James ‘Jim’ Joseph Monette
James “Jim” Joseph Monette, age 74, of Munising died Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay following a brief illness, surrounded by family.
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April 2025
One for the books
When winter delivered unexpected snow days, students at Mather Elementary delivered books — more than 3,000 of them.
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Mustangs earn All-U.P. honors
Bowerman and Corcoran on Second Team; honorable mention for Behning
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Superior Central raising funds for inclusive playground
Superior Central School’s playground may date back to 1990, but a fresh chapter is taking shape — one built on student input, community grit and a vision of inclusive play.
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Goss is named a top graduate
Danny Goss, a senior at Munising High School with a 4.0 GPA and aspirations in civil engineering, has been named one of the 2025 Excellence in Education Scholars — a recognition reserved for the top 5 percent of graduating seniors across Alger and Marquette counties.
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EVENTS CALENDAR
From poetry slams to solar panels, Euchre games to Easter egg hunts, Alger County is buzzing with activity this spring. This week’s calendar includes something for every pace and interest — early morning fitness classes, laid-back knitting groups, civic meetings and family-friendly fun.
Read MoreEVENTS CALENDARMustangs emphasize three big meets
The Munising High School track and field teams have their sights set on another successful season this spring. The boys are aiming for another strong showing in their three biggest meets of the year, and the girls are hoping that a few newcomers can increase their points as well.
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Superior Central High School track and field head coach Todd Spranger has been around the sport for quite some time. So he knows a good group when he sees one.
Read MoreCoach appreciates Cougars’ enthusiasmAre public and private schools on level field?
The debate over how public and private schools measure up in athletics is a hot topic that rarely reaches public platforms. But the much-whispered conversation took center stage at last month’s MHSSA Championship weekend for girls basketball.
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