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Early voting begins Saturday at Peter White Public Library
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Early in-person voting starts Saturday for the Aug. 6 presidential primary election. The early voting period functions the same as a regular election day, but it’s open for nine days instead of one. This allows voters to tabulate their ballots without the crowds and the pressure of making it work in only one day.
Airstream owners to gather for Mischief in Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Airstreams are set to take over Gitche Gumee RV Park and Campground. The Wisconsin-U.P. Airstream Club is hosting Mischief in Marquette Aug. 1-4. The RV rally brings in Airstream owners from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and across the U.P. Attendees will spend the weekend exploring the area, seeing...
Concession stand at Van Riper State Park reopens after years of closure
CHAMPION, Mich. (WLUC) - The concession stand at a popular U.P. state park has returned after years of being closed. As of Memorial Day weekend, visitors of Van Riper State Park can once again shop at the store. Park staff said the building was closed during the pandemic and had...
Marquette County working to improve air service at Sawyer Regional Airport
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Marquette County organizations are ramping up efforts to improve air service. Passengers have experienced ups and downs at the Sawyer Regional Airport since the pandemic. “We all know that flying in and out of Marquette can be frustrating because of the limitation on flights but surprisingly...
Blueberry Festival celebrates milestone year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Summer sun and bunches of blueberries were on full display for an annual Marquette event. The 25th annual Blueberry Festival hosted live music, dozens of vendors and fresh blueberries. Specialty products like blueberry beer and blueberry pizza were available. Marquette DDA Business Outreach and Promotions Director Mike Bradford said it is an achievement to make it to 25 years.
The Bridge View Exit in Northern Michigan Leads to Nowhere and Everything
Exit 343 on Interstate 75 in Michigan could be considered an exit to nowhere. There is no highway, no connection to anyplace other than an amazing view of the Mackinac Bridge and the Straits of Mackinac, that makes this exit to nowhere truly everything that's great about Michigan. The exit...
Swim Teal Lake event benefits kids with Type 1 diabetes
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - Swimmers can take on Teal Lake to benefit kids with diabetes. The 21st year of Swim Teal Lake: Benefit for Diabetes occurs on Saturday morning. Participants can swim a quarter mile or 2.25 miles. This started as a fundraiser for the U.P. Diabetes Outreach Network. This...
46th annual Aura Jamboree sees old, new musical talent
Plenty of musical talent was seen at the 46th annual Aura Jamboree as musicians old and new played in and around the Aura Hall during the two-day music festival that took place this past weekend. Aura Hall Board members and many volunteers were kept busy before, during, and after the Jamboree, which started on Friday, July 19 at 5 p.m. and went until midnight on Saturday July 20 and welcomed visitors and musicians both locally and out of state. According to Aura Hall Board President Michael Roberts, approximately 650-700 people attended, a little below average, and everything went well despite a little rain and a.
Astronaut named to KMI advisory board
MARQUETTE, MI— A former NASA astronaut has joined the advisory board of a Marquette company researching ways to eliminate space debris. Dr. Anna Lee Fisher was the mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1984 who operated robotic arms to salvage two malfunctioning satellites. She’s also a chemist and an emergency physician.
125th Italian Fest in Ishpeming Celebrates Heritage, Food, and Fun!
ISHPEMING, MI – The St. Rocco – St. Anthony Society of Ishpeming invites everyone, regardless of heritage, to join in the festivities at the 125th Annual Italian Fest. This cherished event honors Italian traditions while bringing the community together for a day filled with delicious food, vibrant music, and family-friendly activities.
Bartolotta Restaurants opens new venue in Wisconsin, US
Bartolotta Restaurants has expanded its portfolio with the launch of The Commodore in the Greater Milwaukee region of the US state of Wisconsin. The new establishment is housed within a historic waterfront property, offering a fine dining experience and event spaces with picturesque views of Nagawicka Lake. The main level...
Wisconsin ends ban on carrying firearms while fishing
Wisconsin is ending its long-standing rule that banned carrying firearms while fishing after facing a legal challenge. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources agreed to end the ban on anglers, or those who fish recreationally, from carrying firearms Wednesday. The DNR was facing pressure from the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty, a conservative law […]
What to know about assisted living in Wisconsin: admissions, cost, services, and more
In Wisconsin, there are more than 4,000 assisted living facilities and 60,000 beds — and they range in size, price, specialities and level of medical care. Assisted living facilities oversee key questions about your or your loved one's care: admissions, staffing levels and the availability of a nurse, among other things. Here are the...
Camp key time for RHS volleyball
The four days of summer camp is always a key time for the Rhinelander High School volleyball team as it enters the dead period without coaching contact prior to the start practice for the season. For first-year head coach Jayme Wyss, the time spent this week was extra important. The...
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
Local surrogates stump for Harris as Wisconsin Democrats prepare for biggest mobilization blitz
MADISON, Wis. — Local leaders across Wisconsin wrapped up the week by stumping for now-presumed Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, with just over 100 days left until the November election. The focus Friday was on trying to tie former President Donald Trump to Project 2025 — a more...
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