2022 Chamber Scholarship & Dinner
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The Alger County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Munising-native Marissa Immel as the recipient of the 2022 Alger County Chamber of Commerce’s $500 Scholarship.
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Pictured Rocks Days, a Centennial Celebration, and New Restaurants
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While winter creeps into springtime in a much too predictable fashion and the gray sky warns of yet another snowstorm, thoughts of burritos, fried chicken and fish, Pictured Rocks Days, and the Mather Centennial Celebration are rays of sunshine breaking through this cloudy day.
Read MorePictured Rocks Days/Yoopers Ride Free is Back
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After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular Pictured Rocks Days and Yoopers Ride Free events in Munising are back and slated to take place on Saturday and Sunday, June 11-12, 2022.
Read MoreMichigan Ice Fest, UP 200, and Trenary Outhouse Classic
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Three popular events are once again taking place this month in Alger County after a year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. Ice climbing, sled dogs, and pushing outhouses along a snowy track – the unique celebrations bring life to the area in the dead of winter:
Read MoreGood Boy, Tucker
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Like any other day after locking up, I pulled the shade down that insinuates the office is closed. “Sorry you’ve missed us,” the top of the curtain reads. Beneath the wording, you’re greeted by a photo of a handsome golden retriever named Tucker.
Read MoreIt’s Christmas Everyday in … Christmas
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With a 35-foot-tall wooden Santa Claus statue boldly standing along M-28 and streets with holiday-themed names like Jingle Bell Lane, Christmas, Michigan stays festive throughout the entire year.
Read MoreHoliday Decorations and Upcoming Events
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Three Munising businesses were recently rewarded by the downtown development authority for their impressive holiday displays.
Read MoreNew Member: The Women's Center
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The newest member of the Alger County Chamber of Commerce is the Women’s Center.
The Women’s Center has provided free services for domestic violence and sexual assault survivors in the Marquette area for over 45 years. After realizing a need for its help in Alger County, the organization opened an office in Munising in 1996.
Read MoreRekindle the Spirit 2021 and Other Holiday Events
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Munising’s holiday celebration Rekindle the Spirit will be a hybrid event this year, with both in-person and virtual activities taking place.
Read MoreAdvertising, Cannabis, and Embroidery Services in Alger
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The newest members of the Alger County Chamber of Commerce/Greater Munising Bay Partnership - Grannie of the Hood, Lume Cannabis Co. Christmas, and Upper Peninsula Trader - offer varying services like advertising, cannabis-based products, and embroidery.
Read MoreHappy Friday from Alger County!
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Munising Falls
/The fall leaves are still hanging on in some areas throughout Alger County. These photos were taken at Munising Falls yesterday on Waterfall Wednesday!
What is the Munising Visitors Bureau – and what does it do?
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You’ve seen its logo on almost every event poster in the Munising area as one of the sponsors, but what exactly is the Munising Visitors Bureau – and what does it do?
Read MoreBring on the Fall
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It’s been another busy season in Alger County, and although official numbers haven’t been released yet, the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore believes the number of visitors this year will surpass last year’s 1.2 million. However, in 2020, we didn’t have that lull between Labor Day and the peak of fall colors (late September to mid-October) that we typically see. This year, things have quieted down some.
Read MoreLearning About Pictured Rocks’ Search and Rescue Capabilities
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With millions of people recently exploring the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and surrounding area, U.S. Park Rangers and volunteers continue to protect visitors on land and water as well as helping preserve the park’s pristine beauty.
Read MoreProactive Accounting Solutions Opens Office in Munising
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Proactive Accounting Solutions, which recently opened an office in Munising, is the newest member of the Alger County Chamber of Commerce.
Located at 230 W. Superior St., Proactive Accounting Solutions provides a variety services such as income tax preparation for all types of businesses and individuals, payroll reporting, QuickBooks setup, support and training, business startup services, monthly bookkeeping, financial statements, and more.
Read MoreHigher Love Opens in Munising
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Alger County’s first recreational marijuana business opened Memorial Day Weekend in downtown Munising.
Read MoreDelicious Food in Munising and Touring the Soo Locks by Boat
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Whether you’re looking for a tasty meal or to go on a narrated boat cruise, our newest members have got you covered.
Read MoreCruising and Kayaking the Apostle Islands
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Home to the highest concentration of lighthouses in North America, 21 islands with sandstone cliffs and sea caves and 12 miles of shoreline make up the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Scattered along Lake Superior, the "Apostles" have been carved out by the big lake over thousands of years, creating the scenic features today that are best viewed by boat or kayak.
Read MoreVirtual Trainings for Tourism Industry Employees Scheduled
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“One of the most important aspects of a tourism-based community is having a strong and knowledgeable frontline workforce. It’s amazing the misinformation that is out there and combatting that helps everyone, locals and tourists alike,” said Cori-Ann Cearley, President of the MVB. “One of the easiest things to do is to work with the frontline workers to increase their customer service skills and their knowledge base. Simple things like knowing what resources are available and where to look for them can make a big impact in the overall profile of the area. This leads to a more confident guest service agent and a better guest experience when tourists visit.”
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