Irish history and humor for St. Patrick’s Day
Every year we celebrate the Irish holiday of St. Patrick’s Day.
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Trenary Outhouse Classic
In the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the small town of Trenary hosted the 31st Outhouse Classic on February 24th, 2024, captivating locals and drawing visitors from far and wide. This quirky event has become a cherished tradition, featuring homemade outhouses careening down Trenary’s Main Street, all in the name of community support and laughter.
Read MoreTrenary Outhouse ClassicMichigan experiences first case of measles since 2019
MDHHS LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has confirmed a case of measles in an Oakland County child associated with international travel.
Read MoreMichigan experiences first case of measles since 2019Alger County Sheriff’s Office
On January 19th, 2024 the Alger County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the Michigan State Police, raided a house on West Onota Street, Chatham, MI, pursuant to search warrant. The search yielded significant evidence of drug activity, including methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
Read MoreAlger County Sheriff’s OfficeMultiple Agencies Respond to Fatal Snowmobile Incident in Schoolcraft County
At approximately 6:35pm on 2/21/24, Negaunee Regional Dispatch received a 911 call from a person who observed a snowmobile go through the ice approximately 1 mile off the south shore of Indian Lake. The snowmobile was carrying two teenage males when it went through the ice.
Read MoreMultiple Agencies Respond to Fatal Snowmobile Incident in Schoolcraft CountyJoin the Munising Beacon: Be a Community Meeting Reporter!
Do you have a few hours each week? Want to make some extra money, while helping The Munising Beacon cover important local community meetings? Here’s what the job entails: Attend a community meeting, summarize the meeting in 300-600 words, and send it to our news editor. It’s that simple! Must be able to meet deadlines, and collaborate closely with the editorial team.
Read MoreJoin the Munising Beacon: Be a Community Meeting Reporter!Guardians of the Community: Alger and Finn’s Day
Alger and Finn, the dynamic duo of K-9 dogs, kickstart their day with a noble mission: safeguarding and serving their community. Lately, they’ve been on the front lines, aiding the FBI and various undercover agencies in their crucial tasks. As they embark on their duties, Alger and Finn extend their heartfelt gratitude to the community for its unwavering support. They reserve a special shout-out for Sheriff Todd Brock and Undersheriff Steve Blank, whose steadfast backing fuels their dedication.
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New scholarship opportunities for EUP students at Great Lakes Boat Building School
Students in the Eastern Upper Peninsula who are interested in working in the marine industry now have access to a new sponsorship opportunity to attend Great Lakes Boat Building School (GLBSS) in Cedarville, Michigan.
Read MoreNew scholarship opportunities for EUP students at Great Lakes Boat Building SchoolProtecting the future of farming
Across the United States, the farming community is aging. According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, the average age of a farmer was 58.1 in 2022, a 0.6 year increase from 2017. As this average rises, we see that the older generations are fanning more than the younger ones; a fact that raises some alarms in terms of accessing food and goods.
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Munising Bay on Track for Record Late Freeze-Up
There have probably been a lot of us this winter watching the progress of the Munising Bay freeze-up—or lack thereof. Shore ice started to form on Tuesday, January 16th when the temperature dropped below zero for several days. By Friday, January 19th, about half the bay was iced over (mostly on the east side) and it seemed like it would be just another week or so before snowmobiles would be crisscrossing the bay.
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