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Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The U.P. Foster Closet of Delta County gives free essentials like clothing, bedding, and hygiene items to children in foster care and serves families in Delta County and nearby areas. President Jenny Tourangeau said the group became independent in 2018 and served up to 60 kids in its busiest month last August — a sign of growing need — and urged help for the increasing demand for foster parents. WZMQ 19
- ➤ The 68th Marquette Kiwanis Club Chicken Barbecue will take place on June 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Lakeview Arena with $18 tickets, and funds raised will support local nonprofits + the club seeks new members at its Thursday meetings at Big Boy at 7 a.m. Upper Michigan's Source
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Marquette City Fire Department determined the cause of a duplex fire at 107 and 109 Kaye Ave. on May 12 was discarded smoking materials—igniting grass by the southwest deck—and crews extinguished the flames by 4:15 p.m. with no injuries reported. The Mining Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The popular VanLandschoot & Sons food truck opened Saturday in Marquette—parked across from McCarty’s Cove on Lakeshore Boulevard. Head Chef Hunter Brown said the truck will soon offer an expanded menu—welcoming locals with its favorite family recipes. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Binary Crows—a Marquette high school robotics team—held a demonstration to boost interest in robotics and related careers while also placing in the top 10% out of 600 teams at the World Championship. WZMQ 19
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After Memorial Day, summer has arrived in the Upper Peninsula and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources warned residents to follow fire safety tips as conditions can change quickly; authorities advised proper campfire dousing and obtaining permits for debris burning (especially where local rules apply) to lower wildfire risks. The Mining Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Marquette is hosting pop up shops and workshops today and tomorrow for residents to share ideas on its Active Transportation Plan, which will improve roads for e-bikes and other micromobility devices. Deputy City Manager Sean Hobbins said the plan is partly funded by MDARD (70% match) with city funds covering the rest and will guide future street upgrades when reconstruction occurs. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Active Physical Therapy promoted pelvic treatment services for women during Women’s Health Month as physical therapists Rachel Skaw from Marquette and Kristin Eden from Ishpeming discussed the services on Mark — Walt in the Morning. They explained how their clinics treat pelvic conditions at both locations. Sunny 101.9
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Developers broke ground on May 1 for the Maple Ridge Condominiums project in Negaunee and set the foundation for 25 customizable homes—five have been sold with homes starting at $334,900. Wildflower Development and Wilbur Design and Construct will begin framing soon—aiming to complete the first home in September. Upper Michigan's Source
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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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The Bergonzi Trio
The Bergonzi Trio plays at Reynolds Recital Hall at 7:30 pm. Beautiful chamber music recital featuring Haydn, Tchaikovsky, and contemporary composer Jennifer Higdon.
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Brookridge Heights Car Show
1-3 p.m. — Brookridge Heights — Free food and beverages — Enjoy an afternoon filled with antique and classic cars alongside live entertainment.
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Marquette County Community Resource Fair
2-5 p.m. — Marquette Lakeview Arena — Free entry — Connect with local resources and services to support your everyday life.
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Family Health & Resource Fair
1-5 p.m. — Upper Great Lakes Sawyer Family Health Center — Free entry — Explore health activities, community resources, and enjoy a health & wellness garden grand opening.
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