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Sourced from the Digital Archive at the Munising Public Library~ consider checking out this wonderful resource for your own research and/or entertainment! 136 years ago - The Alger County Republican - August 4, 1888. Irishmen Against Free Trade I notice that there are a great many people in this country whose ancestors lived in the Green Isle; and indeed I think there are very many here who have not long absented themselves from that land so lovely to look up, but so cursed by British domination.

One of the many villages dotting Alger County, Chatham is a “blink and you’ll miss it” type stop for truckers and weary travelers ambling along the M-94 highway in search of a quick refuel. On Friday, traffic flowed into Chatham at a much higher rate, as the village fairgrounds hosted its annual Alger County Fair.

Nick Bogater’s back porch, an unlikely shipyard, became a canvas for his dreams amidst the chaos of raising two young daughters with his wife, Johanna, working full-time as a Wastewater Treatment Operator, and managing the everyday responsibilities of homeownership. While replacing the front porch of his home, Nick realized that his back porch could be transformed into the perfect workshop if rebuilt to accommodate his vision—a not-yet-built boat.

In 1914, Philip VanLandshoot started a small family-run fish market that has grown and endured for 110 years. One of only 13 fisheries left on the five Great Lakes, VanLandshoot & Sons offers sustainably sourced, 100% wild caught fresh Lake Superior whitefish. After five generations, under the experience of Philip’s great-great grandsons, Dennis and Paul, they have expanded operations to offer new shipping services.

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The Munising community is coming together to support Jackson Lasak, the young son of Munising Middle/High School Principal Nicole Lasak and her husband, Joe, after his recent diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Two major fundraisers have been organized to assist the Lasak family during this challenging time.

The 2024 Pictured Rocks Golf Course 2-Woman Scramble features 96 golfers forming 48 teams in a 3-par, 2-woman scramble format. This event has been running for at least 15 years, offering participants a day filled with excitement and camaraderie. Before the tournament begins, breakfast is provided, setting the stage for a day of competition. Additionally, a raffle is held, giving attendees the chance to win delightful gift baskets.

City Manager and Munising native Spencer Nebel officially retired on July 8, following over 10 years serving the community in his role, and over 42 years of public service, leaving behind an everlasting legacy of positive impacts for the city’s present and future. As the City Manager, Nebel brought stability, consistency, transparency, and vision to the city organization and departments overseen by the city and the Newport residential and business communities.