Thursday, August 22nd, 2024

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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norlite Nursing Center in Marquette enhances residents' quality of life with a summer carnival featuring games, food, and live music. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Marquette Chapter of Ambucs is hosting a 'Try a Tryke Day' to offer individuals with mobility challenges the opportunity to ride adapted tricycles, promoting inclusivity in biking. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Feeding America West Michigan is holding food distribution events in Escanaba and Marquette to support those in need, with options for stand-in pickups. Upper Michigan's Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were sentenced to 78 months in prison for meth trafficking in Marquette County, with a third awaiting sentencing. Upper Michigan's Source
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Lake Superior Community Partnership inaugurates a new West End Economic Hub in Marquette County to bolster local business development, filling the gap left by the dissolved Greater Ishpeming Negaunee Chamber of Commerce. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub, led by LSCP CEO Christopher Germain and Accelerate U.P. Executive Director Alex Kofsky, provides coaching and grants to assist small business owners. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is offering free books to children from birth to age five in every zip code of Marquette and Alger counties to support early literacy. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Honor Credit Union is offering $500 Amazon gift cards to 40 Upper and Western Michigan teachers through its 15th annual Teacher Awards to support classroom needs. Upper Michigan's Source
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Department of Corrections Officers are picketing over severe staffing shortages and mandatory overtime, highlighting inmate unrest and the demands placed on prison workers. WZMQ 19
- ➤ U.S. Attorney Mark Totten is visiting tribes in Michigan's Upper Peninsula to discuss key issues like missing indigenous people and tribal civil rights. Upper Michigan's Source
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Senior Community Drop-In Event
Enjoy a casual evening for seniors to gather and socialize in the heart of Marquette.
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Invigorate: Everyone Makes a Difference Conference
Experience a day of learning and networking focused on various care topics, including obstetric and acute care, at Northern Michigan University.
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Parking Lot Party Featuring The Reveal
Experience a fun-filled afternoon with snacks and live music by The Reveal at Bald Eagle Harley-Davidson.
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Wildcat Farmers Market at ASNMU
Experience the first ASNMU-hosted farmers market on campus with local vendors and live music.
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Senior Drop-In Event
Experience a welcoming drop-in gathering for seniors, providing a chance to connect and socialize in the community.
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Oktoberfest Celebration at Blackrocks Brewery
Celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest with a day of food, music, and traditional activities including polka bands and competitions.
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