Thursday, December 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Veteran Homes invites donations to support veterans' quality of life during the holidays through monetary contributions and specific in-kind gifts. WZMQ 19
- ➤ Michigan State Police advise drivers in the U.P. to slow down and prepare vehicles for winter conditions to ensure safety amidst challenging travel. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Graveraet Elementary students write letters to soldiers and first responders as part of the Rotary Club of Marquette’s 12 Deeds of Christmas tradition. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Superior Watershed Partnership has been granted $1.57 million to help low and moderate-income households in Michigan's Upper Peninsula with winter utility costs. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ UPAWS collaborates with the Bissell Pet Foundation to host the Holiday of Hope adoption event, offering reduced fees for animal adoptions until Dec. 17. Upper Michigan's Source
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marquette-Alger RESA announces openings for the PreK For All program and encourages prompt enrollment before the deadline. Sunny 101.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Alfred Peter Swineford, a journalist and politician, founded Minnesota's first newspaper and served as Michigan's State Commissioner and Alaska's Governor, contributing significantly to journalism, politics, and the development of Alaska. The Mining Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Marquette Women’s Center introduced the first Sexual Assault Nurse Examination program in the U.P., providing victims with specialized care, emotional support, and forensic evidence collection. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ UPHS-Marquette nurses and technologists, part of the Michigan Nurses Association, will rally to express concerns over unnotified health insurance alterations by Lifepoint ahead of contract negotiations. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ The Upper Peninsula Health Plan launched the 'Smart Rx' campaign in 2024 to educate on appropriate antibiotic use and encourage healthy lifestyles. Sunny 101.9
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TV6 Annual Christmas Craft Show
Experience a delightful showcase of handcrafted items by local vendors at this annual holiday event.
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Ferris State Bulldogs vs. Northern Michigan Wildcats Hockey Match
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