Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) This June, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) recognizes National Pet Preparedness Month. While the month is dedicated to the health and safety of animals during times of natural or man-made disasters, it is just as important to consider their everyday wellness.
Maddy Maline Areas across the United States are experiencing some unusually warm days, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is no exception. Despite its reputation for cold weather, it has become hotter on average over the year.
In the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, monarch butterflies bring a burst of color and wonder each summer. These special butterflies are known for their bright orange wings with black spots, making them easy to spot fluttering around fields and gardens.
At the heart of Munising’s tourist appeal lies the majestic Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (PRNL), a 42-mile stretch of sandstone cliffs, pristine beaches, and enchanting forested areas. This natural wonder draws visitors from far and wide, eager to explore its scenic trails and experience the awe-inspiring beauty of Lake Superior. As tourism at PRNL continues to grow, the park is finding innovative ways to manage the influx of visitors while maintaining its commitment to conservation.
The Hiawatha National Forest is pleased to share that the Grand Island Staircase Replacement Project is underway as part of the Great American Outdoors Act. On June 10, contractors began the process of removing two staircases and replacing another near beaches on the island.
Summer is here, which means the kids are out of school and ready to have a good time. Unfortunately, the excitement of summer doesn’t take too long to wear off, and once it does, the complaints of boredom are sure to set in.
For 37 years picking a most valuable player was relatively simple. One player always stood out.
There are memorable shots and then there’s the shot that Munising High School golfer Carter Deatsman had during his junior season. On May 8, while the team was playing in the Big Bay de Noc Invitational at the Garden Golf Course, he had the shot of his life; getting a hole in one the par four fifth hole.
Marlene Ann Robbins, age 87, of Chatham and formerly of Munising, died Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at Munising Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Visitation will be on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Eden Lutheran Church in Munising from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m.
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) executed a federal search warrant in the residential area of Munising. In response to an email inquiry from The Munising Beacon, a spokesperson from the FBI’s Detroit Field Office confirmed, “The FBI executed a federal search warrant near the Varnum Road location last week.” When asked if the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church was also included in the search warrant, the spokesperson added, “There was law enforcement activity near the second location, but I cannot confirm if it was related to the search warrant.
