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 3, 2026 | Culture & Arts, Features, News
By Samantha Meyer Beacon Correspondent Four sisters, a shared love of music and years of performing together have helped Black Ice Diamonds grow from a family band into a sought-after act across the Upper Peninsula. Next week, the four sisters will bring their blend...
Jul 30, 2026 | Features, News
Photo courtesy of Nick Livermore ‘The light of the room’ By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor Before she became the subject of a missing person investigation, Starla Goings was something far more important to the people who knew and loved her. She was a mother to...
Jul 18, 2026 | Features, News
By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor Webster Marble, a pioneering inventor and outdoorsman, left an indelible mark on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula through his innovations and dedication to quality craftsmanship. Born in 1854 in Milwaukee, Marble later moved with his...
Jun 30, 2026 | Features, News
Editor’s note: Each month, The Munising Beacon and the Roam Community Foundation recognize a local individual whose actions help build a stronger, more connected community through the Roam for Good Award. This story originally appeared in December 2025, when...
Jun 27, 2026 | Events, Features
By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor When Black Pearl takes the stage Tuesday evening at Bayshore Park, audiences can expect something increasingly rare: a band that refuses to be boxed into a single genre. The longtime Upper Peninsula group will perform as part of...
