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Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Forsyth Snowmobile and ATV Club is hosting International Snowmobile Ride Day on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at Gary’s Knotty Pine in Arnold, offering hot chocolate, cookies, snacks, and safety lessons (the club is the only central U.P. host selected). Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ UPAWS is inviting local animal lovers to nominate exceptional pets and dedicated advocates for the 2026 UPAWS Awards by submitting nominations until March 1. Award winners will be announced on March 20 and celebrated at the Cause for Paws Gala (Saturday, April 9) in Marquette. The Mining Journal
- ➤ Kognisjon Bryggeri will host a fundraiser event tomorrow from 6-9 p.m. to launch Hazel’s Love Potion, a limited edition chocolate stout with part of each pint benefiting UPAWS. The event in Marquette features live music, food specials, commemorative T-shirts, and dessert pairings with the beer—supporting a cherished local campaign. The Mining Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Marquette Regional History Center will honor 2025 winners at its annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Phyllis Wong will receive the Helen Longyear Paul Award and Marquette Federation of Women’s Clubs the Peter White Award, while Blaine Betts and Aspen Murphy earn Lifetime Achievement and Young Historian Awards. The Mining Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Operation Action U.P. held its annual meeting in Marquette and InvestUP’s CEO Marty Fittante discussed the aging workforce, regional investment, and the creation of a 50-million-dollar impact fund while announcing a new for-profit seed fund. He emphasized using local networks to attract opportunities in industries like mining and forestry. The Mining Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Chris Olson, NMU's 19th president, said he will bring back Chat with the President and schedule meetings with students and locals. He will also travel for legislative priorities and attend campus events such as UP200 — a key step in working with staff to improve the school. The North Wind
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ U.P. Home Health & Hospice in Marquette was named a 2025 Home Health Honors Elite recipient by the Home Health Honors program for its excellent patient care and high satisfaction scores measured by the Home Health Consumer Assessment. The agency credits its longstanding leadership and clinical expertise for the honor. The Mining Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mushers gathered Thursday afternoon at the Marquette Holiday Inn for a banquet preparing them for three upcoming sled dog races, including the UP200. The race kicks off today at 6:30 p.m. downtown with racing bibs, flags, and prizes & a silent auction supporting the events. Upper Michigan's Source
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Next Stop Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — Upper Peninsula Brewing Company — Starts at $27.86 — Enjoy a hilarious evening with a new line-up of comedians each month.
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Shamrock Sprint 1 Mile Race
10-11 PM — 1110 Champion St, Marquette, MI — Registration fee applies — Participate in the 4th annual 1 mile race in a festive St. Patrick's Day spirit.
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