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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UPAWS in Sands Township is at capacity because a surge in homeless pets, including nine sled dogs taken in after their owner's death, has filled available space. The shelter needs donations and volunteers (especially dog walkers) until legal custody questions are resolved. WZMQ 19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the Central UP Small Business Support Hub celebrated its first anniversary at Ore Dock Brewing Co. in Marquette—helping over 500 small businesses with more than $214,000 in grants and support across seven counties. Upper Michigan's Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marquette will host the 31st OutBack Art Fair this weekend at Shiras Park, where about 100 local artists will display paintings, wood sculptures, and jewelry. Organizer Cindy Engle said the fair will offer artists a chance to earn money and connect with local buyers — a feature that distinguishes the event. Upper Michigan's Source
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, a North American steel company reported Q2 earnings that showed $4.9 billion in revenue—with a $300 million increase over Q1—but an adjusted net loss of $247 million; CEO Lourenco Goncalves said strong improvements in pricing, costs, and sales volumes set the stage for a better second half. Upper Michigan's Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Citizens for a Safe & Clean Lake Superior collected used disposable vapes at Presque Isle Park to stop harmful waste from reaching landfills and waterways. Director Jane Fitkin said locals can drop off their vapes at Kenny’s Corner Store—on Hewitt and Fourth St.—while her group will add more drop-off spots and soon accept cannabis vapes. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy is reviewing Enbridge Energy's permit application for the Line 5 tunnel project. The department is accepting public comments online until Aug. 29 and will host two virtual meetings on Aug. 12 (informational) and Aug. 19 (hearing). Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WNMU faces a $2.2 million funding cut—34% of its operating budget—after Congress approved a plan to reduce CPB funds, and general manager Patrick Lakenen said the station will seek alternative funding while continuing to offer high-quality programming. The station is reaching out to lawmakers to restore as much funding as possible. Upper Michigan's Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Hurley Field in south Marquette (Friday night), the Marquette Oldtimers played a doubleheader where Gwinn won 8-6 and Negaunee clinched a 5-4 victory, giving Negaunee a 29-28 advantage in the all-time series. The Mining Journal
- ➤ The Queen City Half Marathon and Breakwater 5K will return to Marquette this Saturday with courses running through town and a finish celebration at Ore Dock Brewing Company. Registration is open now and on race day (the 5K will start at 8 a.m. and the half marathon five minutes later) as local runners join the fifth-year event. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Tennis pro Josh Kitto will lead a youth pickleball clinic for boys and girls aged 11—14 at the Sands Township tennis courts on Thursday, July 31 and Friday, Aug. 1. The camp runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day and costs $65. The Mining Journal
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Queen City Half Marathon and 5K
8:00 – 11:45 AM — Queen City Running Co. — Check website for registration fees — Experience a fast and scenic course in the charming city of Marquette.
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Sip & Stretch Yoga Session
10-11 a.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $15 includes first beverage — Unwind with yoga while sipping your favorite brew in the Biergarten.
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The Boston Imposters Concert on the Steps
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Peter White Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a night of acoustic folk music with husband-wife duo The Boston Imposters.
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Donut Dash 5k
10 AM — Provisions MQT — Registration fee applies — Participate in a fun run supporting local community initiatives with a sweet twist.
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Chanteymen & Windmill Music Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 — Get ready to have your socks rocked right off with live music from Chanteymen and Windmill Music.
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3rd Annual Marquette County Fair Fun Run
2-3:30 p.m. — 715 M-553, Gwinn, MI — Registration fee applies — Participate in a spirited run to celebrate community and health at the Marquette County Fair.
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HarborFest
All day — Ellwood A Mattson Lower Harbor Park — Free admission — Celebrate the end of summer with family fun, tasty food, and live music while supporting local charities.
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~ Heraclitus
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