Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Northern Lights Martial Arts Center in Marquette is offering free weekly self-defense classes for women to enhance their strength, mobility, balance, and self-defense skills starting March 14. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The 2025 HBAUP Builders Show, featuring a wide array of home and business construction vendors, interactive demos, and activities, is set to take place at NMU's Superior Dome from March 7th to 9th. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ Restaurant Week in Downtown Marquette, starting Sunday, highlights local dining with special menus to support eateries, coordinated by the Marquette DDA. Sunny 101.9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Northern Michigan University and over six state and federal agencies conduct the nation's first cold weather mass casualty response training. WZMQ 19
- ➤ Over 300 educators attended the U.P. Early Childhood Conference to learn innovative teaching strategies, including how to support children with special needs. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Superior Health Foundation launched an AED Program and opened the Care Access Fund grant cycle in 2025 to enhance health and safety services for the Upper Peninsula community. The Mining Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Meditate Marquette and partners are offering weekly drop-in meditation sessions at Peter White Public Library to foster care, compassion, and connection. The Mining Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A heavy snowfall in Marquette enhances winter sports conditions, promising a longer season for enthusiasts. Upper Michigan's Source
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Failte: A Celebration of Irish Culture
Failte is an event honoring Irish culture featuring music, dance, and lively social interaction at Kognisjon Bryggeri.
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Sip & Stretch Yoga at Ore Dock Brewing Co.
A relaxation event featuring a yoga session with beverages, suitable for participants of all skill levels.
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2025 NMU Jazz Festival
The NMU Jazz Festival will feature performances and clinics by high school and middle school jazz bands at Northern Michigan University.
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JASNO: Live Music Performance
Local band JASNO, featuring vocalist Jack Laurila and members Declan Stratford and Paul Racine, will perform at Superior Culture in Marquette, Michigan.
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Bimbo, MRKT, and Anise Star Live Show at Ore Dock Brewing
Enjoy a night of live music featuring local and regional artists including Bimbo, MRKT, and Anise Star at Ore Dock Brewing in Marquette.
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Mason Jennings Live Concert
7 p.m. - 1 a.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of captivating pop-folk music from Minnesota's own Mason Jennings.
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Live Music Night with Chanteymen, Cattle Dogs, and Addicus
9-11:59 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $5 — Enjoy a lively evening of music with Chanteymen and their friends in a vibrant local brewery.
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Cause for Paws 50th Anniversary Gala
6-10 p.m. — Marquette Holiday Inn — Tickets required — Celebrate UPAWS’s milestone anniversary with music, auctions, and friends in a festive atmosphere.
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