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Upper Echelon car show returns to Marquette for 2nd year
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A car show is making its return to Marquette this weekend. Upper Echelon will host its second car show at Lower Harbor Park. Cars of all different makes and models will fill the park Saturday. Those who registered will be entered to win different prizes and awards.
Lake Superior Theatre to hold sing-along fundraiser
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Lake Superior Theatre is raising money to cover the cost of the current season. The theatre’s president Peggy Frazier said they try to charge as little as possible for shows to make theatre accessible for everyone. “Our goal is to raise enough money to...
UPHS - Marquette remains fully operational despite worldwide system outages
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A faulty software update caused system outages on Friday, grounding flights and disrupting hospitals, media outlets, small businesses and government offices. UPHS - Marquette said in a statement to TV6 that despite a handful of computers and servers being affected early on, thanks to their IT...
City of Negaunee to include theater experts while restoring Vista Theater
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - The City of Negaunee said it plans to involve the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council (PASC) in the process of restoring the Vista Theater. At Thursday’s City Council meeting, some community members urged the council to consider input from people with theater experience when determining the future use of the building.
free E-bike demo days
Marquette, Mich. (WZMQ) – The popularity of e-bikes has been growing exponentially over the last several years, however e-bikes are still a mystery to some people that have never tried one. lakeshore bikes in Marquette is offering free demo rides on their full line of pedal assist bicycles. e-bikes popularity comes from their ability to tackle hills with ease, counteract headwinds and being able to keep up with more experienced bikers. lakeshore bikes demo program will put you on an e-bike that best suits your riding ability. all of their e-bikes are class 1 bikes which means they have no throttle, are pedal assist only and have a maximum speed of around 20 miles per hour. co-owner Jacob Douglas believes e-bikes opens up a whole new experience where age, physical fitness, and riding experience don’t matter as much, allowing for more fun.
Negaunee Elks fundraises with Red Fox Run golf outing
FORSYTH TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - The Negaunee Elks Lodge fundraised for kids with its annual golf outing. The Major Project and Gold Key Golf Outing raises scholarships for nontraditional students and sponsors kids at Bay Cliff Health Camp. The golf outing featured 17 teams playing 18 holes of best ball...
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...
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.
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 […]
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...
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...
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