Friday, October 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The NMU Wildcats women's basketball team volunteered at the Marquette Women's Center, emphasizing community support and teamwork. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The CISM Donut Dash, a family-friendly fundraising event for the Central U.P. Critical Incident Stress Management Team, takes place Saturday in Marquette, featuring a 5K and 1 mile fun run/walk. Sunny 101.9
- ➤ The Economic Club of Marquette County will feature UP Health System - Marquette CEO Tonya Darner as the guest speaker at their monthly dinner meeting this Monday. Sunny 101.9
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Marquette Police Department alerts the public to check for skimming devices on card readers after one was found at a local gas station. Upper Michigan's Source
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fresh Coast Film Festival in Marquette, now in its 8th year, showcases 85 documentaries on outdoor life and the Great Lakes, featuring a diverse range of topics from beekeeping to surfing. WZMQ 19
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Air Force, alongside EGLE, is addressing PFAS contamination at K.I. Sawyer by testing and monitoring water and soil, encouraging property owners to allow investigations on their land. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Volunteers and officials in Marquette, Michigan, are addressing environmental concerns by cleaning up styrofoam debris along the Lake Superior shore, following damage to a turbidity curtain from rough waves. Upper Michigan's Source
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The eighth annual UP200 Dryland Dash, a pre-snow dogsled race featuring 119 entries, inaugurated the season with Anne Small and Benjamin Braumel emerging as top competitors. The Mining Journal
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Discover Fall Wildcat Weekend at Northern Michigan University
Experience the vibrant campus life and beautiful surroundings of Northern Michigan University while exploring academic interests and meeting faculty and students.
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Hockey Match: Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Northern Michigan Wildcats
Experience an exciting college hockey showdown between the Arizona State Sun Devils and the Northern Michigan Wildcats at the Berry Events Center.
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Queen City Trick or Trot 10K/5K and Kids Monster Mile
Experience a festive and family-friendly Halloween-themed run with 10K and 5K options, along with a Kids Monster Mile in Marquette.
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Road To #SESO: A Night of Jam and Funk ft. Chalk Dinosaur, Soul Responsibility, and One Human Band
Experience an electrifying night of jam and funk music at Ore Dock Brewing Co. featuring Chalk Dinosaur and other talented acts.
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Gemini Moon Live Performance
Experience two sets of Gemini Moon featuring fresh interpretations of classic and modern covers in a welcoming venue.
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3rd Annual Stand U.P. Comedy Festival: A Hilarious Showcase of Comedy
Experience a four-day comedy festival featuring 8 shows and 17 comedians at the Ore Dock Brewing Co., culminating in a variety of performances from local talents to headliners.
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Lake Superior State Lakers vs Northern Michigan Wildcats Hockey Game
Experience a thrilling college hockey matchup between the Lake Superior State Lakers and Northern Michigan Wildcats at the Berry Events Center.
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Second Annual Marquette Holistic Health Fair
Experience a day of holistic wellness with diverse offerings, including therapy sessions, informative presentations, and community connection at the Marquette Holistic Health Fair.
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Breathe Owl Breathe Concert
Experience the evocative sounds of the adventurous folk trio Breathe Owl Breathe at Ore Dock Brewing Co.
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