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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Community Foundation of Marquette County will host its 2025 Annual Celebration on Sept. 3 at Northern Michigan University’s Northern Center Grand Ballrooms at 1401 Presque Isle Avenue from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.—the event honors local individuals, businesses and organizations with its ‘Community First’ theme and includes Catalyst Award presentations. Guest registration begins at 5 p.m., followed by an annual meeting and dinner at 6 p.m. and the awards at 7:30 p.m. The Mining Journal
- ➤ Fresh Coast Beauty and Texas Roadhouse are partnering to host the first annual Cuts For A Cause Hair Drive at Texas Roadhouse in Marquette from 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16—licensed cosmetologists will offer free haircuts to donors with at least 8 inches of hair while extra activities support Children With Hair Loss. The Mining Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Innovate Marquette is hosting a relaxed coffee and conversation event on Thursday, August 28th for women interested in business—running from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Knot Work Studio where participants can network and share ideas, according to Aubry Healy. Upper Michigan's Source
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Marquette Police are asking the public for help finding 69-year-old Eileen Mandel, who has been missing from her home since Sunday at 5:30 p.m. after leaving in a white 2021 Dodge Ram with a black tonneau cover near Wal-Mart and Schwemwood Park on County Road 492 and was seen wearing a green sweater, so anyone with information should call police at 906-228-0400. WZMQ 19
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Six new family medicine residents began a month-long orientation at UP Health System Marquette Family Medicine Residency Program, and program director Suzanne Clarke said they will train to become dedicated doctors (over three years) to serve our community. The Mining Journal
- ➤ Educators in Baraga attended the 4th Annual Wiikwedong Culture Camp Tuesday where they learned to share Ojibwe traditions with students using food and language lessons—60 early learning practitioners from five tribal programs joined the two-day event. Teacher Melissa Paulson said the camp helps revive local traditions and the Ojibwe language essential to the community. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ At NMU's Fall Convocation, officials said that Harden Hall will be remodeled for the winter term, the library will gain a grand staircase, and the biology department is getting upgraded with new labs and offices. Future work will begin on apartments next spring and a College of Business building is planned for next year—biology will hold its ribbon cutting on Sept. 18 during Homecoming Week. The Mining Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Marquette Housing Commission approved a new resolution (to boost safety) that will require proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries in housing units; tenants will be notified soon (to curb fire risks). Upper Michigan's Source
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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The Go Rounds Live Concert
8 PM – 2 AM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $15 Student / $18 General Admission — Experience the mind-bending sounds of The Go Rounds blending indie, psych-pop, and twang-rock.
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