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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Brookridge Heights partnered with Anchor Church to donate eight boxes of clothes gathered from residents, staff, and their families to people in need through the Open Drawer program (part of its Making Memories Campaign) (designed to strengthen community ties). Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Marquette City Band officials said on April 23rd that they raised funds to build a new Peg Hirvonen Bandshell at Presque Isle Park because the old one was unsafe; a donation from the Ray + Peg Hirvonen Foundation started the project and more support will be needed through the band's website. Sunny 101.9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NMU's Spring Commencement will start at 10:30 a.m. May 3 at the Superior Dome with 1,250 graduating students and 1,050 walking—NMU Chief Marketing Officer Derek Hall stated. Former student Leah Hocking will serve as keynote while student Rosalva Brito will speak, and the event will be streamed online and on WNMU-TV—details shared during Wildcat Wednesday. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ About 1,000 high school students from over 20 U.P. schools attended NMU Career Day at NMU’s Northern Center on Wednesday to learn about different careers. NMU Admissions Assistant Director Jon Teichman said the event featured 75 booths offering discussions on academic programs to skilled trades — boosting early career awareness. Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has awarded 21 Rural Development Fund Grants totaling $1.8 million, with more than half the funds directed at U.P. projects including Partridge Creek Farm, which received $100,000 to add a hoop house and improve drainage—over 10 other projects will benefit from upgrades to solar paneling, water safety, food distribution, and sewer repairs. WZMQ 19
- ➤ National Drug Take Back Day will let residents drop off expired prescription pills at local law enforcement offices from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, and volunteer Rich Johnson & Lt. Ben Eckola explained the drop-off locations during a local radio interview. Sunny 101.9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On April 23, Megan Mathieu, a physical therapist at Active Physical Therapy’s Ishpeming location, explained during Mark and Walt in the Morning that Parkinson’s Awareness Month is important because the U.P. shows high rates of the disease and early treatment can help slow decline. She also provided local resources for patients seeking treatment and further information. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ Michigan health officials urge parents during National Infant Immunization Week to ensure toddlers receive all needed vaccines as measles cases continue rising across the nation—Michigan recently reported new cases and only 57% of toddlers are fully vaccinated. Parents should contact their health care providers to schedule the necessary immunizations. The Mining Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NMU's Athletic Department has announced youth sports performance camps at the Superior Dome for children from kindergarten through middle school running from June 16 to Aug. 7. Strength & conditioning coaches Jenna Bruttomesso and Alex Morse will lead sessions for different age groups while registration is available on the NMU Ticketing website for $200 per camp. The Mining Journal
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New Nostalgia Concert
9 p.m. – 11:59 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 General Admission, $5 Students — Experience a unique fusion of jazz and rock with New Nostalgia's dynamic nonet.
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Back in the Building - Almost Elvis!
6-11:30 p.m. — Elks Lodge — Affordable tickets — Rock the night away with Almost Elvis performing timeless hits of the King.
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Gwinn Modeltown Market Season Kick Off with The Make Believe Spurs
4-8 p.m. — Gwinn Inn — Free entry — Enjoy live music from The Make Believe Spurs who blend intimate harmonies with electric performances inspired by iconic artists.
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Dead Carp 20K Run and 5K Run/Walk
6:00 PM – 12:30 PM — Drífa Brewing Company — Check event site for entry fees — Test your endurance on a scenic springtime course with a community vibe.
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UP Pro Wrestling: Marquette Mania 3
7 p.m. — Marquette Lakeview Arena — Tickets available — Experience thrilling matches with stars like Parker Boudeaux and Sinn Bodhi for a great cause.
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Sip & Stretch Yoga
7-9 PM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $15 includes first beverage — Unwind with a refreshing yoga session while enjoying your favorite brew in a community-driven atmosphere.
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Lasers on the Ore Dock
7-9 p.m. — Ellwood A Mattson Lower Harbor Park — Free entry — Experience a mesmerizing laser display illuminating the Ore Dock after sunset.
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Marbin Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — Ticket info not provided — Immerse yourself in the dynamic jazz-rock sounds of Marbin, a Chicago-based band with a captivating story.
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