Good morning, Marquette.

Marquette County Habitat for Humanity is hosting Bingo night on Monday, May 11 at The Mather in Ishpeming to raise funds for affordable housing.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the event features nine games, prizes, a 50/50 drawing & a cash bar.

Marquette Senior Center is hosting free events for seniors throughout April, including a bingo game at 1 p.m. on April 1, pharmacy office hours, a rock climbing event, and an advanced directives workshop in partnership with Lake Superior Healthcare & Hospice.

Marquette United Way is hosting two free egg hunts for families.

The city-wide hunt began Monday and offers prize baskets from local businesses, while the children’s hunt at Presque Isle will start at 11 a.m. Saturday with 7000 candy-filled eggs hidden + the events welcome participants of all ages.

Ever Esta’s Dress Shop is remembered as a cherished local business that sold elegant Easter bonnets and hats 1959-1978.

Founder Everesta Steele moved the shop to 727 N. Third Street in 1968, helping shape Marquette’s spring traditions and community spirit.

Marquette Regional History Center (MRHC) received a $20K grant from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council to support its mission of teaching local history.

The funding will help with field trips, bus tours, and staffing.

The Soo Locks opened for the season on Wednesday, but nearly 20 vessels remain stuck as ice blocks passage, causing delays that may affect trade for weeks.

Shipping officials say reduced icebreaking services have left ship traffic at a standstill.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced today that more than 153,000 Michigan students received over $558.9 million in state financial aid during the 2024-2025 academic year, marking a 30.4% increase over the previous year.

MiLEAP has introduced an upgraded MiSSG Student Portal to modernize the financial aid process for students and families.

MSU Extension is offering a free Zoom program called Adulting 101 for young adults; on April 13, the session will focus on how to prepare healthy meals on a budget, with upcoming topics on mental health, pet care, and used car purchases.

Officials in Negaunee Public Schools reported 13 snow days so far this year, with the district planning for more cancellations before month’s end + superintendent Andy Skewis drafted a letter to state lawmakers requesting extra waiver days.

The Michigan Supreme Court is reviewing if regulators safeguarded the Great Lakes when they approved Enbridge's plan to replace the aging Line 5 with a new pipeline in a tunnel under the lake bed.

The ruling is expected in coming months as environmental groups call for safer facilities.

The Michigan DNR updated its brush dumping guidelines today to require residents to take fallen trees, brush, and debris to designated dumping areas in their county or township to help prevent forest fires and limit invasive species (check local ordinances for burning restrictions).

AAA spokeswoman Adrienne Woodland warns spring break travelers to use caution on slippery roads and advises drivers to rotate tires and replace wipers for better traction.

Marquette County Sheriff Greg Zyburt adds that rain may create black ice and dangerous conditions during National Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

The Michigan House passed a bill to ban kratom today, which prohibits sale and distribution (aimed at curbing overdose risks); the measure now heads to the Senate where lawmakers plan to meet with local business owners and users to review its impact.

Representative Cam Cavitt introduced the bill.

Young Artist Concerto Competition and Beethoven's 5th Symphony

7:30 p.m. — Louis G. Kaufman Auditorium — Experience the talents of our Youth Concerto Competition Winner and immerse yourself in Beethoven's iconic Symphony No. 5.

NMU Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble Concert

7:30 p.m. — NMU Reynolds Recital Hall — Cost information not provided — Experience an evening of exceptional musical performances from talented ensembles.

Mason Jennings Concert

7-11 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of live music from Mason Jennings in a relaxed brewery setting.

Null Pneuma EP Release Show

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 entry — Celebrate the debut EP of Marquette's own Null Pneuma with an electrifying night of live music featuring Bimbo and The God Eaters.