Good morning, Marquette.

On Monday, Apr. 6, students learned beadwork history and technique from Peter Michael Shelafoe (Thunder Bird) at Jamrich as he explained the craft’s cultural roots.

A free powwow is on Apr. 25 behind the casino and a Tuesday beading event starts at 5 p.m. at Harvey’s community center.

Lily Dixon, a Marquette Senior High graduate studying at Michigan State, is a finalist for the Truman Scholarship — a national award offering $30,000 for graduate studies — and she will learn the results later this month.

NMU Biology students prepared for the annual Blue Spotted Salamander Migration by training about 200 volunteers and launching a citizen science project with EarthRanger mobile technology, with the migration beginning early April at NMU.

Northern Michigan University held the NextCycle Workshop Thursday afternoon — a state event where recycling professionals discussed growth in food waste composting and battery disposal trends to boost the circular economy.

Citizens for a Safe & Clean Lake Superior expanded its Wetland Protection Cash Incentive program by offering $1,500 per easement to eligible landowners in Marquette County today.

The program works with Superior Watershed Partnership (and Land Conservancy) to verify wetlands and draft conservation easements.

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is running its Septic Replacement Loan Program to help homeowners replace systems; program manager Anne Mitchell said a replacement can cost up to $30,000 while the 10-year loan offers interest rates of 1% for lower income + 6% for higher income borrowers.

UP Health System Marquette offers the Intracept procedure, a minimally invasive nerve ablation treatment for lower back pain that worsens with bending or sitting.

Eligible patients can schedule a clinic consultation to see if this hour-long procedure is right for them + it has been performed locally for three years.

Health care experts and local representatives met at a town hall in Marquette Township this evening to discuss challenges facing rural communities amid rising costs and limited access.

Anna Rink and Representative Ranjeev Puri stressed the need for improved Medicaid reimbursement to support local services.

Demolition of the condemned former Northern Hydroponics building at 401 W.

Washington began this week to clear the way for a multi-story redevelopment featuring 11 workforce housing units, retail space, and indoor parking downtown — backed by a state loan and grant.

NMU’s lacrosse star Josie Lakosky earned conference and national honors after scoring 11-point in a 16-7 win at the Superior Dome on Saturday.

She will play in two final home games on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. and Sunday at noon against strong opponents.

Gwinn Gus Macker tournament registration is open until April 27 for a 3-on-3 basketball event at Gwinn High School.

The event features a pre-registration ceremony on May 15 & games on May 16 and 17 to support the Special Olympics and local sports teams.

Westwood senior Ethan Marta was named to the Division 3 All-State First Team and earned Mr. U.P.

Basketball last week, becoming an ambassador for local sports as part of a 28-player honor list with top stats (28 ppg and record career scoring).

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.

Mother's Day Craft Show

5 PM – 4 PM — Superior Dome — Free entry — Celebrate Mother's Day with unique handmade crafts from talented local artisans.