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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Mining Journal has released a limited edition book, 'Call of the North: A Historic Journey through Upper Michigan’s Marquette County,' featuring 144 pages of pictorial history about Marquette and its surrounding areas.  The Mining Journal
  • Feeding America West Michigan is operating a mobile food pantry in KI Sawyer, offering food assistance to the community, with drive-thru distribution beginning at noon.  Upper Michigan's Source
  • Bellin Health's after-hours event in Marquette attracted nearly 100 attendees for community networking, offering food, music, a raffle, and flu shots.  Upper Michigan's Source

CRIME NEWS

  • Five men were arrested in Upper Michigan following a sex sting operation by local law enforcement, facing up to 20 years in prison, highlighting the region's proactive stance against child exploitation.  Upper Michigan's Source
  • Michigan State Police are investigating the theft of a Karl Bohnak campaign sign in Marquette County, with a suspect identified and the case forwarded to the prosecutor's office.  WZMQ 19

ECONOMY NEWS

  • In Marquette Township, servers and bartenders engaged in a roundtable about the impending rise of tipped employee base wages to the state minimum by 2029, expressing concerns about potential negative impacts on tipping culture and the restaurant industry.  Upper Michigan's Source

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Michigan DNR advises people to consider wildlife safety by positioning Halloween decorations, like fake spider webs and plastic jack-o’lanterns, out of animal reach to prevent entanglement and harm.  Upper Michigan's Source

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gwen Walz, the wife of vice presidential candidate Tim Walz, will visit Marquette and Escanaba to campaign for the Harris-Walz ticket, focusing on contrast with their opponents' policies.  WZMQ 19

HEALTH NEWS

  • Brianna Beaulieu, a Community Nutrition Instructor with MSU Extension, promotes the SNAP-Ed program's benefits for fighting hunger and food insecurity in Michigan.  Upper Michigan's Source
  • The Superior Health Foundation awarded $837,820 in grants to twenty-nine Upper Peninsula nonprofits to enhance health services, including a significant grant to Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions for a behavioral health project.  Upper Michigan's Source

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/7/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Sip & Stretch: Yoga and Brews Evening

    Experience a relaxing evening of yoga and community connection at Ore Dock Brewing Co., paired with your favorite brew.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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