Good morning, Marquette.

On Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m., the 7th annual Community Resource Fair will take place at Lakeview Arena, where over 80 local groups will offer free or lower-cost services such as health checks, haircuts, and driver license help & community meals.

Hosted by Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions and Upper Peninsula Health Plan, the event will provide residents with easy access to vital support and information.

Construction has started on the three-and-a-half-mile Silver Lead Creek Greenway and the revamp of Little Trout Lake Park in KI Sawyer to boost local recreation; the park is closed for safety and officials say trail work will finish by October 15 while full completion is expected by summer 2026 — the project is funded by a $997,000 state grant and additional support.

ISHPEMING — The West End Health Foundation and Marquette County Cares Coalition announced the 10th annual WEHF Golf Classic set for September 5 at Wawonowin Country Club, with all proceeds supporting youth health and development programs—registration closes August 15.

United Way of Marquette County & Texas Roadhouse are partnering on a Dine to Donate fundraiser on Friday, June 27 in Marquette; guests will receive a free pair of Bombas socks while supporting programs that deliver meals, provide emergency shelter & volunteer services.

Funds raised will help improve local community support.

Today the City of Marquette will host a public ribbon cutting ceremony for the Cultural Trail at the Whetstone Brook story marker from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m.—a community gathering will follow at Provisions Marquette from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and Tiina Morin will lead a guided tour from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. with stops at the Seven Grandfather Teachings Monument and the Father Marquette statue.

The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is hosting an Art Week reception Thursday from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sister City Room in the Peter White Public Library to share cross-cultural stories and display artistic items from Finland and Japan—featuring door prizes and Finnish and Japanese foods—adding a unique flavor to Art Week celebrations in Marquette.

A new endowment fund by the Community Foundation is helping keep the Noquemanon Trail Network in good shape + it will give a yearly grant for maintenance, conservation, and development projects.

Community donors set up the fund to protect trails for current and future generations.

Marquette Board of Light & Power is adding a second 69-kV power line (estimated cost $25M) along M-553 and County Road 480 to help keep power on; the work will be done this fall (providing a backup if lines fail).

Marquette will close the Third Street stretch between Washington Street and Spring Street on Friday from 4—10 p.m. for a motorcycle rally as the city sets up marked detours.

The Harley Owners Group will hold a police-led motorcycle procession beginning at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday that starts at the NMU Berry Event Center parking lot and follows a set route.

The Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation, Superior Health Foundation and Michigan Health Endowment Fund have opened applications for a grant program to improve care for older adults in the U.P.—nonprofits such as hospitals and universities can apply for a 12 or 24-month grant of up to $50,000 and must send a concept paper by 11:59 p.m. on July 11.

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.

Marquette Fireworks Show

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Ellwood A Mattson Lower Harbor Park — Free entry — Experience a spectacular fireworks display while enjoying the Marquette County Exchange Club's Food Fest.

Charlie Millard Album Launch Party

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 — Celebrate the release of Charlie Millard's new album with a night of music and fun.

JASNO Live Music Performance

8 p.m. — Superior Culture — Ticket info not specified — Experience the vibrant sounds of local band Jasno as they perform live in Marquette.