December 2024

Library hours are adjusted around holidays

December 20, 2024

Library hours will be adjusted in the coming weeks because of the holidays. This is the schedule for the affected days: Dec. 23, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Dec. 24 and 25, closed; Dec. 26 and 27, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Dec. 28, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Dec. 29, closed; Dec. 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, closed.

December 20, 2024

Q: I’m a 68-year-old rather healthy woman, aside from longstanding asthma for which I take several medications. My doctor’s office called me to schedule a visit to receive vaccines against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza and COVID-19 (a booster, since I’ve already had five COVID shots in the last three years). The nurse explained that, because I had a case of “walking pneumonia” last winter, the doctor feels it is important to get these vaccines.

December 20, 2024

In the health and wellness world these days, it can be quite easy to get overwhelmed with wondering what’s best for you and what isn’t. There are countless diets all claiming to be the best thing since sliced bread. There are just as many workout programs that all promise to get you the results you dream about. And there are even medications that “guarantee” the body of your dreams. With all of these options out there, how would you ever possibly know what is actually going to help you?

December 20, 2024

The return of winter is a good time to review state laws concerning snow removal. Michigan’s Vehicle Code section 257.677a notes that residents are prohibited from shoveling snow from their sidewalks, cars or other forms of property into the road.

Frederick G. Krajewski, Sr.

December 20, 2024

Frederick G. Krajewski, Sr., age 93, of Munising, died Friday morning, Dec. 13, 2024, at Harbour View Assisted Living. He was born the youngest of seven children on July 20, 1931, in Munising to Frank and Mary (Drazinski) Krajewski. Fred graduated from Sacred Heart School and then William G. Mather High School in 1949. During his Munising Mustang days, Fred was a standout football and track athlete.

Douglas Lenhart Miron

December 20, 2024

Douglas Lenhart Miron, a pillar of the Munising community, died early Tuesday morning, Dec. 10, 2024, at the Harbour View Assisted Living in Munising at the age of 91. He was born on May 27, 1933, in Munising to Lenhart and Florence (Korpela) Miron. Doug grew up in Munising and excelled in Mustang sports where he lettered four years in football, basketball, and track. One of his most proud Mustang moments was when he was selected to play in the All-Star football game his senior year.

Leaders voice concerns

December 13, 2024

Editor’s note: Trail No. 422, which snowmobilers have used for decades to reach Miners Castle in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, closed on Dec. 1 after the expiration of an agreement between the Alger County Road Commission and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This article, the second in a two-part series, looks at the economic implications of the closure.

NMU professor, grad publish study on bears

December 13, 2024

Bear baiting — a harvest practice authorized in 12 states, two territories and eight provinces in North America — poses several potential risks, and associated mitigation measures have been inadequate, according to a study published in the PLOS One peer-reviewed scientific journal.

Bobcats feature experienced roster

December 13, 2024

Now entering his 12th season with the Munising Baptist basketball team, Paul Johns has had all sorts of squads in his tenure. With their games beginning this week, Johns definitely likes what he sees this year.

A haven of hope

December 13, 2024

The Get Away Drop In Center offers more than just a physical space — it provides a sanctuary of understanding, connection and peer support for individuals navigating mental health challenges. Located at 226 W.