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Camp New Day U.P. provides summer experience for kids affected by incarceration
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) — Everyone knows what summer camp entails: arts and crafts, the Great Outdoors, and new best friends. But not every child gets to experience a summer camp. Staff at Camp New Day are working to change that, and to provide positive role models for its campers—all of whom come from households where […]
Negaunee Public Library closed for asbestos removal
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Negaunee Public Library will be closed this weekend to remove recently discovered asbestos material. While replacing the library’s carpeting, asbestos material was found in the tile and adhesive underneath the old carpet. Yesterday the Negaunee city council unanimously approved the removal of the...
Death and/or Taxes
IT WAS ALL THE WAY BACK in 1789 when Ben Franklin declared, “Nothing is certain except death and taxes.” After Marquette property owners looked at their summer statements, some might question which is worse. In most cases, tax bills went up 5%. That’s the most the city can...
Take a guided tour of Echo Lake preserve, one of the U.P.'s secret spots
MARQUETTE, MI - We are all-in when it comes to exploring wild new places, but sometimes it is really nice to have a guide. The Nature Conservancy this weekend will offer a guided hike of the Echo Lake Nature Preserve. With its cliff-top views and high rock ponds, this 480-acre property has some seriously stunning scenery and is known as one of the Marquette area’s best-kept secrets for nature lovers.
Ishpeming City Council looks to establish trucking route, businesses owners concerned about deliveries
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - Ishpeming is looking to designate where trucks can travel in the city, but business owners are concerned. One week ago, the Ishpeming City Council talked about truck traffic on Third Street, looking to designate approved routes through the city. However, at the meeting Owner of the...
44th annual Hiawatha Music Festival kicks off Friday
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Friday marks the official start of the 44th annual Hiawatha Music Festival. Happening all weekend festival goers can enjoy traditional music and activities for all ages. Volunteers are an integral part of the festival’s operation. Festival co-director Candice Blackstone-Larson says the festival requires hundreds of...
Chicago Beefs now open in downtown Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A new restaurant is offering something different to the Marquette community. Chicago Beefs is now open on the lower level of the Masonic Building in Marquette. They specialize in Italian beef sandwiches, better known as the Chicago beef. “If you’ve never had an authentic Italian beef...
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