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The Munising Beacon Policies

August 23, 2024

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August 23, 2024

Q: My husband is a bit of a jokester essentially all the time, regardless of who he’s talking to. Several weeks ago, he went alone to a routine appointment with his primary care physician.

August 23, 2024

Fewer things are more certain than the average citizen, family member, or friend needing an ambulance at some point in their lives. For many rural areas of Alger County, where proximity to the nearest hospital is measured in country miles, there aren’t enough local EMTs available in case of emergencies.

Munising Schools Offer Free Esports League Memberships for Middle and High School Teams

August 23, 2024

The Michigan High School Esports League (MHSEL) is extending an exciting opportunity to Munising High School students by offering free Esports league memberships for the first time this year. This marks an expansion of the program, which has already seen two successful years of participation by Munising Middle School students. The initiative aims to engage student athletes in competitive and curricular environments, helping them build critical skill sets, explore career paths, and contribute to their school’s culture through varsity Esports.

The UP’s Farming Revival Reconsidered

August 23, 2024

In 2021, Rural Insights published an article showing an increase in the number of UP farms. This growth was particularly notable as it represented a reversal of a long-term decline dating back to the 1930s.

August 23, 2024

The fifth annual Alger County Veterans Golf Outing was held once again, on Saturday, at Pictured Rocks Golf Course. The event managed to attract 160 players and 40 teams. The goal of was to raise funds for four area veteran non-profit groups; the American Legion, the Marine Corps League, Veteran of Foreign Wars and the Vietnam Veterans of America.

Briefs

August 23, 2024

UP Potato Field Day Reminder Mark your calendars! Our annual UP Potato Field Day is happening next Tuesday, August 27th, from 4-7 PM in Rock, MI. Join us to explore the latest potato varieties, gain insights from industry research, and enjoy a delicious meal.

Healthcare Access Expanded in Au Train with New Outreach Clinic

August 16, 2024

Munising Memorial Hospital (MMH) and Bay Care Medical Center have partnered to open an outreach clinic in Au Train, offering much-needed healthcare services to the local community. Starting August 6, the clinic will operate on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Au Train community building, providing residents with more accessible medical care closer to home.

Shannon DeFrancesco Appointed as New Principal of William G. Mather Elementary School

August 16, 2024

In a special board meeting held July 30, 2024 the Munising Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve the selection of Shannon DeFrancesco as the new Principal of William G. Mather Elementary School and Director of State and Federal Programs for the district.

Alger County Primary Election Results: Voter Turnout and Proposal Outcomes

August 16, 2024

The August 6, 2024, primary election saw a voter turnout of 34.18%, with 2,633 out of 7,704 registered voters casting their ballots across the City of Munising and Alger County’s townships. The results not only determined party nominations for various offices but also featured a series of local proposals that voters weighed in on.