Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Good morning, Marquette.
Seventy-five Vietnam veterans from UP, who visited Washington, D.C. to see war memorials, will return today at 8 p.m. at the Van Roy Hangar at Delta County Airport—doors open at 6:30 p.m.—after a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
The Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival will return to Marquette this July with a lineup that includes Tony Trischka, WhoDat Brass, and the Scottish band Breabach—tickets will go on sale starting Tuesday, May 20 at 9 a.m.
Young students from elementary schools across the county are displaying their paintings, drawings, collages, and sculptures in the Annual Children’s Exhibition at the DeVos Art Museum.
The gallery is open until May 24 and a reception is held May 22—from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
The Michigan House of Representatives passed two bills Tuesday that will let 13 U.P.
RICE generators operate until 2049—avoiding early shutdown under clean energy rules. The Senate now must approve the bills before they head to Governor Whitmer for review.
Michigan now mandates lead blood testing for children at 12 months, 24 months, or by 72 months if untested, with rules that went into effect late April to detect early lead exposure.
Health officials say the new law helps catch exposure before long-term problems develop — parents may opt out of the mandatory testing if they choose.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Petunia Pandemonium
7-10 a.m. — Gerber Collision & Glass — Free entry — Celebrate community beautification with floral fun and restoration efforts for Marquette.
Rock & Roll Prom Night
8-11 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 — Dress fancy, get dancey, and enjoy a night of rock and roll vibes.
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