the county at 12:11 a.m.
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Law has protected wildlife for five decades
What if bald eagles or Kirtland’s warblers or lake sturgeon no longer existed? Fifty years ago, this hypothetical question could have become a reality. Populations of these iconic wildlife species — and many others — were dwindling and in danger of disappearing.
U.P. Inspired tries to fill winter niche
Upper Peninsula Inspired is bringing new offerings to the community this winter, combining curated events, tastings and social gatherings with their expanded liquor license capabilities. With a Class C license now in place alongside their Specially Designated Merchant and Specially Designated Distributor licenses, Upper Peninsula Inspired is not only serving a selection of Michigan-made wine, beer and spirits, but also hosting unique experiences designed to keep locals engaged throughout the colder months.
As playoffs arrive, Mustangs face familiar foe
The Munising Mustangs had quite the task in front of them for their Week 9 matchup in 8-player football last Friday. The Mustangs traveled to Pickford to face the No.
DDA offers business grants to brighten the holidays
Application deadline is Nov. 8 The Munising Downtown Development Authority is once again offering its annual holiday decorating facade grants, providing matching funds up to $250 for businesses in the district to enhance their exterior holiday displays.