Opinion

Should kids be vaccinated against RSV?

July 26, 2024

Q: I am in my 30s and my husband and I have 3-year-old twin daughters. Their primary care physician suggested, at their last well-child visit six weeks ago, that the girls should receive a vaccine against the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), particularly since my parents, who are in their early 70’s, babysit the girls essentially every Sunday afternoon.

Celebrating a Legacy: Libby Marshall Blank Retires from Munising Public Schools

July 19, 2024

After 33 years of dedicated service, Libby Marshall Blank attended her last school board meeting on June 25, 2024, marking her retirement from Munising Public Schools. She leaves behind a legacy of exceptional financial stewardship, unwavering professionalism, and profound community impact. A private and reserved individual, Libby’s work ethic and commitment to the school district have earned her the respect and admiration of colleagues, administrators, and the community.

June 28, 2024

Sandi Kolder, United Methodist Church Many times, I have been privileged to sit with someone and listen to the story of his or her life. Sometimes I find myself at the kitchen table with a child.

June 28, 2024

Q: I have an ingrown toenail on my big toe, which has required minor surgery three times over the last few years. Is there a way to keep this from coming back again? A: About 20% of individuals with foot problems have an ingrown toenail.

June 21, 2024

Q: I’ve been reading about how our unusually warm weather is causing ticks to spread into geographic areas where they weren’t previously found and that in areas where they formerly were, the numbers have increased dramatically.

June 21, 2024

In Galatians 2:1–10, we read that Paul and Barnabas took a trip to discuss something privately with the Apostles in Jerusalem. Paul was led by God to make this trip to confirm that the Gospel that Paul preached in non-Jewish contexts was equal with the Gospel that Peter, James, and John preached in Jewish contexts.

Zack Mazurek to be ordained to the diaconate

June 7, 2024

The importance of family cannot be overstated by diocesan seminarian, Zack Mazurek, ahead of his diaconate ordination this May. Reflecting on his journey up to this point as he prepares for his ordination to the diaconate, Mazurek said, “looking back, I think it’s such a blessing that the Lord was able to work so powerfully in my life through our family, helping me to fall in love with Him and with the Church.”

June 7, 2024

Q: With the hotter-than-usual weather expected for this summer, I am wondering if there are any simple ways to help stay cool. I’m particularly concerned about my elderly relatives, who have various medical problems, and my 16-year-old son, who will be starting football practice in about six or seven weeks in hot, and often humid, conditions.

June 7, 2024

136 years ago - The Alger County Republican - June 3rd, 1888. The Modest Blacksmith A son of Vulcan— and his right Good arm it wielded power’s might; His throne the forge; the anvil’s note Resounded rhythms while he smote There in the fire’s rosy glows, The brazen thing with sturdy blows.

May 17, 2024

Part 1 was featured in the May 10,2024 edition of the Munising Beacon. It is not only our entertainment life, but as our civil life is increasingly polarized, the adversarial model seems to be the only alternative we hold up now to settle disputes.

Opinion

Should kids be vaccinated against RSV?

Celebrating a Legacy: Libby Marshall Blank Retires from Munising Public Schools

The Power of Our Stories: Finding Meaning and Worship in Reflection

How can I prevent ingrown toenails?

How should I treat a tick bite?

Paul’s Confirmation of the Gospel of Grace

Zack Mazurek to be ordained to the diaconate

How can we stay cool in hot temperatures?

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