Good morning, Marquette.

The Incredible Bank 'Hope Starts Here Challenge' will take place this Saturday at 8:00 a.m. at the Superior Dome to raise funds for the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center at NMU, featuring races like a half marathon, 5K, 10K, and 31K plus a leisure walk with events for kids.

Marquette’s Wednesday Market started this week with over 45 vendors offering shopping, eating (and live music), and the event will run every Wednesday until Aug.

26.

Munising's Pictured Rocks Days, a free two-day festival in partnership with Pictured Rocks Cruises and the Alger County Chamber of Commerce, offers live music, food, and more than 50 vendor booths.

The event runs Friday from 3-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., expecting nearly 9,000 visitors.

The League of Women Voters of Marquette County honored Brian Prill of Marquette Alternative High School with the Making Democracy Work Award today for his dedication to teaching civic engagement and guiding students in community projects (including a solar power installation).

UP Children's Museum is launching a summer program in July and August for up to 25 students — sessions run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and each Friday features a theme showcase starting with Mad Scientist Week.

Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College joined 23 other schools in the Michigan College Credit for Apprenticeships Program, which awards college credit for on-the-job training + boosting career growth for skilled workers+, LEO said in a Wednesday afternoon release.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is offering free access to state trails, waterways and parks for Three Free Weekend on Saturday and Sunday.

Ron Yesney said the weekend allows fishing and ORV trail use without a license — a chance for residents to explore Michigan's outdoors without a fee.

MDHHS data showed that Michigan overdose deaths declined 47% from 2021 levels, with fewer than 1,800 deaths expected in 2025 compared with 3,096 in 2021 even in the U.P.

Officials credited a comprehensive strategy focused on prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and recovery — though risks of drug use remain.

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.

Gwinn 4th of July Celebration

Fireworks July 4 — Peter Nordeen Park — Celebrate our 250th with festivities and a parade.

Youth Sailing Lessons 2026

10 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. or 2 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. — Marquette Yacht Club — $225 per week — Learn to sail or improve your skills with fun lessons for kids ages 8-17.

Marquette Farmers Market

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Marquette Commons — Free entry — Discover vibrant native plants while supporting local vendors at this enchanting market.