Community
House passes bill named after U.P. veteran
A bill introduced by local U.S. Representative Jack Bergman (R-Watersmeet) and named after an Upper Peninsula veteran was overwhelmingly approved by the U.S.
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Munising Baptist awards students
Munising Baptist School had its year-end awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 23. It was an opportunity to recognize the students for their work throughout the year. The ceremony combined classroom, cocurricular and extracurricular achievements.
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Munising Memorial Hospital purchases new equipment for physical therapy patients
Munising Memorial Hospital’s Physical Therapy Department has received a brand new NuStep Recumbent Cross Trainer Bike. Not only is the bike used in a majority of patients’ therapy treatment plans, but the life span of this quality piece of equipment makes it very cost effective too.
Read MoreFarmers’ and Artisans’ Market successfully opens
The Munising Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market opened up on Monday, May 22, with a number of locals and tourists sampling the fare. “We’re excited to offer locals things that are grown and produced locally, and providing an opportunity for locals to present their offerings as well,” Market Director Hilary Ludecke said.
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Winterkill impact seen in April
In Michigan, as the ice and snow on lakes thaw this spring, it is not uncommon for people to come across dead fish and other aquatic animals. While it may be alarming, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources explains that this is a normal occurrence as harsh winter conditions can cause fish, turtles, frogs, toads, and crayfish to die.
Read MoreMSP warns of flooding risks
Recent rapid snowmelt has caused flooding and damage across central and western portions of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Water is affecting roads, bridges, utilities, and other infrastructure. Businesses and homeowners are also reporting damage across the region.
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Prescribed grazing planning
Prescribed Grazing is a management practice utilized by livestock producers in order to control the timing and amount of vegetation harvested in a pasture setting. When carefully implemented, prescribed grazing can increase livestock production, improve wildlife habitat, reduce erosion and conserve water. The goal of prescribed grazing is to balance the available forage on a given pasture with the number of animals using that pasture to maximize the nutritional needs of the livestock while maintaining healthy forage.
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