Good morning, Marquette.

Gloria Mae Gurlea celebrated her 100th birthday Friday at Mill Creek Assisted Living.

Born and raised in the U.P. and a Navy veteran during the Korean War plus a long-time community fixture, she marked a century of life with family and local pride.

Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center postponed the opening of its Barnes-Hecker Mining Disaster exhibition due to delayed display panels; it will open at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct.

24 at NMU's 223 Harden Hall and run free until April 3.

Northern Michigan University (NMU) has approved a $325.50 tuition increase per semester for resident undergraduates starting in the fall.

The new rate raises costs by more than $1,200 over five years and adds extra financial pressure on students.

Northern Michigan University offers students several food purchasing options such as X-Change Meals, Dining Dollars, and Cat Ca$h while construction limits some dining areas.

Dining Services added specialty events and opened Market North (a grab-and-go spot in Jamrich Hall) and will reopen Fieras and Sundre in winter once construction finishes.

Local photographer Ron Mattson captured a nice buck in Marquette County back in July, showcasing a natural wildlife moment (photo courtesy).

Peak fall colors are waning as seasonal rains (and dropping temperatures) loosen leaves in the Upper Peninsula.

The National Weather Service says that while the display is fading, some hues will linger until early November.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and multiple agencies are trying to contain wildfires in the Upper Peninsula despite rough terrain and challenges (issues include safety hazards and dead trees).

Rainfall has helped teams make progress and local officials urge residents to check fire danger levels and follow burn bans.

Andrew Huang, a radiation oncologist at Aspirus, says more women are being diagnosed with breast cancer due to factors like obesity, early puberty, and changes in having children—improved screening and treatments now boost cure rates.

NMU hockey beat Stonehill 5-1 at the Berry Events Center Friday night as goaltender Oliver Auyeung-Ashton made 27 saves (a standout performance) and young players Pitters, Burchill, and Olson powered the offense.

The NMU men’s soccer team blanked the St. Cloud State Huskies 4-0 at the NMU Soccer Field Friday in windy conditions—Luca Rosen scored his 13th goal of the year and Sergio Cano Castro set a team record with 10 assists in a season.

MTU and NMU hockey teams won on Friday, Oct.

16, and local high school football teams in Marquette and Calumet also earned victories. WZMQ Sports reported the results at 11 p.m. and more highlights are expected later.