Good morning, Marquette.

The Wednesday Night Market on West Washington Street runs through August from 5 to 8 p.m. and offers local vendors like Superior Outdoor a chance to connect with shoppers — Kyle Pearson says in-person feedback makes a big difference compared to online sales.

The U.P. Card Show is hosting its inaugural event Saturday at the Mather Inn from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. entry is free — attendees can buy, trade, and sell cards and visit 20 vendors offering cards from sports, Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more.

Marquette-Alger RESA introduced new Career and Technical Education programs on July 29 that let students explore careers in Artificial Intelligence+engineering, aviation and Driver's Education.

Families can get details directly from the organization.

Approximately 120 U.P. homes are undergoing energy-saving renovations through EGLE rebates that cover upgrades like mini-split heat pumps and modern water heaters.

Homeowners on fixed incomes are encouraged to apply through the EGLE website.

Au Train resident Emily Molnar received a new AC unit, water heater, and electrical panel through the Michigan Home Energy Rebates program (started April 2025 to aid low and moderate income households statewide).

The program has enrolled 400 UP households and work may take up to a year.

Crews began painting centerlines on the multi-use path along Lakeshore Drive from Pine Street to Front Street+US-41 following a safety recommendation from the e-bike task force; the work will finish by week's end and users should take note of traffic control devices.

New police officers trained at the NMU Regional Police Academy on Wednesday in Marquette as part of a 15-week course focused on handling wet and icy road conditions.

The training included a skid car demonstration to help officers learn defensive driving.

Senya’s Lighthouse is a nonprofit that helps local families facing pediatric cancer by providing details on treatment locations, financial aid, and community events (Erica Smith founded the organization after her daughter was diagnosed with leukemia and now leads support efforts in the U.P.).

In Bark River, Off-Road Rumble will celebrate its 50th anniversary from Aug.

14 to 16 with fan-focused events including live bands, fireworks, and family activities, while pro drivers begin practice runs ahead of nearly 15,000 expected spectators at the historic track.