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L&M Fleet Supply now open in Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A new retailer opened in the former Shopko location in Marquette on Friday. L&M Fleet Supply is a Minnesota-based retail store with 13 locations in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan. It sells a variety of household and outdoor products at what L&M says are discounted prices. “We...
2024 Marquette Area Blues Fest will be the final one
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – As Marquette Area Blues Society is celebrating the 20th Anniversary Marquette Area Blues Fest over Labor Day weekend 2024 in Marquette, the society has made the announcement that this will be the final Marquette Area Blues Fest. In a press release, Marquette Area Blues Society says in part; “Many factors went […]
Gwinn Schools consolidating elementary grades
GWINN, MI— The Gwinn Area Community Schools District will consolidate elementary students in two school buildings next school year. Kindergarten through second grade will attend KI Sawyer Elementary, while third through fifth grades will go to Gilbert Elementary. Superintendent Sara Croney says declining enrollment meant a reduction of about...
Bear spotted in Negaunee; city leaders urge caution
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WJMN) — City leaders in Negaunee are warning residents of a black bear seen around town in the evening hours. Friday afternoon, a spokesperson for the city posted the notice on Facebook, saying a black bear has been seen during evening hours. It is unclear if the sighting was of more than one […]
The Marquette Downtown Farmers Markets return soon, celebrating 25 years
A summertime staple in Downtown Marquette returns in May, just in time to celebrate its 25th anniversary. The Downtown Marquette Farmers Market re-opens with its Saturday morning market on May 18th, 2024 at the Marquette Commons. The mission of the market is "to support local farmers, growers, and artisans; to make available wholesome, quality food and goods, and to provide a festive marketplace that benefits the Marquette Community."
Gwinn Middle High School Drama Club to perform ‘Guys and Dolls’
GWINN, Mich. (WLUC) - Gwinn Middle High School Drama Club is performing the classic award-winning musical Guys and Dolls. Students from sixth grade to seniors have been preparing to perform for a few months. The musical centers around four main characters and their journeys through gambling, love and the 1950s.
UP Rainbow Pride, Blossom Bird Bubble Tea host Pride Fest fundraiser
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Preparations are underway for this year’s Marquette Pride Fest. UP Rainbow Pride took over Blossom Bird Bubble Tea on Friday for a Pride Fest fundraiser. The tea shop is donating 100% of its proceeds from drink sales on Friday to the organization. UP Rainbow Pride...
Sault Ste. Marie author speaks on the path to publication
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A #1 New York Times bestselling author and member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians spoke at Northern Michigan University on Wednesday evening. The NMU Center for Native American Studies sponsored a presentation by Angeline Boulley, author of “The Firekeeper’s Daughter” and “Warrior...
Marquette Alternative High School participates in 2024 Run for the Trees
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A U.P. high school ran for a cause on Friday. Marquette Alternative High School participated in the Run for the Trees Happy Little 5K. It’s a national Arbor Day celebration to raise money for tree planting and forest protection in state parks. MARESA and the Michigan DNR teamed up to sponsor all the students and staff in the school.
Marquette League of Women Voters to host 109th State House District Forum
MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - The League of Women Voters of Marquette County is giving the community an opportunity to meet election candidates. In partnership with the American Association of University Women, the league will host a public forum June 28. All the 109th State House District candidates will be...
Ely Township man convicted of CSC with minor
MARQUETTE, MI— An Ely Township man was found guilty of 2nd degree criminal sexual conduct-person under 13 on Thursday, following a three-day trial in Marquette. Bruce Ilves faces at least 5 and up to 15 years in prison, based on a 2003 conviction on the same charge. A witness...
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