Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
Good morning, Marquette.
Eagle Mine is asking local residents to take an anonymous survey that will help improve its work on environmental impacts and community support — the survey will run from June 2 to Aug.
1 and each response adds a $5 donation for a local non-profit.
Peter White Public Library will host local angler and professor Tim Schulz for a presentation of his book A Cast Away in Montana on June 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in collaboration with the Library of Michigan, and his talk will include reading excerpts and a question-and-answer session.
Burt Township School sophomore William Paul secured a $10,673 grant from the Michigan DNR to improve the deer habitat in his school forest.
The funds will cover tree planting, fencing — and other upgrades on 600 acres to help raise low deer numbers in the region.
City staff in Marquette are working with Waste Management to pick up trash missed in some neighborhoods this week—collection is set for Monday, June 2.
Residents with missed pickups must place items curbside so they can be collected.
At the Mackinac Policy Conference, state leaders announced the statewide rollout of the Michigan Home Energy Rebates Program that can offer up to $34,000 in rebates to help households save on utility bills — especially for low and moderate income families.
The program builds on a successful pilot in Marquette and Holland and will connect households with approved contractors for needed energy upgrades.
Officials report a second measles case in the Upper Peninsula—this case is located in Ontonagon and the patient is from Marquette County where the first case was reported earlier this week.
The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department said the investigation continues with little new information released.
The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department confirmed a measles case in a Marquette county resident visiting family in Ontonagon county, making it the second case in the region.
Marquette county public health director (Dr. Robert van Howe) said the disease can linger in the air for up to 2 hours and urged residents to get vaccinated and seek care if symptoms appear.
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.
Great Lakes Rodeo
All day — Johnson Lake Rd — Fees may apply — Experience a thrilling weekend of rodeo fun for the whole family.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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