Good morning, Marquette.

TV6 is experiencing over-the-air signal issues as a microwave link from the TV6 studio in Negaunee Township to the transmitter south of Ishpeming is dropping the signal — engineers are working on a temporary fix and planning a permanent solution.

The Salvation Army provides food assistance amid rising costs.

Its pantry is open (Mon and Thu 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and a daily lunch program runs, while local schools will offer free breakfast and lunch for children from June 22 at the high school.

Local performance artists can apply to showcase new work at Fall Fringe Fest at Marquette Commons and downtown venues.

The event is set for Oct. 23-24 and will offer diverse art with accessible ticket prices.

Environmental groups filed an objection to the Silver Branch Vegetation Management Project in the Western UP, saying a better study of its impacts from clearcutting a 200 square mile section of the Ottawa National Forest is needed before proceeding and they expect the U.S. Forest Service to respond within six weeks.

The U.S. Forest Service reported small fires along Forest Highway 13 in Hiawatha National Forest, and local, state & federal responders are working to contain the wildfire with water aircraft assisting after another smoke report from the Stonington Peninsula.

Marquette City Planning Commission approved Blackrocks Brewery’s land use application for a new outdoor dining and social space designed for summer food truck events — the project will be completed in a few weeks while co-owner Andy Langlois vows to keep noise levels manageable.

Social Security is set to be discussed at a community forum this Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette, where Martin O'Malley and Callie Barr will explain potential benefit reductions if Congress does not act.

County Road 456 in Skandia Township is closed until further notice due to a culvert failure.

The Marquette County Road Commission said the road (located 1/4 mile west of US-41) is unsafe.

Marquette County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution today urging state lawmakers to refine rural definitions and create a consultation caucus for protecting behavioral health services.

The measure now heads to budget talks & may direct fair funding to rural providers.

Upper Peninsula Health Plan launched its Healthy Kids, Healthy Futures campaign on June 2 in Marquette to promote annual well-care visits for children, teens, and young adults.

Clinical Coordinator Chelsea Ely explained that regular check-ups encourage early healthy habits and support developmental tracking for ages birth to 21.

At Island Resort Golf Media Day on Tuesday, June 2, attendees learned about local sports developments.

Earlier, Marquette Boys + Negaunee Girls secured the UP Division One Track and Field title, highlighting strong community talent.

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.