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Tale Spinners Storytime is Monday

Tale Spinners Storytime meets at 10:30 a.m. this coming Monday for stories, songs and more. This week’s program will be hosted by Head Start and is for preschool-aged children and their caregivers. We are excited to see you and your little one for this fun and educational half hour of stories.
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The Beacon’s Letters Policy

All Letters to the Editor must be 400 words or less. To be considered for publication, the letter must be signed by the author with an address and telephone number included for verification only. Personal attacks, form letters and letters promoting political candidates/ issues above the statewide level will not be accepted. Letters containing language or content that is blatantly offensive, letters based on proven inaccuracies or letters considered libelous will not be published. Letters may be edited or rejected at the discretion of the editor. All letters reflect the opinion of the letter writer and not necessarily the opinion of The Munising Beacon. It is a privilege, not a Constitutional right, to have a letter published in a privately owned publication.
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City of Munising powers up

The City of Munising recently completed the installation of two FLO fast chargers at Munising City Hall, making sustainable travel easier for locals and visitors alike. This initiative, in collaboration with the Superior Watershed Partnership (SWP) and Upper Peninsula Power Co.
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Alger law enforcement is a network of collaboration

Like much of the Upper Peninsula, Alger County is a place of incredible natural beauty, home to attractions such as Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Laughing Whitefish Falls. With a population of nearly 9,000 people as well as 5,048 square miles of land, the county is served by a diverse group of law enforcement agencies that work hard to coordinate efforts to keep both residents and visitors safe.
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New Chief Medical Officer Joins Munising Memorial Hospital

Munising Memorial Hospital (MMH) has announced the appointment of Dr. Mark Cecilio as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Cecilio steps into this leadership role after a decade of dedicated service at MMH, where he has worked as an Emergency Medicine physician since 2014. His new responsibilities will involve overseeing the hospital’s medical staff, directing quality and infection control efforts, and building upon the existing clinical framework in collaboration with local health systems.
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From Community Service to Road Adventures: Vicki Ballas’ Next Chapter

After 16 years as the Michigan State University Extension Alger & Marquette Community Nutrition Instructor, Vicki Ballas is embarking on a new adventure, retirement. After enjoying a final celebratory lunch with her coworkers, Vicki left her office for the last time on Oct. 1. “It was always the people that made my job special,” she shared.
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Fire Chief Harold Anderson retires after 43 years of service to Munising Township

After 43 years of service to the residents and community, Fire Chief Harold Anderson announced his impending retirement at the July 1, 2024 Munising Township Board Meeting. Since October 1981, Chief Anderson has served with the Munising Township Fire Department. A dedicated public servant, he has played a crucial role in numerous community initiatives, notably the planning and construction of the current Munising Township Office Complex and Fire Hall. His commitment to the community extends far beyond his official duties as fire chief.
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