Good morning, Marquette.

Marquette’s Parks and Rec Department cleaned up Tourist Park and Presque Isle Park after a winter of major storms; crews removed downed trees from May 15 until May 21 so the parks are ready for summer use.

The Rotary Club held its 33rd Annual golf outing today with nearly 150 participants raising about $30,000 for nonprofits such as YMCA + Big Bay Health Camp + Feeding America.

President-elect Steve Powers said local sponsors and donor support have helped the fundraiser grow over decades.

Several local and U.P. organizations met at NMU Jacobetti Complex for an Outdoor Summit to discuss managing crowded state parks + improving public access.

The summit conversation will continue today at 8 a.m.

Records in the Sky show is happening today and will run through Sunday at the Sky Room (the top floor of the Landmark Inn on Front Street) featuring thousands of vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and VHS videotapes.

Marquette-Alger RESA Director Lyndsay Carey said free pre-K programs have led to a 475% enrollment increase in the last five years, helping families save money and preparing children for kindergarten.

Families can apply now for the upcoming school year on the MARESA website (transportation and care options available).

Negaunee High School announced its scholarship recipients for the Class of 2026, listing awards such as the Saima Kuivila Salutatorian Scholarship and several others from local entities (including the Negaunee Area Community Fund and Rotary Club of Ishpeming).

The list highlights new education opportunities for graduating seniors.

North Jackson Company (a science and engineering firm) named three Negaunee High School graduates as scholarship recipients, awarding $500 to support college plans; Rheana Nelson will study nursing at NMU, Riley Lovern will study aerospace engineering at Michigan Tech, and Mialie Arbelius will pursue electrical engineering at U of Michigan.

A recount performed today by the Marquette County Board of Canvassers confirmed that every ballot from May 5 matched the reported count for the MAPS 60 million-dollar bond proposal.

Officials say the results uphold election integrity, though Superintendent Sedgwick noted the recount may delay financing for future tax levies.

Spex, a new optometrist office, cut its ceremonial ribbon Thursday afternoon at 407 S Lakeshore Blvd Suite B, offering inclusive eye care by Dr. Anna Krause (a veteran from Metro Detroit).

Opened in early April, the office accepts any insurance.

RX Kids, the first community-wide prenatal and infant cash program, expanded across the U.P. earlier this year to give expecting mothers $1,500 during pregnancy and $500 monthly for six months to help with essential costs, awarding over $3 million to families and planning expansion to Ohio & Oregon this year.

On Thursday, May 28, Kristy Kerkala of Ishpeming Active Clinic explained on Mark & Walt in the Morning how dry needling aids muscle recovery and differs from acupuncture.

The technique may benefit many patients seeking improved physical therapy.

Marquette’s Sentinels won their third consecutive U.P. title at the MHSAA Division 1 boys golf finals at Sweetgrass Golf Club near Harris on Wednesday by finishing with a 295—nearly 20 strokes ahead of runner-up Escanaba.

Junior Seve Swanson earned medalist honors with a score of 70.

Bee Positive & Plant Sale

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Moosewood Nature Center — RSVP required — Discover bee habitat and shop for native plants to support local wildlife.

Lasers on the Ore Dock

10:15 PM - 12:15 AM — Lower Harbor Ore Dock — Free entry — Experience a breathtaking laser display illuminating the night sky over Lake Superior.

69th Annual Kiwanis Chicken Barbeque

11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Marquette Lakeview Arena — Drive-Thru only — Enjoy half a chicken meal and support local community projects.

K-Pop Golden Show

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Marquette Lakeview Arena — Family-friendly fun — Dance to the latest K-Pop hits and enjoy unexpected performances.