Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of August.
Good morning, Marquette.
The 3rd annual CISM Donut Dash will be held tomorrow at 10:00 a.m. at the bike path near the corner of Baraga Avenue and Lakeshore Drive + it offers a 5K run as a fundraiser to support first responders.
Renovations have begun at the Negaunee Ice Arena after voters approved a millage in May.
The two-year project will replace the 20-year-old chilling unit by early September (locker room, lighting, and accessibility upgrades will start next year).
The 27th Blueberry Festival was held Friday at the intersection of Washington and Front Streets in Marquette, featuring live music from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and over 120 vendors selling unique blueberry foods + creative treats.
A benefit concert to support Trillium House is announced in Marquette, giving community members a chance to support a local cause.
Ticket details are available online (see the official announcement for more information).
Marquette’s Women’s Federated Clubhouse celebrated its 100th year with a silent movie night at West Ridge featuring live piano by local musician Robert Buckhoe, popcorn, a silent auction, and a legacy photo wall.
The centennial celebration continues today with high tea and an evening reception at the historic clubhouse.
Independent Senate candidate Sara Cambensy responded on Friday to complaints saying her petition signatures were defective and forged.
The Michigan Bureau of Elections will decide on Aug. 14 — her campaign says it collected 2,349 signatures, well above the 1,500 required.
The UP CityServe Health Fair is happening today at Mattson Lower Harbor Park and offers free medicines, food, dental and wellness supplies for local residents.
The event runs from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and features a live performance by singer Jon Micah Sumrall.
Negaunee beat Tri Cities, Nebraska 5+4 in its second game of the Central Region Junior Baseball Tournament on Jul.
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