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MANISTIQUE - For countless years, Urania has watched over generations of students at MHS, now it’s our turn to watch over her. The MHS graduating Class of 1922 presented her as a gift to MHS to commemorate the signing of the Treaty of Versailles (June 28, 1919), officially ending…
Seul Choix hosts an adventure apostolate troop
On Sept. 19, Seul Choix Pointe Lighthouse hosted an all-day visit by Troop 216 from the Troops of St. George in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The 27 Scouts enjoyed a comprehensive history briefing from volunteer Maudie Lockhart. The group participated in a hands-on tour that highlighted…
Manistique REMEMBERS
MANISTIQUE – Every Sept. 11 we all take a minute to reflect back on that tragic day. Most of us can say I know exactly where I was and what I was doing. On Friday, the All Vets of Schoolcraft County hosted a 9/11 Memorial Program at Triangle Park across from the post office. In…
Backpack Buddies distribution date set
MANISTIQUE – The local “Backpack Buddies” group will distribute food on Sept. 24. The distribution will take place from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the parking lot of Zion Lutheran Church. The church is located at 435 Oak St. (parking lot behind the church on Range Street). All students up…
Community Round-Up benefits local youth programs
Jack’s Fresh Market’s August Round-Up program benefited the Manistique Kiwanis Club and the Lions Club. Each club received checks over $2,000 thanks to Jack’s and community supporters who rounded up. The Kiwanis funds will support Kiwanis School Tools for local teachers and…
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, We miss you! There’s an empty spot in the pew where you used to sit on Sunday mornings! We know that sometimes life gets busy and it’s hard to work everything into your schedule. However, we hope that you will consider visiting your church once again. Or if you are…
Indian Lake Sport and Recreation Association set September meeting
MANISTIQUE - The Indian Lake Sport and Recreation Association will hold their September meeting on Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at the Hiawatha Township Hall. At the Aug. 25 meeting officers were elected. The president is actually Craig Kowatch not Gary Kowatch as previously reported. Any…
Students raise $460 for Eva Burrell Animal Shelter
MANISTIQUE - Limestone Financial Credit Union (Limestone FCU) and the Limestone Legacy Foundation recently partnered with the Schoolcraft County Fair Administration (SCFA) to host a Lime Slime Pop-Up Shop at Kids Camp that empowered local students through handson learning,…