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The filmic town of Munising recently welcomed Tom Daldin and his crew from the Emmy award-winning PBS television series “Under the Radar Michigan.” Known for exploring Michigan’s hidden gems, the show’s latest episode showcases Munising’s stunning natural beauty, vibrant local businesses, and rich history. The episode aired on Thursday, July 11th, and is currently streaming online through their YouTube channel.

The 2024 Pictured Rocks Golf Course 2-Woman Scramble features 96 golfers forming 48 teams in a 3-par, 2-woman scramble format. This event has been running for at least 15 years, offering participants a day filled with excitement and camaraderie. Before the tournament begins, breakfast is provided, setting the stage for a day of competition. Additionally, a raffle is held, giving attendees the chance to win delightful gift baskets.

City Manager and Munising native Spencer Nebel officially retired on July 8, following over 10 years serving the community in his role, and over 42 years of public service, leaving behind an everlasting legacy of positive impacts for the city’s present and future. As the City Manager, Nebel brought stability, consistency, transparency, and vision to the city organization and departments overseen by the city and the Newport residential and business communities.

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Already a hot spot for kayaking, Grand Marais hosted a four day kayak event last week. The Great Lakes Sea Kayak Symposium, hosted by the organization The Power of Water in Lansing, was held in town to much success.

At 102 years old, Pat Nybeck’s life is a tribute to resilience, dedication, and the profound changes over a century. Born on July 20, 1922, at her family farm in Bessemer Township, Gogebic County, Michigan, Nybeck’s early life was marked by a series of relocations due to her mother’s marriages. Raised in various towns across the Upper Peninsula, she experienced significant hardships.

Summer is in full swing now, and there’s a good chance the kids are sitting around whining about how bored they are. Fortunately, when you live near Marquette, there are plenty of ways to fix that problem.