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Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Workers sprayed the roof at the Delta Animal Shelter in Wells Township on a sunny spring day to prepare it for a GoNano treatment that will add 10 years to its life. The discounted treatment—a nearly $10,000 donation from an Escanaba business—helps the nonprofit reduce future repair costs while keeping the animals safe. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Brett Lyons, a 52-year-old from Otsego, went missing after leaving a memorial service and was located on Sunday near Blind 35 in Powell Township along the Salmon Trout River; his friends last saw him at 1:30 p.m. and rescue teams found him by 7 p.m.—the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office urges everyone to use the buddy system and carry survival gear when outdoors. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ A free concert to benefit UP nonprofits is set for Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. Musicians including The Make Believe Spurs, Union Suits, The Knockabouts and Cold Spring will perform while donations help the Marquette Women’s Center — Friends of Pictured Rocks and local food banks, with a suggested contribution of $20 or a bag of nonperishable food items collected at the door. Upper Michigan's Source
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan drivers now pay $3.06 per gallon for regular gas, which is 15 cents less than last week and 59 cents lower than last year. New data shows that if lower demand and higher stock continue—trends that may lead to further price cuts—drivers can expect more savings at the pump. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marquette high schooler Avonlea Kuhlman will fly to Washington, D.C. this weekend to speak at Soapbox Nation on Sunday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. + She will address how social media and beauty standards affect young women at the summit organized by Mikva Challenge. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Monday night at Bowell Middle School the Marquette Area Public Schools Board voted to search for a project manager for a $100M infrastructure project—Superintendent Sedgwick explained that a state and internal study identified critical needs and the board is considering funding options including a potential millage ahead of a May 2026 election. Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NMU Board of Trustees appointed a Presidential Search Advisory Committee to help choose the new president by reviewing resumes, interviewing top candidates and selecting three to five unranked finalists for board review. Former trustee Tami Seavoy from Marquette will chair the committee while interim president Gavin Leach will take over on July 1. Upper Michigan's Source
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Petunia Pandemonium
7-10 a.m. — Gerber Collision & Glass — Free entry — Celebrate community beautification with floral fun and restoration efforts for Marquette.
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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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