A fair time of year
With the Alger County Fair just around the corner, local 4-H youth are getting ready to show off months — and in some cases, years — of hard work, training and preparation.
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Death in the forest yields opportunity
All living things die, which is too often perceived as a negative phenomenon. Yet, forest mortality yields an opportunity for both change and rejuvenation. These dynamics are wonderful to witness and immensely satisfying to initiate and steward.
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Cusino research station has rich history
Cusino is a name familiar to most Alger County residents, if only read in passing on the sign marking the entrance to Cusino Wildlife Research Station on M-28 just west of Shingleton.
Read MoreCusino research station has rich history41 Lumber marks a century of service
Munising this week joined in a celebration a century in the making: 41 Lumber’s 100th anniversary.
Read More41 Lumber marks a century of serviceGrand Marais gets ready to host another Polar Bear 5k
On Sunday, Aug. 3, Grand Marais will once again lace up its running shoes and welcome locals and visitors alike to the annual Polar Bear 5k, a race as much about community as it is about competition.
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Tribal grant supports MPS music program
Munising Public Schools’ music program received a major boost this spring with a grant from the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, enabling the purchase of new band and classroom instruments to replace worn-out equipment and expand student access.
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Habitat project is a community collaboration
Read MoreStudents, families planting the futureBook sale set for July 21-26
The library’s Annual Summer Book Sale will take place next week, July 21 to 26, during regular library hours, and it is going to be a whopper! Find that next great summer read, and maybe a few other reads as well. There will be a little of everything and lots of something at this year’s sale, so bring your tote bag and plan to browse.
Read MoreBook sale set for July 21-26Slow down and embrace the great outdoors
For many cultures, spending time in nature is an innate part of life. Some live outside in huts. Some spend hours outside each day to support their family. And other cultures are known for their strong connection to nature through their outdoor-focused lifestyle.
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