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Lane closure scheduled for Dead River Bridge
MARQUETTE COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - On Monday, July 22, a single lane will be closed on County Road 550 Dead River Bridge for repairs and maintenance. A temporary traffic signal will be installed to allow vehicles to pass through the construction site. The city of Marquette says the work is...
Woman dead after life-saving efforts on beach at McCarty’s Cove
A woman is dead after being pulled from the water at McCarty’s Cove in Marquette early Friday afternoon. Shortly after noon on Friday, a significant presence of first responders was seen on the beach near E Ohio Street and Lake Shore Boulevard in Marquette. (July 19, 2024)
Mental health professionals give tips for combating stress, anxiety during election year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - With the 2024 election just four months away, it can be hard to avoid the constant stream of political content on our screens. Therapist for Vibrant Health Company Caroline Cheng said this can lead to people experiencing political burnout. She explained it’s important to be informed...
Marquette Men's Basketball 2024-2025 Roster and Expectations
Kam Jones - Easily the best returning player from last season. This is Kam's team next year. In his junior season he averaged 17 ppg, 2.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists and shot 50% from the field. He should be a Preseason All-American. Kam will need to continue his great scoring for Marquette to be successful next year. Kam continues to work on his defensive game and has gotten much stronger since last season. Kam will need to step up big next year if Marquette wants to compete and win games.
Woman drowns in Marquette
MARQUETTE, MI— A California woman has drowned at a Marquette beach. City Police were dispatched Friday around 12:20 p.m. to the area of McCarty’s Cove for an AED incident involving a 63-year-old female. Lifeguards had pulled the unresponsive woman from shallow water. They performed CPR until Marquette City...
California woman dies at McCarty’s Cove in U.P., investigation ongoing
MARQUETTE, MI -- An investigation is ongoing into how a California woman died Friday while at McCarty’s Cove, according to WLUC-6. Preliminary police reports say an “AED incident” led to the woman’s death, but did not share details on what exactly happened. An AED -- Automated...
44th annual Hiawatha Traditional Music Festival kicks off in Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The 44th annual Hiawatha Music Festival kicked off in Marquette on Friday. According to organizers, the three-day music and dance festival aims to encourage appreciation of traditional American music. More than 20 bands and musicians are performing in Tourist Park, and organizers expect about 4,000 attendees.
Northern Michigan Hire Phil Fox as Assistant Coach
Northern Michigan have hired Phil Fox as an assistant coach, the team announced Friday. View the original article to see embedded media. A product of Stillwater, Minn., Fox joins the Wildcats after spending the past five seasons as general manager and head coach of the New Mexico Ice Wolves (NAHL). Prior to getting into the management/coaching side of hockey, Fox enjoyed a three-year pro career that also saw him suit up for the Wildcats as a player. In 155 career NCAA games, Fox had 65 points and served as Northern Michigan captain in his final season with the team. After...
Campers roll in for the Hiawatha Music Festival
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The 44th annual Hiawatha Music Festival hosted by the Hiawatha Music Co-Op is open for campers to set up shop. This Friday at Tourist Park in Marquette, tents and campers popped up with eager guests. The festival’s music does not start till 7 tonight, however...
Utility bill help available from SWP
MARQUETTE, MI— The Superior Watershed Partnership has received $1.57 million to help residents with their utility bills. The money comes through the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity’s MI Impact grant program. The funding can help with electric, heat, water, and/or waste expenses. Households with incomes up...
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