Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
Good morning, Marquette.
Investigators are continuing the 25-year-old murder case of 24-year-old Erin Taylor whose body was found badly decomposed on Aug.
20 in Marquette Township — police say no suspect has been identified while her friend Bonnie Dowd calls for new tips.
Today, robotics students from across the Upper Peninsula display their ocean-themed robots at the state fair near the grandstand, where teams like Binary Crows 10589 and Deceivers 4392 have honed skills over six to seven weeks of work.
The students will demonstrate their designs at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m.—bringing hands-on learning and teamwork to fairgoers.
Marquette-Alger RESA is promoting the MI Tri-Share Child Care Program after Director Lyndsay Carey spoke on Mark — Walt in the Morning on August 15, saying Michigan employers will soon be invited to offer the benefit to help attract and retain workers.
Two new certified radon contractors in Au Train and Ishpeming boosted the region's service from three to five—67 percent more than last year.
Officials said the boost followed a radon mitigation training course held in Marquette last September and will help cover the area’s need for radon testing and mitigation.
The NMU Regional Police Academy graduated 20 new officers in Marquette on Friday—19 of them have already signed on to work with local police and sheriff’s offices.
The 16‑week course taught self-defense, driving and firearm use to prepare the recruits for service in the region.
At Hurley Library on Monday, Dan Peterson of GIVN Network watched head trainer Margaret Vainio demonstrate the Finnish exercise Asahi in a session focused on slow, muscle-building moves — designed to improve balance, breathing and muscle strength.
Peterson said the program will serve as a model for chronic disease prevention and that grant funding is being sought to expand it across Upper Michigan.
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.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
3-7 p.m. — Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority — Free drop-off — Safely dispose of hazardous waste and contribute to environmental protection efforts.
Anna p.s. Concert at Drifa Brewing
6 PM – 12 AM — Drífa Brewing Company — $10 cover charge — Enjoy live Indie Folk music from Anna p.s. as they showcase their latest album.
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