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Thursday, July 24th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Marquette will host the Blueberry Festival on July 25, marking 26 years with around 8,000 visitors expected and running from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.—planned street closures from West Washington to West Baraga will direct traffic via Baraga Avenue, Third Street, and Bluff Street. Vendors from across the region will supply fresh blueberries to offset local harvest delays—organizers advise pet owners to keep animals safe during the event. WZMQ 19
- ➤ Feeding America West Michigan's mobile food pantry will distribute food at noon Eastern time Wednesday outside Building 604 at the corner of Avenue C and Third Street in KI Sawyer. Volunteers will check identification when someone picks up food for another family — each person can get food for up to six households. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Little Bellas is a noncompetitive organization for girls ages 7 to 18 in Marquette County—program lead Elizabeth Sabin said there are three spots left for this season. Upper Michigan's Source
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ishpeming cookie store Doozers hired two summer employees through the Michigan Rehabilitation Services Job Help program to work on cookie tasks like scooping dough and decorating cookies. Co-owner Claire Morgan-Heredia said the program builds skill and confidence—preparing workers for future job opportunities while decorated cookies will be featured at Marquette’s Blueberry Festival Friday. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Camp Infinity is back at NMU this week (teaching computer science and coding to fifth and sixth grade girls) in a weeklong camp with hands-on sessions like programming robots and designing websites. Organizer Loretta Yakima said the camp will help girls learn new skills (boosting interest in tech jobs) and will continue in several locations across the state this summer. WZMQ 19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On July 23, Marquette County clerks tested voting machines using sample ballots to meet state rules—confirming each machine’s accuracy—and inviting voters to attend public tests ahead of upcoming elections. WZMQ 19
- ➤ Dr. Nerita Hughes, president of Bay de Noc Community College and JG Consulting, was appointed to the Michigan Workforce Development Board by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on July 10 to represent the Upper Peninsula. Her first board meeting is set for Sept 22—she will work to improve workforce development for community colleges across the state. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Michigan State Police Negaunee Regional Dispatch Center held a first responder blood drive where anyone could donate at the U.P. Health System Regional Blood Center in Marquette — aiming to address a critical need for all blood types. Emergency dispatcher Kristi Carello organized the event and said each donation helps save lives — a measure to support local patients and responders. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ A blood drive for first responders was held yesterday at the U.P. Regional Blood Center where multiple dispatch levels in Marquette gave blood to help meet the region’s need—Emergency Dispatcher Kristi Carello noted that local businesses like Ore Dock Brewery, Donkers, and Lake Superior Smoke House provided raffle prizes to thank donors. WZMQ 19
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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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Wildcat Gold Release & NMU Alumni Happy Hour
8:30-10:30 p.m. — Blackrocks Brewery — Cost information not provided — Celebrate the yearly release of a collaborative lager while supporting NMU students' outdoor recreation access.
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