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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Marquette Harbor Rotary’s HarborFest will be held next weekend at Mattson Lower Harbor Park and feature musical acts — from classical to classic rock. The fundraiser — which supports local county programs with grants — will benefit community groups. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ On Saturday, the annual Backpack S.O.S drive will run from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Silver Creek Church’s parking lot—children can pick a backpack with school supplies and a voucher for three free outfits valid until the end of school year. WZMQ 19
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wednesday's Marquette Farmers Market offered strong support for small start-ups as vendors like Alec Houston of Cutthroat Kids Apparel and Shantina Hatfield of Cedar Lane Design reported increased foot traffic—boosting brand awareness and steady cash flow. The market closes at the end of August. WZMQ 19
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The U.P. State Fair’s Miracle of Life Pavilion shows newborn lambs, calves, chicks, and ducks, with twin calves born around 12 a.m. on Tuesday. Staff care for eggs awaiting hatching and feed the animals—visitors can watch these events near the livestock barns. WZMQ 19
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials and local leaders toured a housing project on Baraga Avenue on Wednesday to see how MSHDA funding is creating walkable new homes in Marquette. The tour will guide future adjustments to state housing programs—ensuring funds match local needs. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Local partners met Wednesday at UPAWS in Sands Township to learn about pet disaster planning for emergency situations. MSU Extension led an exercise where groups practiced using local resources—like animal control and shelters—to support pets during crises. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Department of Natural Resources will offer free rides on the ORV trails this weekend to encourage local riders to try the trail system and learn about a new passport program + Marquette County Sheriff Greg Zyburt warned riders to slow down since speeding often causes accidents. Upper Michigan's Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 17th Annual Marquette Trail 50 will take place this Saturday with runners starting the full 50k and 50-mile races at 5:30 a.m. from the Forestville Trailhead—50k runners have a 12-hour limit and 50-mile runners a 15-hour limit as they run along the North Country Trail and up four local peaks, while Friday night includes a Catch the Cat 5k and a kids one-mile race with proceeds supporting local running groups. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ This Saturday, anyone of any age can try ski jumping at Ishpeming Ski Hill Complex from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.—ski equipment is provided and attendees are advised to wear gloves, long-sleeve shirts, and sweatpants. Upper Michigan's Source
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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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