Aug 7, 2026 | Features, News
The legacy of Putvin Drug Store began in 1941, when Francis “Fran” Putvin purchased the City Drug Store and put his name on the door. His pharmacy is still a pillar of the Munising community, now owned and operated by two of his grandchildren. By Joshua Grove Beacon...
Aug 7, 2026 | Schools, Sports
By Ben Murphy Beacon Correspondent Superior Central has turned to one of its own to lead the next chapter of its girls basketball program, naming 2003 alumna Lindsey Slifka as the Cougars’ new varsity head coach. “I am excited to represent Superior Central again in a...
Aug 6, 2026 | Culture & Arts, News
Paul K. Petersen By Briana Rupel Beacon Correspondent What makes any event in Grand Marais so special is rarely the occasion itself — it’s because at the heart of everything is a strong sense of community. The annual Grand Marais Music & Arts Festival is no...
Aug 5, 2026 | Elections, News
By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor With six of Alger County’s nine precincts reporting as of 10:31 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, all four countywide millage proposals were receiving majority support, while contested federal and state primary races began to take shape. The...
Aug 4, 2026 | Community, Elections, News
Local, state, federal offices are at stake By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor Alger County voters will head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 4, to nominate candidates for federal, state and local offices and decide several countywide, township and school millage...
