'Stangs Are Heading to Regionals

The Munising Mustang Cheer Team has qualified for Regionals after falling by 0.2 points to Iron Mountain last Friday in East Jordan at the MSHAA District Cheer Competition.

The ‘Stangs held on to a 6.046 point lead heading into the 3rd round. But, the Mountaineers proved to be a tough contender and beat the Orange & Black with a score of 295.8 to 289.5.

Manistique and Charlevoix rounded out the top 4 qualifiers and will also be going to Regionals. Last year the Mustangs missed the Finals by 8 points.

Best of luck to the Munising Mustangs as they head to Regionals!

Munising – 02/09/12 – Join a Park Ranger for the 2012 Fireside Chat speaker series, public interpretive programs about the natural and cultural resources of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. All programs begin at 7 p.m. at the Munising Falls Visitor Center, located near Munising Memorial Hospital at 1505 Sand Point Road in Munising.

Here are several upcoming chats scheduled:

Wednesday, February 15 -  Matt Zika from the National Weather Service presents “A Superior Forecast.” Matt discusses how Lake Superior influences our weather and the challenges of marine forecasts.

Thursday, February 23 -  Troy Henderson from the Michigan Iron Industry Museum presents “Logging Camps in the U.P.”

Thursday, March 22 -  Barry James from the Michigan Iron Industry Museum presents “Immigration to the U.P.” The program includes details about the voyage over the Atlantic Ocean, Ellis Island, and discrimination immigrants faced upon arrival to work in the mines.

Munising – 02/12/07 – Alger County Cub Scouts with Cub Master Mike Perron are holding a Blue and Gold Banquet at the 1st Presbyterian Church, Elm Avenue in Munising on February 15th.

The banquet is a birthday dinner celebrating the entire Cub Scouting program and a honoring of Cub Scout Founder Lord Baden Powell.

The Mustangs fell to Iron Mountain at the Kingsford Invitational on Monday night with a score of 711.5532 to 699.4360. The Orange & Black fought hard through the first two rounds but stumbled in the 3rd with a 9 point deficit. After a successful battle in the past few competitions, the Mustangs struggled a bit. Manistique rounded out the top three.

Munising Mustang Cheer Team

On a lighter note, the Middle School ‘Stangs rousted a first place victory over Gladstone, 417.38 to 380.5740.

Keep it up, Ladies!

A big congratulations to both the Munising High School and Middle School Competitive Cheer Teams. They both snagged top prize at the U.P. Cheer Classic on Saturday the 4th! This win also boosted the Mustangs ratings. Each week the Cheer Coaches and Officials rank the top teams and this week, the Orange & Black are ranked #4 for Division 4.

Mustang Middle School Cheer Team

Their next competition will be today, Monday the 6th at the Kingsford Invitational against numerous schools from the Upper Peninsula including Escanaba, Manisitque, Iron Mountain, Marquette, Norway, and of course Kingsford.

Keep up the good work and best of luck in Kingsford!

Mustang High School Cheer Team

Marquette – 02/03/12 – Governor Rick Snyder was in the Studios this morning on our sister station WKQS Sunny 101.9 with Mark and Walt in the Morning.  Governor Snyder outlined his schedule for his visit to the Upper Peninsula.  This afternoon he will be visiting Bay College in Escanaba at 12:30pm.  Saturday morning at 10am Governor Snyder will drop the green flag to kick off the Sault Ste Marie I-500 Snowmobile Race.

The Governor spoke about the positive aspects of very productive year, and his goals for all Michiganders to work together and develop economic improvements.  Governor Snyder says the “The real key to success in my view is relentless positive action”   He feels Michigan has begun it’s comeback phase with car dealers leading the way. and we’ve all learned a lot of good lessons as a whole.

Through the course of the interview Governor Snyder touched on a few of his campaign goals and what the results have been so far.  He also reiterated how he is committed to achieve what he has set out to do.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of trying something new for lunch. As I ventured through Munising, I popped into Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore. I had a delicious grilled cheese with provolone and ham on a scrumptious multi-grain swirl bread.  So yummy!

Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore is a unique place to grab a bite to eat, a hot cup of coffee, an ice cream treat, or a tasty coffee drink as your browse through the thousands of new and used books.

This weekend, stop by and take advantage of a great weekend sale. This weekend only save 25% off all new and used books, $1 each on used mass market paperbacks, and $1 – $2 on used audio books. Stick around on Saturday evening for great live music starting at 7pm,  Zach Lancaster and Leora Tadgerson – they play all original folk music. Their influences are Neil Young, Bob Dylan, Roscoe Halcomb, Ralph Stanley, and Devendra Banhart. Stop in, grab a quick treat, and relax.

For more information, contact the Cafe at 387-3008 or just stop in. They’re located at 104 E Munising Avenue.

