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Billy Jack and Amy Gramm: Crafting Memorable Experiences in Munising

From downtown Munising to the serene beachfront of 16 Mile Lake, Amy and Billy Jack Gramm have crafted a unique experience shaped by a family legacy of entrepreneurial spirit and genuine hospitality. Reflective of two decades of diligence and hard work, their establishments offer something unlike anything else in the area. Together, they welcome guests to discover the true essence of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where every visit feels like coming home.
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Munising Class of 1980 Remembrance and Reunion Meeting Planned

The Munising Class of 1980 announces a reunion planning meeting on July 2nd. Starting at 12:30 PM, a remembrance memorial will be held at Bayshore Park, followed by a planning session at 1:00 PM at Gallery Cafe for the 2025 Class of 1980 Reunion. All Class of 1980 members are encouraged to attend both events to honor departed classmates and contribute to organizing the upcoming reunion. For further information, contact Kirk Harger at 740-889-8032 or Jodi Golisek at 920-383-1964 or JodiG@SigmaOneGroup.com
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Briefs

Return of Bay-Con Promises Bigger and Better Experience in Third Year Escanaba gears up for the third annual Bay-Con, slated for April 20 at Bay College Campus. With over 130 vendors, vintage gaming, celebrity appearances, and more, this free event aims to raise funds for student clubs and athletic teams. Don’t miss the cosplay contest and special speaker panels!
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Michigan families urged to get children caught up on vaccines in recognition of National Infant Immunization Week

During National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) April 22-29, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) urges Michigan parents to ensure their children are fully vaccinated on time for the best possible protection from serious diseases. Each year, NIIW focuses on the positive impact of vaccination on the lives of infants and children — and this year it’s a priority to ensure families stay on track for their children’s well-child visits and routinely recommended vaccinations. On-time vaccination is critical to help provide protection against potentially life-threatening diseases.
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City Commission Meeting Recap: April 15, 2024

The Munising City Commission held a scheduled meeting on April 15, 2024 at the City Hall. All but one Commissioner were present and nine residents attended. Several new business actions were taken. The appointment of Robin Pavase and DJ Raica to the Planning Commission was approved as was the proposed License Agreement for the Fourth of July committee. There was a presentation on the upcoming Earth Fest events to be held at Munising School Public Library beginning April 20 at 10:30 a.m.
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Soup and Service

Each year for the past 12 years (except during Covid) the Munising Ecumenical Team has offered a “Soup and Service” event on the first five Wednesdays of Lent and Good Friday and Easter Vigil services during Holy week. All were open to the entire community. Each year one or two community service organizations are selected to receive the free will offerings from those events. This year The Community Food Pantry and Eden on the Bay Free store were selected recipients of the offerings. $1094.00 was raised in spite of two of the “Soup and Service” events being canceled due to uncooperative weather. The offering was shared equally. We are thankful for the community churches who cooperated in providing the suppers and services as well as the generosity of those who attended.
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Do you Remember the Day?

For those of you who are old enough, think back to Wednesday April 22, 1970. Do you remember the day? I was in ninth grade at Pennridge Central Junior High School located in Bucks County, PA, where George Washington crossed the Delaware River during the American Revolutionary War. My school joined in with the other 20 million+ participants to celebrate the first Earth Day. In preparation for Earth Day, we learned about our Earth and the pollution it was facing at that time. Homeroom doors were decorated, and skits acted out by the students. On Earth Day, the whole school took part in a demonstration of support, with students coming together to line up to spell Earth Day. The school had two floors and we were able to look down, out of the windows, at the students outside and see Earth Day spelled out plain as day.
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