Five decades on foot
The hum of anticipation will drift through Munising’s Bayshore Park this Sunday as runners tighten their laces, volunteers raise the archway and Lake Superior shimmers behind them.
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DayDreamers return to Bayshore
The 31st season of Munising’s Summer Concerts in the Park rolls into its third week with the DayDreamers taking the stage next Tuesday, July 1, at Bayshore Park from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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How to make the most of the season
Does anyone else feel like summer comes and goes way too fast? I’ve always said that once the Fourth of July hits, it feels like the rest of summer speeds by. So don’t let it slip away — grab your bike, paddleboard, kayak or whatever summer gear you love, and soak up that vitamin D. (Just don’t forget the sunscreen!)
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From Ireland to the island: Murray Bay history
The earth has tilted in favor of summer sun and heat for the Upper Peninsula, and a great many folks are headed to Murray Bay in Lake Superior.
Read MoreFrom Ireland to the island: Murray Bay historyPat Cornish introduces new Beacon column
In a world that often feels heavy, it’s easy to forget how much good still surrounds us — especially in a place like our community. This column, Random Acts of Kindness, will be a regular reminder of the small but powerful ways people in our community step up for one another.
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Munising’s Fourth of July celebration is right around the corner, but the energy’s already here. From polka dances to paddle races, drivein movies to downhill biking, the week is packed. Music is in the air all over town — at ByGeorge, East Channel, The Barge Inn, Midway General Store and even the Moose Lodge.
Read MoreEVENTS CALENDARCarlene E. Harwick
Carlene E. Harwick, age 85, of Munising died after a brief illness at Henry Ford St. John Hospital in Detroit on March 31, 2025. Interment will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 1 p.m. An Eastern Star Service will take place along with committal prayers by Rev. Sandra Kolder. Carlene’s obituary and online guestbook may be viewed and signed at bowermanfuneralhome. net.
Read MoreCarlene E. HarwickArthur Parkkila
Arthur Parkkila, age 94, of Chatham died at Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital in Manistique on March 15, 2025, following a year-long illness. Graveside services and military honors will be held at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Chatham on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 11 a.m. Art’s obituary and tribute wall may be found at bowermanfuneralhome.net.
Read MoreArthur ParkkilaTerrence ‘Terry’ J. Boucher
Terrence “Terry” J. Boucher died March 25, 2025, at UPHS–Marquette at the age of 69. Military honors and graveside prayers will be at the Maple Grove Cemetery on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 2 p.m. A gathering will take place at the Moose Lodge following the cemetery services. His obituary and tribute wall may be found at bowermanfuneralhome. net.
Read MoreTerrence ‘Terry’ J. BoucherDouglas Lenhart Miron
Douglas Lenhart Miron of Munising died Dec. 10, 2024, at the Harbour View Assisted Living in Munising at the age of 91. Interment will take place at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Munising on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 3 p.m. Military honors and committal prayers will take place at that time. His obituary and tribute wall may be found at bowermanfuneralhome. net.
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