Munising – 02/01/12 -  Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore has cross country ski trails maintained by the National Park Service in Munising and Grand Marais. Groomed for classic diagonal stride skiing, Munising trails cover 11.7 miles, Grand Marais covers 10.4 miles; both offering a variety of terrain for beginner to experienced level skiers in a beautifully wooded setting. The park trails are free, but a $3 donation per day is encouraged and can be made at each of the ski trail  heads.

If you like outdoor winter activities and the thought of climbing ice formations holds an inviting image in your thoughts, that the Michigan Ice Fest is what your looking for. Thursday, February 2nd through Sunday, February 5th the opportunity to take on this challenge will be available to you.

There will be classes, talks on equipment and social slide shows on the activity scheduled during the weekend. To learn more about the event, gear, schedule details and contact info, go to the website link, Michigan Ice Fest for more information!!!

Michigan Ice Fest

Who would believe that such a sunny day in the U. P. would turn out to be so cold??? Well you have to either look at your thermometer or actually go outside to believe it!!!

Chilly Sight In Munising

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is pleased to introduce two recent additions to the Administrative staff, Information Technology Specialist Joshua Brewster and Administrative Assistant Michael Scheider.

As Informational Technology Specialist, Joshua manages all activities involving the lakeshore’s technological infrastructure, including computer hardware and software and telephone systems. He provides lakeshore employees with access to National Park Service computer systems, email, and network resources and he troubleshoots problems that develop. In Addition, Joshua is responsible for ordering replacements for outdated park equipment and coordinates the disposition of the old equipment.

As the lakeshore’s Administrative Assistant, Michael Schneider coordinates the summer seasonal hiring process and annual accountable property inventory for the park, in addition to providing purchasing support. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore typically hires 25 to 30 summer seasonal employees in a variety of positions. Michael is responsible for gathering hiring documentation from park managers and providing it to NPS recruitment offices. Once seasonal vacancies are announced and applicants are selected for positions, he facilitates the completion of the necessary forms documenting their employment.

Brewster and Schneider will work in the lakeshore’s administrative division alongside Budget Technician Mary Jo Cook, who has 18 years of service at Pictured Rocks, and Administrative Officer Kacich, who has 8 years of service at Pictured Rocks.

Pictured Rocks

WQXO’s morning voice will be missing for a few days but don’t worry! George will be back shortly and broadcasting regularly as always. Our satellite feed will keep our music going but you and I know, it just won’t be the same. In the meantime, drop George an e-mail letting him know you missed him while he was gone (everyone likes receiving mail letting them know that they are missed) !

Send your note to georged@wqxo.com !!!!

George will be gone for a short time!

A BIG Congratulations to the Munising Mustang Competitive Cheer Team! The Orange & Black snagged 2nd Place at the Iron Mountain Invitational on Monday, January 9th, falling to the Mountaineers by only 2 points. With a 17.3 point deficit after the first two rounds, the ‘Stangs rallied back in Round three and out scored Iron Mountain 302.1 to 287.0.

Competitive Cheer has really grown in the past few years. Many schools in the Upper Peninsula participate in this extremely athletic sport. Each competition involves three rounds. Round one focuses on a 60 second cheer where the judges look for two different jump styles, vocals, floor mobility, coordination, execution, and their over all impression. Round two is more complex by incorporating flexibility, more jumping skills, and tumbling. Round three involves an open round full of tumbling, team stunting, and choreography.

The next stop for the Mustangs is the Emerald Invite in Manistique on January 12th. For more information and the schedule of other Competitive Cheer Events, visit www.michigancompetitivecheer.com

2011-12 Munising Mustang Competitve Cheer Team

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Munising Mi - 01/05/12 – There will be a Community Food Drive on Saturday, January 14th at 3:30 pm in Mather Auditorium. Bring two non-perishable food items for free admission to see the movie “Snow Day”. This movie is rated PG and would make a great family afternoon event. Afterward, a local Brownie Troop from Wetmore will deliver all collected donations to St. Vincent De Paul.

To watch the trailer for Snow Day click HERE

St. Vincent of Munising

Canned Food Drive

Munising – 01/05/12 – The Moose Lodge in Munising will be the location of a benefit dinner for Marilyn Rzanca; Thursday, January 19th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.  Marilyn has recently been diagnosed with Stage 3 Ovarian Cancer with no medical coverage; unfortunately having to incur most of the medical expenses. We welcome all area residences to come and assist Marilyn during this financially difficult time. Those assisting with this benefit dinner will offer meal deliveries to any area businesses or residences that can’t attend the dinner but wish to extend their support.

Organizers of this event have received several items that will be featured during a “BIG $10 Raffle”  – including an autographed Packer football, Big screen TV, digital camera, microwave oven and laptop computer. Tickets will be sold for one for $10 or 3 for $25. A second raffle will be held featuring a variety of donated items. These tickets are priced at $1 each or 6 for $5. Raffle tickets will be sold in advance of the dinner at Glen’s Market on January 13th  between 4 – 7 pm. The cost for attending the dinner is $6.

Any questions or inquires relating to the benefit, please call 236-5419 of 387-2226. Please spread the word throughout our community!!!!!

Community Benefit Dinner