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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. The Mining Journal
- ➤ 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. WZMQ 19
- ➤ 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. The Mining Journal
- ➤ 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. The Mining Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ 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. The Mining Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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). Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ 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. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Upper Michigan's Source
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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