2024 4th of July Highlights: Celebrating Community Spirit
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Dave Shyiak returns to NMU hockey program as head coach
A Northern Michigan University national champion is returning home. Dave Shyiak, a captain on the 1991 NMU national champion hockey team, was recently named the program’s head coach; their fourth head coach in program history.
Fireworks, Fun, and Festivities:
This past Thursday, July 4, the community of Munising came together to celebrate their annual Fourth of July activities with a full day of events, fun, and patriotic spirit. The festivities kicked off early in the morning with the Fun Run at 8:30 AM in Bayshore Park.
Part 5: Community Perspectives and Future Outlook
Tourism and the service industry have emerged as significant economic drivers in Munising, leading to substantial growth, especially in the downtown area, according to Katherine Reynolds, the CEO of Greater Munising Bay Partnership/ Alger Co. Chamber of Commerce & Executive Director of Munising Downtown Development Authority (DDA). “Tourism has been what has led to most of the growth, if not the majority of the growth, in the downtown as far as businesses opening,” said Reynolds. “This growth has created numerous job opportunities, benefiting both young residents and newcomers who have relocated to the area.” She emphasized the community’s fortune in having natural resources that support tourism and economic activities. However, she acknowledged the challenge of balancing the needs of local residents with the demands of the tourism economy. “There’s always a balance that you want to have between living here and the tourism economy,” states Reynolds. She expressed the desire for businesses to remain open year-round, recognizing the difficulties posed by factors such as online shopping and big-box stores impacting traffic.
Grand Marais 4th of July Celebration
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Chester “Chet” Brown, Jr
Chester “Chet” Brown, Jr., age 63, of Munising, died Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Medilodge of Munising. Private family services are being planned for a later date.
Rodger Clarence Swanson
Rodger Clarence Swanson, most recently of Munising, died on Friday, May 24, 2024, following a fall. Services will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 in Munising. Visiting time with family and friends will be from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Bowerman Funeral Home. Rodger’s memorial Mass will be held at Sacred Heart Church in Munising at 2:00 p.m. bowermanfuneralhome.net
Camp 911 drumming up interest in first responder career paths
Antonio Verrelli For nine Munising-area teens, school ended with the obvious bump to the next grade, followed by a three-day long camp experiencing the exciting lives of first responders. Earlier this June, Mathers Elementary hosted Camp 911, a state recognized youth camp with the aim to stoke interest in law enforcement, criminal justice, and first responder career paths.
Hiawatha National Forest to Host July Open Houses Across Ranger District Offices
The Hiawatha National Forest will host Open Houses at each Ranger District Office throughout July. Forest Supervisor Shannon Rische invites the public, businesses, organizations, and partners to attend these events. Guests will meet new staff, learn about forest happenings, and engage with employees.
Michigan’s Isle Royale National Park Named Best in the U.S. by Wall Street Journal
Isle Royale National Park in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has been ranked the best national park in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal, surpassing parks like Denali, Yellowstone, and Big Bend. This secluded park, accessible only by ferry or seaplane, boasts over 165 miles of hiking trails and minimal crowd sizes, contributing to its top ranking. Isle Royale is noted for its wilderness, featuring moose, wolves, and over 400 small islands.