Mar 11, 2026 | Community, News
By Joshua Grove Beacon Correspondent Snowfall totals now exceed seasonal averages across much of the Upper Peninsula, with some areas surpassing typical full-winter totals before the end of February. Alger County is steadily outpacing last year’s total, according to...
Mar 11, 2026 | Column, Community
Photo courtesy of Rock River Township Fire Department By Chief Jim Seppanen Rock River Township Fire Department The Rock River Township Fire Department is a volunteer department serving the residents of Rock River Township and surrounding areas through mutual aid...
Mar 6, 2026 | Schools, Sports
Photo courtesy of Kris Uehlein By Ben Murphy Beacon Correspondent SUPERIOR CENTRAL ROUNDUP Superior Central had home-court advantage in its Division 4 boys basketball district semifinal against Munising last Wednesday. The Cougars weren’t able to capitalize, however,...
Mar 4, 2026 | Column, Community
By Vicar Elaine Robbins Eden Lutheran Church Ephesians 1:4 reads, “Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes.” Sometimes it is hard to feel lovable. We can feel that we are not enough: not good enough,...
Mar 3, 2026 | Community, Schools
By Lisa Cromell and Kaylee Veneberg March marks National Reading Month, a nationwide celebration inspired by Dr. Seuss’ birthday on March 2. The month highlights the joy of reading and the lifelong benefits it brings, from stronger comprehension and critical‑thinking...
