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Correction

January 19, 2024 issue School Board Approves New Basketball Backstop; Discusses Bus Driver Situation In this issue the amounts for the sinking fund were referenced as dollars instead of mills. The information should read as follows: The sinking fund ballot resolution came next on the agenda. They are currently asking for 1.5 mills which is down from 1.9 mills from last year. There is thought that if they pare this number down much more, they “won’t be able to accomplish what they set out to accomplish” according to Mr. Travis, with another 1.6 mills on the debt levy. This was approved by the board.
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Hiring Summer Interns in Rapid River and Munising

Rapid River and Munising, MI (Jan. 25, 2024)— The Hiawatha National Forest is excited to welcome applications for five internships on the Forest for summer 2024. High school and college students are invited to apply to the Student Trainee Intern positions in recreation in Munising (two positions available); and college students are also invited to apply to Student Trainee positions in administration, forestry, and wildlife in Rapid River.
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Work for wildlife: DNR hiring for spring positions

Calling any nature enthusiasts, outdoor lovers or conservation-minded folks – the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is hiring for a variety of temporary wildlife positions that may be right for you! These spring jobs, available around the state, could be especially attractive to those looking to enter the conservation work force or seniors and retirees who want to get more involved in the outdoors.
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Briefs

The Gateway loop at the Munising Bike Park will once again be lit up by decorated wine bottles strung in the trees along the trail. Glow sticks will be placed along the trail for the kiddos (see if they can find all of them). Join us for an enchanting snowshoe (conditions will be updated the day of the event). Snowshoes may or may not be required depending on depth of snow and trail conditions. 6:15 – 8:15 p.m. on January 27th.
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Munising Baptist Honor Roll

Elementary: All A’s: Huxley F., Hailey Hosteter, Alexander Frederick All A’s & B’s: Nate Norton, Hunter Norton, AJ Norton, Alta F., Elisabeth Beaverson, Carson Frederick Secondary: High Honors: Colt Wright, Isaac Beaverson, Dylan Swift, Willow Moser, Eileen Veneberg, Olivia Exelby Honors: Gabe Heyrman, Steve Norton, Tom Norton, Michael Maloney, Alliana Mickelson .
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Fishing for a Cause

The second annual fishing derby will take place on Saturday March 2 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.. The derby is run by South Shore Fishing Association, a 501(c)(3) organization and last year raised $15,000 to benefit Rescue 21.
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