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Time to check trees for hemlock woolly adelgid

December 1, 2023

The Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development encourage those who have eastern hemlock trees on their property to take time this winter to inspect the trees for signs of hemlock woolly adelgid. Anyone taking to the woods also can help by looking for signs of this invasive insect while hunting, hiking or enjoying other outdoor activities.

Forest Inn demolished

November 24, 2023

East Channel expansion going strong

November 24, 2023

After a strong opening night and a solid first week with the new building, East Channel Brewing Company new distribution and brewing center in downtown Munising is performing well. “It was a little more of an undertaking than we planned on at the start, but it all came together well,” Owner and Brewer Joe DesJardins said.

Eden Lutheran Church opens free store

November 24, 2023

Eden Lutheran Church has officially opened its free store on Thursday, Nov. 16. The free store is a place where those in need can obtain various non-edible products like cleaning supplies, sanitary products and more.

Munising Cannabis Company to close

November 24, 2023

The Munising Cannabis Co., the area’s only locally owned marijuana shop, is closing its doors soon. “Munising Cannabis Company was a labor of love from a group of local people trying to do something different than a dispensary: growing and processing everything in house,” Munising Cannabis Co.

November 24, 2023

100 Years Ago - The Munising News - Nov. 23, 1923 State Ferry Makes Good The wisdom of the action by the state legislature providing an auto ferry across the Straits of Mackinac from Mackinaw City to St. Ignace is eloquently demonstrated in the report compiled by Chief Accountant A. C. Parker. The reports shows total receipts of $26,949 ($484,878.70 in today’s value) since the ferry started the first of August.

Brumm, Mason to run for 109

November 24, 2023

Margaret Brumm of Marquette announced that she will be running for the Michigan House of Representatives seat 109 in the 2024 election. She will be challenging incumbent Jenn Hill in the Democratic primary.

November 24, 2023

The Hiawatha National Forest would like to remind the public that snow plowing permits are available and required for certain activities during the winter season. Permits cover activities such as plowing to personal cabins, moving timber, and hauling gravel, and may be of particular interest to recreational residence holders and private land or cabin inholders.

November 24, 2023

Hunters reported a quiet opening week of regular firearm deer season throughout most of Alger County. Warm weather, paired with a mid-week opener, led to an inactive start for the 2023 season.

November 24, 2023

With Michigan’s firearm deer season starting Wednesday, the DNR reminds everyone to put safety first. Lt.

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Time to check trees for hemlock woolly adelgid

Forest Inn demolished

East Channel expansion going strong

Eden Lutheran Church opens free store

Munising Cannabis Company to close

This Week in History

Brumm, Mason to run for 109

Plow permits needed for Hiawatha National Forest

Hunters Report Quiet Opening Week

Safety is key to every successful hunt