Icebreakers schedule tryouts

Apr 6, 2026 | News, Schools, Sports

Courtesy of the Superior Icebreakers Jersey Lassila, with puck, and the Superior Icebreakers have tryouts scheduled for April 12 in Escanaba. By Samantha Meyer Beacon Correspondent Tryouts for the Superior Icebreakers girls hockey program are set for April 12 in...

Maxon returns to lead Mustang softball team

Apr 6, 2026 | News, Schools, Sports

By Ben Murphy Beacon Correspondent It’s safe to say that the Munising softball program is near and dear to Jim Maxon’s heart. He has been around since Day 1 of the program, including a six-year stint as its first head coach. Maxon is officially back with the team, as...

Excellence in Education: Horne noted for curiosity, humor

Apr 4, 2026 | News, Schools

By Melissa Wentarmini Associate Editor A combination of curiosity, humor and academic dedication has earned Superior Central High School senior Clay Horne recognition through the regional Excellence in Education scholarship program. The program, organized by Grow...

Girl Scout cookies available locally, online

Mar 31, 2026 | Community, Schools

By Brad Gischia Beacon Correspondent Orders are open. It’s that time of year when you see little girls with sashes standing outside of grocery stores in front of tables laden with brightly colored boxes. This year, you might only be able to see the tops of their...

Excellence in Education: Irvine: A leader in any direction

Mar 25, 2026 | Community, Schools

Courtesy of the Irvine Family By Briana Rupel Beacon Correspondent Burt Township senior and Excellence in Education scholarship recipient Katie Irvine has always had a strong work ethic — in fact, at the age of 8 she started her own business making chapstick.  “It was...