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Michigan Native’s Unique National Anthem Overshadows Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is one of the most exciting events in all of sports, its comparable to the 3-point shootout, the dunk contest, hockey shootout, penalty kicks, and other all-star/ skill competitions that take place in sports. Both die-hard and casual baseball fans turn their heads and give their undivided attention to the MLB Home Run Derby and celebrate all of the moonshot mania that occurs. I would say this year's Derby was no different but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
The Daily Show roasts Ohio State in favor of Michigan
Some things are bigger than politics and one of those things is the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry. And one Daily Show correspondent and host has chosen a side. At the Republican National Convention, Ohio senator J.D. Vance was named the vice presidential candidate, and though he’s from the Buckeye State and went to OSU, he made several overtures to Michigan throughout his acceptance speech. However, afterward, he was seen doing the OH-IO chant, and The Daily Show’s Jordan Klepper is having none of it.
Hiawatha Music Festival sees big crowds for 2nd day
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Day two of the three-day Hiawatha Music Festival saw big crowds and a lot of music. Organizers say the festival aims to encourage people to appreciate traditional American music. They do that by offering mainstage performances and various music workshops on the side. More than 20 bands and musicians play throughout the three days.
Customers line up for romance-only bookstore grand opening in Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A line of romance lovers patiently waited on Washington Avenue Saturday for a new bookstore to open. , the brand-new bookstore focused solely on romance, is officially open. The shop owner, Nicole Odom, said there are all kinds of romance subgenres to choose from. Not to...
Michigan Making Money: Salaries Of The State’s Top 1% Earners
Most people have a desire to make as much money as they possibly can to not just take care of themselves and their families but also to have bragging rights as one of the richest people alive or to ever live. I can't lie, it's nice motivation to have in life and money does make life easier and happier but is not the end all be all since we don't get to take it with us after life. Nonetheless, most of us are competing for the best paying jobs for different reasons.
Upper Echelon hosts annual car show
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Marquette’s Ellwood Mattson Park was crowded with cars Saturday. The second annual Upper Echelon Car Show began in the morning and ran all day. All makes and models were welcome to be registered and judged. Vehicles were placed into classes based on form, function, and speed.
View Marquette’s best gardens during 30th Annual Garden Tour
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – The Marquette Beautification and Restoration Committee will be hosting its 30th Annual Garden Tour next week. This self-guided tour provides an opportunity for the community to view the colorful and timeless gardens in and around Marquette. The garden tour is the committee’s largest fundraiser, which helps support the committee’s five gardens […]
Red Hat Rosettes host butterfly release
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Community members shared smiles as they gathered for a butterfly release in Marquette Friday. The Marquette Red Hat Rosettes hosted the release at Lost Creek Apartments. The release was inspired by the saying if you tell a butterfly a wish, they will keep it safe as they cannot speak.
Tourist Park in Marquette Reopens Ahead of Hiawatha Music Festival
Marquette, MI – The City of Marquette is pleased to announce the reopening of Tourist Park beach for swimming as of Friday morning. The beach was temporarily closed on Thursday due to elevated levels of bacteria, specifically E. coli, following recent heavy rainfall. The City promptly collected water samples on Thursday, which confirmed that bacteria levels had returned to safe standards.
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