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Marquette City adopts FY 2027 budget, higher utility costs expected for residents
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The City of Marquette has adopted its Fiscal Year 2027 budget, with higher utility rates anticipated for residents in the near future. At a meeting Monday evening, city commissioners voted 7-0 to pass the $26.8 million general fund plan, under a total city budget of around $97 million dollars. This year for Marquette city residents, it’s expected that the average total utility bill will increase around $99 annually.
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Marquette’s St. Peter Cathedral announces completion of bell tower restoration
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Construction workers put the finishing touches on Marquette’s St. Peter Cathedral on Tuesday. After a two-year restoration project, the scaffolding will finally come down next week. Father Brandon Oman, the pastor of St. Peter Cathedral, says it’s not just about preserving a building but also...
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Ishpeming City DDA provides update on new strategic plan
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Ishpeming DDA and City Council discussed their plans and projects Monday evening. The joint meeting shared goals from formalizing trail preservation to building on blighted land. The DDA also offered an update on its new strategic plan. Community Planner Mark Miller says he finished gathering...
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Delta County Nonmotorized Trails launches fundraiser to build Gladstone Community Bike Park
GLADSTONE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Last winter, the City of Gladstone approved a proposal for a new multi-use trail at the John & Melissa Besse Sports Park. Work is now underway, and the nonprofit responsible for the project is raising money to see it through to completion. Along the perimeter...
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New Oktoberfest fundraiser aims to become annual fall tradition
MARQUETTE, Mich, (WZMQ) – Ore Dock Brewing Company had a little extra community spirit Sunday afternoon. United Way of Marquette County and Ore Dock teamed up for the inaugural Steins for Good, an Oktoberfest-inspired fundraiser that drew in community members for live music from The Knockabouts, a Stein holding contest, frozen shirt contest, pretzel eating contest, and locally brewed beer. Proceeds from the event support United Way’s work addressing food security, housing, youth opportunity, and other community needs across Marquette.
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People raised a glass for community fundraising in Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - People raised a glass to supporting the community in Marquette on Sunday. United Way of Marquette County kicked off its annual fundraising campaign with “Steins for Good.” The Oktoberfest-style event invited people to a costume contest, personalized beer mugs and to test their endurance in a stein glass holding contest.
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The World’s Largest Wooden Dome Is Visible From This Scenic Michigan Trail
Marquette’s skyline gets a lot more interesting when one massive curve rises above the trees. From a scenic trail overlooking the city, hikers can spot the Superior Dome near Northern Michigan University, creating a view that feels surprisingly dramatic from the woods. The appeal goes beyond its size, because...