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Veteran journalist Michael Murray has joined The Munising Beacon as editor. His first issue with the paper was Oct.

A terrific explosion occurs in a gunpowder factory, and once all the mess has been cleared up, an inquiry begins. One of the few survivors is pulled up to make a statement. “OK, Simpson,” the investigator says. “You were near the scene. What happened?”

Editor’s note: This is the second story in a four-part series that delves into the impact of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on the local economy. In 2023, more than 910,000 people visited the park, which had a $45 million impact on the surrounding area. Tourism has funded upgrades to local infrastructure and recreation facilities.

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Like much of the Upper Peninsula, Alger County is a place of incredible natural beauty, home to attractions such as Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Laughing Whitefish Falls. With a population of nearly 9,000 people as well as 5,048 square miles of land, the county is served by a diverse group of law enforcement agencies that work hard to coordinate efforts to keep both residents and visitors safe.