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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last Wednesday, 75 veterans and their guardians took off from Delta County Airport on U.P. Honor Flight Mission XXV to tour Washington, D.C.'s war memorials—visiting monuments from World War II to Vietnam—before returning to the Van Rooy Hangar in Escanaba. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Marquette resident Anna Abdo honored her late father, Vietnam veteran + Rev. Micheal Laakko, by carrying a large portrait of him to memorials during U.P. Honor Flight Mission XXV in Washington, D.C. on May 7th after he passed away on April 11th, and she said he always looked forward to honoring his wartime comrades and supporting the community. Upper Michigan's Source
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Carmen Frank, the U.P. Michigan Works Business Services Specialist, appeared on TV6 Wednesday morning to explain how local businesses benefited from training services — including on-the-job training and the Incumbent Worker Training Program. She said these services help new and current employees build essential skills. Upper Michigan's Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A trooper saw a white man riding a black racing ATV in Ishpeming at about 5:40 p.m. May 9 who sped away when dirt and rocks flew up and police now ask the public for information (the man wore a black shirt and a blue motocross-style helmet without goggles). Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ A Negaunee High School senior, 18-year-old Carsen Belanger, was arrested on April 17 in a school parking lot and is charged with eight felonies after he is accused of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman last July & his preliminary exam is scheduled for May 28 at 9:30 a.m. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State authorities found that Marquette Area Public Schools need $100 million in improvements for their 750,000 square feet of facilities — some of which are 30 years old. Superintendent Zack Sedgwick said the district will propose a bond for extra funding with a finalized plan by May 2026 — the district currently levies less than 1.5 mills on property tax and will only ask taxpayers for needed funds. Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forsyth Township EMS will host an open house on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.—the event will highlight EMS crews, equipment from local departments, and community-donated gifts to thank first responders. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Christine Stryker will leave her job as chief nursing officer and chief operating officer at UP Health System—Marquette to become chief nursing officer at Conemaugh Health System; her last day is Friday, May 23. Meg McConnell, who has served as assistant CNO since 2023, has been named as the new chief nursing officer to ensure a smooth transition. The Mining Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Four inductees into the Marquette County Bowling Hall of Fame were honored on May 3 at River Rock Lanes in Ishpeming—Donna Sandberg, Clay Sandberg, Heather Brochu and Steve DeBakker, with Clay Sandberg recognized for managing local bowling centers since the 1970s while his family has long served the sport. The Mining Journal
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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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Great Lakes Rodeo
All day — Johnson Lake Rd — Fees may apply — Experience a thrilling weekend of rodeo fun for the whole family.
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Fishboil Fundraiser 2025
5-10 p.m. — Lake Superior Theater — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Experience the unique flavors of a Fish Boil dinner while supporting community programs with a lively auction.
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