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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peanut, a rescue dog who saved a three-year-old girl in 2017, died at age 9 from Evans syndrome—she had been a loyal friend to the Frisks in Rapid River. She was rescued from abuse at Delta Animal Shelter—her life reminds us to value shelter pets. The Mining Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday night, a plane made an emergency landing on M-28 near Star Siding Road after its engine blew mid-flight—no injuries were reported as Michigan State Police, Alger County Sheriff’s Office, and Munising Fire Department responded and the aircraft was towed to Hanley Field Airport in Wetmore. The Mining Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Music rang in Allouez on Sunday at Farm Block Fest—an annual camping and music event celebrating its 17th year while raising funds for the Dan Schmitt Gift of Music Foundation, which will provide free music lessons to youth. The festival featured 25 artists across various genres and also offered workshops on woodcarving and gardening. Upper Michigan's Source
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, about 160 people ran and walked in the second Annual Donut Dash in Marquette to raise money for first responder mental health; funds raised will help cover costs such as copays and transport to treatment. The event also recognized teams of first responders with awards. Upper Michigan's Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Spectators and athletes gathered at Tourist Park in Marquette this past weekend for the U.S. National Guts Frisbee Tournament in which 22 teams from the U.P., lower Michigan, and Wisconsin competed. Team Monte Carlo, including Tyler Turcotte (from Hancock), won a match in the loser's bracket and will continue playing in the tournament. Upper Michigan's Source
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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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Sip & Stretch Yoga
10-11 a.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $15 includes first beverage — Unwind with refreshing yoga and a brew in a vibrant setting.
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Adrian and Meredith Live Performance
8 PM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 — Experience gritty vocals and fiery fiddling in a night of eclectic music.
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