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This Week In History

Sourced from the Digital Archive at the Munising Public Library~ consider checking out this wonderful resource for your own research and/or entertainment! 135 years ago - The Alger County Republican - July 20, 1889. Advice to Young Men Young men, you are the architects of your own fortunes.
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Nearly 900,000 Michigan children to receivefood assistance benefits this summer MDHHSoffers first-time Summer EBT program

To help ensure children are able to access healthy food this summer while school is out, eligible families will soon receive $120 per child through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services’ (MDHHS) new Michigan Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program.
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Happy’s Place: David Delisle Revives Munising Bowling Alley with Community’s Help

Jennifer Champagne David Delisle, the owner of Happy’s Place in Munising, grew up in the bustling kitchen of Napoli’s Pizza, a local favorite restaurant owned by his mother, Yvonne Delisle. Napoli’s was renowned for its mouth-watering pizza and especially its secret sauce, a recipe so treasured that it attracted pizza lovers from all over, as well as its gravy fries, both of which he features on Happy’s menu.
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The True Reward of Prayer: Beyond Persistence and Performance

Last time, we began a series on the most recognized prayer in the world: “Our Father who art in heaven...”-the Lord’s prayer. Jesus gave it to his disciples in response to their question, “Lord, teach us to pray.” But they were not first graders asking their teacher to teach them to read. They filled their lives with prayer, much more than most of us. They wouldn’t need a lesson on prayer any more than a short-order cook needed a lesson on scrambled eggs.
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This Week In History

Sourced from the Digital Archive at the Munising Public Library~ consider checking out this wonderful resource for your own research and/or entertainment! 136 years ago - The Alger County Republican - July 7, 1888 What a Contrast! Mr. Editor: I have noticed that a large number of the people of Indiana are very much pleased that Gen.
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Bending trees of future/past

The Upper Peninsula has a rich history with and connection to trees, from its earliest days when forests were a vital resource, to the 19th century when logging began driving economic growth, to today’s sustainable forestry practices and recreation, with a goal of preservation for the future. From timber harvesting to maple syrup production and the pulp and paper industry, trees remain integral to the Upper Peninsula’s economy, culture, and environmental stewardship efforts.
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Camp 911 drumming up interest in first responder career paths

Antonio Verrelli For nine Munising-area teens, school ended with the obvious bump to the next grade, followed by a three-day long camp experiencing the exciting lives of first responders. Earlier this June, Mathers Elementary hosted Camp 911, a state recognized youth camp with the aim to stoke interest in law enforcement, criminal justice, and first responder career paths.
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Michigan’s Isle Royale National Park Named Best in the U.S. by Wall Street Journal

Isle Royale National Park in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has been ranked the best national park in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal, surpassing parks like Denali, Yellowstone, and Big Bend. This secluded park, accessible only by ferry or seaplane, boasts over 165 miles of hiking trails and minimal crowd sizes, contributing to its top ranking. Isle Royale is noted for its wilderness, featuring moose, wolves, and over 400 small islands.
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