Thursday, September 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Marquette community honored the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 with student-organized memorials and a veterans' picnic, teaching new generations the impact of the attacks. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Detroit Red Wings Alumni team is playing against Marquette County hockey players to support the United Way of Marquette County, with a competitive game anticipated. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ NMU sororities Alpha Gamma Delta and Phi Sigma Sigma raised $96 for a women's center through a popcorn sale for Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The North Wind
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NMU's Pick One event incentivizes student involvement through a points system for prizes, aiming to increase campus engagement and academic success. The North Wind
- ➤ The WellBeing Wednesday event at Jamrich on Sept. 4 focused on teaching students about dorm room cleanliness to enhance their overall well-being. The North Wind
- ➤ Northern Michigan University students briefly evacuated the West Science Building due to a fire alarm, returning after the all-clear with no identified source for the alarm. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Marquette Senior High School students commemorated 9/11 victims by planting 2,977 flags, underscoring the significance of remembering the event and its impact. WZMQ 19
- ➤ NMU and Michigan Tech report increased enrollments and record retention rates, with Tech having its largest student body since 1982 and NMU experiencing a significant rise in continuing graduate and minority student enrollments. Upper Michigan's Source
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Superior Watershed Partnership is hosting an e-waste recycling event in Marquette with a $5 per carload fee, seeking volunteers for assistance. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Partridge Creek Compost in Michigan requires 250 subscribers by May 2025 to sustain its operations aimed at transforming compostable material into soil amendments, offering discounts to encourage participation. Upper Michigan's Source
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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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Ishpeming Senior Center Health Resource Fair and Vaccine Clinic
Experience a valuable resource fair and vaccine clinic aimed at improving community health at the Ishpeming Senior Center.
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Negaunee Senior Center Resource Fair and Vaccine Clinic
Explore valuable health resources and services while accessing vaccination opportunities specifically designed for seniors in the community.
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Pine Ridge Free Vaccine Clinic
Experience accessible healthcare services with free vaccinations at the Pine Ridge Apartments in Marquette.
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Comedy Night Featuring DJ Dangler and Vincent Schultz
Experience a night of laughter with headliner DJ Dangler and feature act Vincent Schultz at Ore Dock Brewing Co.
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Lake Superior Shore Run: Half Marathon, 5K, and Youth Trail Runs
Experience the scenic beauty of Little Presque Isle while participating in various trail runs and a 5-mile hike.
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