Election 2026: Event kicks off Steinhoff’s judicial campaign

Apr 15, 2026 | News

Kayla Maki By Jennifer Champagne Managing Editor Alger County Prosecutor Robert T. Steinhoff formally launched his campaign for 11th Circuit Court judge Friday evening before a full house at Gallery Coffee Co. Supporters packed the venue’s main event space as...

Icebreakers schedule tryouts

Apr 6, 2026 | News, Schools, Sports

Courtesy of the Superior Icebreakers Jersey Lassila, with puck, and the Superior Icebreakers have tryouts scheduled for April 12 in Escanaba. By Samantha Meyer Beacon Correspondent Tryouts for the Superior Icebreakers girls hockey program are set for April 12 in...

Maxon returns to lead Mustang softball team

Apr 6, 2026 | News, Schools, Sports

By Ben Murphy Beacon Correspondent It’s safe to say that the Munising softball program is near and dear to Jim Maxon’s heart. He has been around since Day 1 of the program, including a six-year stint as its first head coach. Maxon is officially back with the team, as...

Excellence in Education: Horne noted for curiosity, humor

Apr 4, 2026 | News, Schools

By Melissa Wentarmini Associate Editor A combination of curiosity, humor and academic dedication has earned Superior Central High School senior Clay Horne recognition through the regional Excellence in Education scholarship program. The program, organized by Grow...

Superior Dome hosts annual U.P. Boat, Sport & RV Show

Mar 26, 2026 | Around the UP, News

By Melissa Wentarmini Associate Editor Every March, when winter feels endless and the snowbanks have hardened into gray walls along driveways, the Superior Dome fills with boats. For more than three decades, the U.P. Boat, Sport & RV Show has arrived as a kind of...