Lake trout restoration
Lake Superior has gone through a remarkable transformation in recent decades: the restoration of its native lake trout population.
Read MoreLake trout restoration
March 2025
‘Bailey has put in the work’
In a season of highlights for the Munising girls basketball team, one individual achievement in particular stood out.
Read More‘Bailey has put in the work’
Bohnak holds ‘office hour,’ visits Munising schools
State Rep. Karl Bohnak’s official appearances in Alger County last Friday sparked meaningful community engagement, logistical reshuffling and pointed public questioning as residents turned out in unexpected numbers to make their voices heard.
Read MoreBohnak holds ‘office hour,’ visits Munising schoolsConsultant gives update on manager search plans
The Munising City Commission convened for its regularly scheduled meeting on March 17, addressing key civic matters including a Fourth of July event license, the search for a new city manager, a boat launch improvement project and the purchase of emergency service equipment.
Read MoreConsultant gives update on manager search plans
EVENTS CALENDAR
From fish fries and live music to fitness classes and family- friendly fun, there’s something for everyone in Alger County this spring. Stay active with yoga, Tai Chi for Arthritis and a wide range of Deep Blue Fitness classes. Try your luck at Moose bingo, or test your skills at the weekly Euchre League and Casual Cribbage Night.
Read MoreEVENTS CALENDAR
Munising and SC teams prepare for spring seasons
With winter sports officially in the books, the spring sports season is rapidly approaching. In fact, practice for the upcoming spring seasons officially began March 10. Detailed team previews are in the works, but here’s an early look at area athletics as student-athletes and coaches look to navigate the uncertain early spring weather.
Read MoreMunising and SC teams prepare for spring seasonsMBS ‘preparing youth for time and eternity’
Munising Baptist School, established in 1982, is a ministry of Munising Baptist Church dedicated to providing a comprehensive K-12 education rooted in Christian values. Located in Wetmore, MBS offers a nurturing environment where students thrive academically, spiritually and socially.
Read MoreMBS ‘preparing youth for time and eternity’Courageous women of Alger County, Part 2
In honor of National Women’s Month, here is the second set of the 12 women chosen by the Munising Business and Professional Women’s Club to honor in their 1976 bicentennial publication as introduced in the March 14 edition of The Beacon.
Read MoreCourageous women of Alger County, Part 2Lifestyle changes can have big impact on cholesterol
High cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease. Cholesterol is a fat in the body that can increase one’s risk for heart attack, stroke and artery disease. A simple lab test call tell you what your cholesterol is. What do those numbers mean?
Read MoreLifestyle changes can have big impact on cholesterol