Good morning, Marquette.

The Marquette County Fair has returned for its 35th year in Gwinn with three days of livestock shows, live entertainment, food and family-friendly activities.

A brand-new clubhouse opened Thursday morning—funded by state grants and local contributions—and will host archery events, a talent show and a cooking competition.

The Forsyth Township Public Library will host a fundraiser on Saturday at Peter Nordeen Park in Gwinn from noon to 3 p.m. Families can enjoy a used book sale, a brat and hot dog lunch, music by Big Lake Acoustic, and free ice cream provided by local grants — if it rains, the event will move inside the library.

The Marquette County Fair opened Thursday at the fairgrounds, kicking off a three-day festival where children prepared their animals for contests and events.

The fair will feature a new clubhouse funded by MDARD and the Ray and Peg Hirvonen Foundation— hosting archery and food competitions with events continuing through Saturday at 10 a.m.

UP Arts and Culture Alliance has opened the GIG Fund Grant application for communities to use grants up to $15,000—the deadline for applications is Sept.

15. Executive Director Phillip Rice said the group will also host a grant writing webinar next Wednesday.

Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority collected hazardous waste from residents on Thursday at the county landfill, including old paint cans, batteries, and household chemicals as part of an effort to protect the environment.

The agency will host another collection on Sept. 11 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Limestone Financial Credit Union warned that a text scam is sending messages that falsely report suspicious debit activity — recipients are asked to confirm transactions, risking exposure of account details.

The credit union said even non-members may receive these texts and urged anyone who gets them to report the message immediately — no personal banking details will ever be requested via text.

Marquette City Commission held a special all-day meeting Thursday to review the preliminary 2026 fiscal year budget and discuss fund management and revenue challenges—officials said final budget adoption is scheduled by September 30.

A public hearing is set for September 29 to gather community input on fiscal plans.

Kids with Type 1 diabetes are having fun today at Camp UPeninsulin on Clear Lake where they play games and enjoy activities while managing their blood sugar.

The camp—supported by ongoing fundraising—has given campers like 11-year-old Penelope Johnson and 14-year-old Lyrik Rautanen a chance to forget about their disease even for a week.

UPHS-Portage has launched the Special Delivery Bracelet Program — an initiative that gives new mothers optional bracelets to alert emergency workers to signs of postpartum complications — and UPHS-Marquette and UPHS-Bell have also begun using the program.

Patients are informed of key symptoms so they can seek help if needed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Adrian and Meredith Live Performance

8 PM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 — Experience gritty vocals and fiery fiddling in a night of eclectic music.

Pigeon Hill Tap Night

6-9 p.m. — Stucko's Pub & Grill — Cost unknown — Celebrate great beer from Pigeon Hill Brewing while enjoying good company.

Live Music Night with Babe Report, 44Acres, and Bimbo

8-11 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $5 Cover — Experience a vibrant music night featuring local bands in a beloved brewery setting.