May 2024

Munising’s School Sinking Fund: Your Vote Matters

May 3, 2024

Erin Muller Since its founding in the late nineteenth century Munising has been a community which values its children and its ancestors. One place those come together is in the population’s love of Mather Elementary School.

Collecting eggs to maintain world-class fisheries

May 3, 2024

It’s simple math really: Zero eggs equals zero fish for future stocking programs. So, the spring walleye and steelhead egg collections by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are critical components of the strategy for maintaining world-class fishing opportunities in the Great Lakes State.

Munising softball hits well in losses to Rapid River

May 3, 2024

Ben Murphy They were losses, but the Munising softball team had one of their best offensive showings of the young season on Friday. The Lady Mustangs were playing at Rapid River, where they lost on scores of 15-11 and 17-7.

Discover Michigan: A Summer Road Trip Adventure

May 3, 2024

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time to plan your summer getaway. Luckily, when you live in Michigan, you really don’t have to go far to find some fantastic vacation destinations.

Munising Baptist School’s History Fair

May 3, 2024

Earth Fest 2024 a Success

May 3, 2024

Munising’s Earth Fest 2024 was held throughout the month of April with many community members attending. In its second year, Earth Fest’s partnership between Alger County Renewable Energy Solutions and Munising School Public Library expanded to include the Gallery Coffee Co. with sponsorship from the Michigan Environmental Council.

Revitalization in Action: Alger County’s Land Bank Authority Initiative

May 3, 2024

Jennifer Champagne In Alger County, an effort to wipe out blight has been underway, led by the Alger County Land Bank Authority (ACLBA). With nearly $700,000 in first grant monies allocated for blight cleanup and building stabilization projects, the ACLBA, under the guidance of Pam Johnson, Alger County Treasurer, is making significant strides in transforming blighted properties into community assets.

May 3, 2024

The Michigan State Police is coordinating Camp 911, offering handson learning opportunities to Alger County youth through local law enforcement and first responders. The camp will take place on June 10, 11, and 12 at Mather Elementary School in Munising. Registration costs $20, and sponsorship opportunities are available to provide scholarships. To register, visit the Alger Parks and Recreation office!

May 3, 2024

Angela Marie (Casper) LeVeque, age 65, of Wetmore, passed peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. Interment will be at the Munising Township Cemetery in Wetmore on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.

John K Shaffstall

May 3, 2024

John K. Shaffstall, passed away on December 6, 2023. Loving father of John (Kelsey) Shaffstall, William Shaffstall II, and Hannah (Peter) Domanski. Proud grandfather of Suzette and Alice Mary Shaffstall. Dear brother to the late Marilyn Shaffstall, William (Ronalda) Shaffstall, Diane (the late Gary) Virta, Allie Mary (Bob) Gariepy, Amy (John) Hillier. Cherished son of the late William and Suzette Shaffstall, nephew of the late Alice Mary Scholtes, and son-in-law of the late Henry Ricken. Dear friend and former husband of Ann M. Shaffstall.