Good morning, Marquette.

Feeding America West Michigan is hosting a drive-thru food distribution event at Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift in Chocolay Township starting at 10 a.m. Families in need can receive food boxes until supplies run out or until 11:30 a.m. — volunteers will place boxes directly in vehicles.

The Marquette Polar Plunge will take place at the Up North Lodge events center on Saturday at 4 p.m. where participants will brave ice cold water to raise funds for Special Olympics Michigan.

About $14,000 of the $28,000 goal has been raised and registration starts at 2:30 p.m.+ funds will help send athletes to compete both locally and internationally.

A sewer main on Granite Avenue broke and leaked about 100 gallons of sewage on the road, and city crews quickly shut it down—repairs are in progress and the impacted snow is being hauled to a treatment plant.

Barbiere’s Villa Capri Italian Restaurant will close permanently on March 22 as the owners retire after 58 years of service in Marquette.

They thanked loyal customers, friends, and staff in a Facebook post.

Dr. Colin Irish and his wife Carrie were arraigned in Marquette on multiple child abuse charges for locking their special needs 10 year old in a closet—Michelle and Linda Maxson were also arrested in connection with neglecting an 8 year old, and all four face a hearing on April 14.

Wildcat Weekend will take over NMU’s campus on March 21–22—Jon Teichman from admissions outlined the event schedule during a visit to TV6 studio.

The Ewen-Trout Creek girls won the MHSAA Division 4 regional title by beating Norway 54—44 with a late surge at Marquette Senior High School; it is their first title in two decades.

They will face St. Ignace Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Gladstone in the state quarterfinals.

Marquette’s Pigs N’ Heat charity hockey game returns on Wednesday, March 19 at 6:30 p.m. at Lakeview Arena as local law enforcement — firefighters form teams to raise funds for the Fire Relief Fund.

Failte: A Celebration of Irish Culture

Failte is an event honoring Irish culture featuring music, dance, and lively social interaction at Kognisjon Bryggeri.

Sip & Stretch Yoga at Ore Dock Brewing Co.

A relaxation event featuring a yoga session with beverages, suitable for participants of all skill levels.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

3rd Annual Elements of Taste

6-11:30 p.m. — Ramada by Wyndham Marquette — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Experience a delightful roaming dinner and cocktail pairing exploring the elements of taste.