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U.P. Michigan Works! connects job seekers with Amazon’s new Escanaba facility

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – Amazon recently opened its first facility in the Upper Peninsula. Now, the international retailer is looking to grow its team. On Thursday, Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! and Amazon representatives hosted a job fair. Participants learned about entry-level positions available at the new warehouse, located on 6th Avenue North in Escanaba.

Escanaba, MI · 1d
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Michigan Winter Weather Alert: Up to 10 Inches of Snow by Friday

Lake-effect snow could bring up to 10 inches inland, with hazardous travel through Friday morning.

Marquette, MI · 2d

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Snow is headed for parts of Michigan. Here's the latest forecast

The National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for parts of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, prompted by expected lake-effect snow. Officials said the advisory covers Baraga and Marquette counties, including the cities of Gwinn, Marquette, and L'Anse. The advisory begins at 10 p.m. Wednesday and is in effect until noon Friday. NWS meteorologists said lake-effect rain showers are expected to become widespread in that area Wednesday afternoon and transition to snow by night. They also said the snow could last through Saturday. "The most impactful periods look to be during the overnight and early morning hours, especially Thursdaynight into Friday," officials said. How much snow? Their forecast calls for 4 to 8 inches of snow to fall between Wednesday night and Friday on the higher terrain of Marquette and Alger counties. NWS officials also said there is a 60% chance for snowfall exceeding 10" in the highest terrain along and west of the Dead River Basin. Elsewhere, the U.P. could see 1 to 3 inches. Less snow is expected closer to Lake Superior, Menominee County, and the eastern Upper Peninsula, according to the forecasters. Gusts of up to 40 mph are also possible near Lake Superior, NWS meteorologists said. They

Marquette County, MI · 1d

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Gwinn schools see a silver lining in the ballot box

GWINN, Mich. (WZMQ) – Last week’s election contained many surprises, upsets, and landslide victories; however, one Marquette County bond proposal was decided by the slimmest of margins. The Gwinn Area Community Schools’ latest bond proposal was rejected by voters for the fifth time in four years. This time...

Gwinn, MI · 3d
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Escanaba Public Library welcomes new director

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new director has taken the helm at the Escanaba Public Library. The library recently welcomed Kate Trombley as its new director. Before moving to the Upper Peninsula in 2023, Trombley earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Michigan State University. She went on to earn a Master of Science in Information and Library Science from the University at Buffalo. Her past work experience includes library services, higher education, and administration.

Escanaba, MI · 2d

Upper Michigans Source

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DNR looking to buy 60 miles of railroads

Dickinson County, MI · 1d

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DNR eyes future Rails-to-Trails acquisition

DELTA COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is looking into the possible purchase of approximately 60 miles of inactive railroad. The proposed acquisition would transfer roughly 60 miles of former rail corridor between Wells and Channing from the Escanaba & Lake Superior Railroad to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Dickinson County, MI · 1d

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Upper Michigan Today shoots for success at Straight Line Archery

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - On this edition of Try It Tuesday, Upper Michigan Today hit the bullseye at Straight Line Archery. Located at 1705 Ash St. #4, Straight Line Archery is going on 30 years as Ishpeming’s premier indoor shooting range. John Redfield and Audrey Stetson took their best shot at being archers for the day. Spoiler alert: anyone can do it!

Ishpeming, MI · 2d

Michigan Public

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Democrat Ana Aho Rink to represent Marquette, Ishpeming, Munising in Michigan's 109th House district

Ana Aho Rink, a physician assistant who once worked at Planned Parenthood, was elected to represent Michigan's 109th House district, which includes Marquette.

Marquette, MI · 3d

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City urges some Escanaba residents to watch for dirty water

ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - Escanaba residents may experience dirty water as a result of a water main break. A Thursday morning press release from the city says the water main broke at Harbor Tower, so residents in the area who use the city’s water distribution system may see temporary discolored water.

Escanaba, MI · 1d

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Ishpeming City Council holds budget hearing

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Ishpeming City Council held a public hearing tonight on the proposed 2027 city budget, which shows signs of financial improvement. But the city’s ability to maintain that progress was heavily dependent on the outcome of the recent library millage vote, which passed by a large margin.

Ishpeming, MI · 2d

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Retired Kingsford coach publishes book on 51 years of UP high school football playoffs

KINGSFORD, Mich. (WLUC) - Andy Wiltzius, a retired Kingsford football coach and teacher, has published his second book, “Headed Down State.” The book chronicles 51 years of Upper Peninsula high school football teams and their runs through the Michigan High School Athletic Association playoffs. Each chapter covers one...

Kingsford, MI · 19h

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Veterans honored at luncheon in Delta County

ESCANABA, Mich. (WLUC) - The community came together at the Delta County Chamber of Commerce as the Delta County Veterans Council, Escanaba Vet Center, and Upper Peninsula Military Museum hosted a Veterans Day program and luncheon honoring those who have served in the armed forces. Delta County Veterans Council Commander...

Delta County, MI · 1d

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RAMBA Trail Network reveals new downtown Ishpeming trailhead

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - Cyclists now have a new place to meet for their daily rides in downtown Ishpeming. The RAMBA Trail Network held a ribbon cutting Wednesday evening for its new Canda Street Trailhead. The trailhead can be found on E Canda Street in between Buck’s Sub Shop and...

Ishpeming, MI · 1d

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Annual Community Thanksgiving Meal returns to Ishpeming for 7th year

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Ishpeming has become a tradition, and organizers are continuing to make sure no one goes hungry on Thanksgiving Day. Dawn Lambert, president of Community Dinners Feeding Marquette County, shared all of the items on the menu this year. “We have the...

Ishpeming, MI · 20h