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January is Muslim American Heritage Month in Michigan

Hat’s off to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer for recognizing January as Muslim American Heritage Month, honoring and celebrating the significant roles of Muslim Americans in Michigan and beyond. “During Muslim American Heritage Month, we recognize and celebrate the profound impact Muslim Americans have had on Michigan’s culture, economy, and communities,” Whitmer said in a written statement. “Let’s honor their achievements, reflect on their history, and recommit to building a Michigan where everyone can thrive.” Noted Ahmad Alkaabi, a member of the Michigan Immigrant and Refugee ...

State Legislature can show what governing looks like

Michigan’s Legislature now has divided control for the first time since 2010. For years, Republicans controlled the state Senate and the state House. Then, in the 2022 elections, Democrats won control of both chambers for the 2023-24 legislative session, which just ended. Republicans won control of the state House in last year’s elections and will lead that chamber through 2026. But Democrats maintain control of the state Senate and the Governor’s Office. After watching Washington dysfunction for years, especially with a divided Congress, one could not be blamed for looking ...

Caregiver tools available in online workshop

Winter is in full swing here in the Upper Peninsula and with it, the familiar sights and sounds of snowmobiles. Snowmobiling is big business in the Upper Peninsula. Beyond the locals who participate in the winter activity, tourists from all around the country head to the U.P. with their sleds to enjoy all that we have to offer. Restaurants, hotels, bars and many other local businesses benefit from the tourism brought about by our pristine trails. While snowmobiling can be a great way to enjoy the outdoors during the winter, the recent death of a Wisconsin man in Ontonogan County ...

Ski jump tournament truly a spectacle to behold

It’s January again, which means it’s time to look to the sky. The Ishpeming Ski Club will be hosting its 138th annual Ski Jumping Tournament, which will be held at the U.P. Nordic Ski Complex. The tournament events will begin at 7 p.m. Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. on Jan. 18 with the junior tournament being held on Jan. 19. Gates open at 4 p.m. each day. Aside from being a tailgating event, there will also be a fireworks display held on Saturday night. The tournament weekend will also feature bonfires, food trucks, fireworks and a great view of the tournament action. “We put on a ...

Mary Jayne Hallifax was one of a kind

We would like to take this opportunity to call to readers’ attention the death and life of Mary Jayne Hallifax, age 96, of Munising, who passed Saturday. Mary Jayne, as she liked to be called, was one of a kind, something of a community chronicler who photographed and reported on all things Munising for many years. Her photography and writing graced the pages of the Munising weekly before finishing her career here at The Mining Journal. She spent her entire life in her hometown of Munising, attending Sacred Heart Grade School before graduating from William G. Mather High School ...

Be prepared when driving in winter road conditions

Winter is officially here, and with that comes the potential for dangerous road conditions. Snow, sleet and ice make it harder to control and stop a vehicle. From October 2023 to May 2024, winter weather contributed to more than 11,000 crashes in Wisconsin, resulting in nine fatalities and more than 2,000 injuries, according to a Wisconsin State Patrol news release. The WSP’s January Law of the Month focuses on safe winter driving. “Many of us look forward to the beauty and adventure of a new season, but we can’t deny that winter weather can also create treacherous road ...