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Marquette
Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Marquette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State Police are hosting their annual Stuff a Blue Goose drive this month to collect toys and food for local families. Donations take place at drop-off sites in Sault Ste. Marie (Dec.1–15), St. Ignace (Dec.1–15), Gladstone (Dec.20, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.), Iron Mountain (Dec.11, 2–5 p.m.), and Calumet (Dec.11, 1–4 p.m.) The Mining Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Marquette Choral Society sold out its winter concert on Sunday at Reynolds Recital Hall as 170 singers performed Handel’s 'Messiah' + holiday favorites, celebrating both Christmas and Hanukkah. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ LoveMARQ Church at 728 W. Kaye Ave. in Marquette will host a free sound meditation led by Aurelia Fure using crystal singing bowls, drums, rattles and gongs on Dec. 20 and every third Saturday from 10:30-11:30 a.m.—attendees should dress in layers and bring comfort items. The Mining Journal
- ➤ On Sunday, the Finlandia Foundation National Lake Superior Chapter held a celebration of Finland’s Independence Day and Pikkujoulu at Messiah Lutheran Church in Marquette. The event brought together Finnish community members who shared history and live music (including an accordion) to honor Finland’s traditions and pre-Christmas spirit. Upper Michigan's Source
- ➤ Marquette Area Piano Teachers Association will host a free piano music day featuring area students performing at Peter White library Saturday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each hour, a different teacher and their group will offer holiday tunes and more. The Mining Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gwinn Area Community Schools honored high and middle school students for making the first quarter honor roll of the 2025-2026 school year. The district recognized academic excellence based on GPA standards. The Mining Journal
- ➤ On December 3, 2025, Negaunee Elks and Fox Motors donated 36 pairs of boots and warm socks to Lakeview Elementary’s Giving Tree program using funds from the Grand Lodge Gratitude Grant; the $1,507.85 donation supports local students. The Mining Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A study finds Upper Peninsula residents are divided on wolf management, with more than 60% favoring a reduction due to concerns over livestock and deer (the DNR is urged to use non-lethal measures to address safety issues). The Mining Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UPHS Marquette was honored with the 2025 Safely Averting NTSV Cesareans Award for reducing 11 low-risk cesarean deliveries since January 2025 (recognized in the low-volume hospital category). The award highlights their commitment to safe childbirth care. The Mining Journal
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Marquette Symphony Orchestra - Sounds of the Holidays
7:30 PM — Louis G. Kaufman Auditorium — Ticket information not specified — Experience the magical sounds of the holidays with orchestral favorites from The Nutcracker and more.
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Winter Solstice Celebration with The Make-Believe Spurs
4-10 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — Free admission — Celebrate the winter solstice with enchanting performances by The Make-Believe Spurs.
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A Classical Christmas with Darrius Morton
An evening of classical Christmas carols sung by tenor Darrius Morton at St Paul’s Episcopal Church. 7:00 pm
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~ Buddha
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