100 Years Ago: February 1925 Wright’s Weekly In February 1925, an unusual case of illegal duck hunting made headlines in Mathias Township. District Warden John A. Vixena and Deputy Warden Julius Thorsen arrested two trappers for killing ducks out of season. The case revealed that a section of Trout Lake had remained unfrozen, providing wintering grounds for an unexpected number of waterfowl. Meanwhile, Munising’s fire department was called out in the early hours after a blaze erupted in a storehouse behind the Munising Candy Kitchen. The origin remained a mystery, but damage was minimal.

75 Years Ago: February 1950 Munising News By February 1950, Munising’s community spirit was on full display. The local Easter Seals campaign kicked off, aiming to raise $1,000 for children with disabilities, following a record-breaking $624.41 raised the previous year. Meanwhile, the town’s police force found itself in an unusual predicament when the Munising patrol car slid on ice and was clipped by a passing train. No injuries were reported, but the accident left the vehicle with over $400 in damages. In the midst of these events, the local March of Dimes campaign reached $2,500, fueling efforts to combat polio in the region.

25 Years Ago: February 2000 Munising News In February 2000, organizers of the UP200 and Midnight Run sled dog races were making final preparations, with a meeting scheduled in Chatham to coordinate volunteers.

Munising High School crowned its homecoming king and queen, with Kiel Rockhill and Becca Denman earning the honors. They were joined on the court by Ashley Buggy, Tony Cook, Michelle Kueber, Scott Killips, Jen Stangel, Tony Grey, Amy DesJardins, Mike Savola, Ashley Trzeciak and Dylan Bonevelle, making the annual celebration a memorable highlight for students and families alike.