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Planning Commission holds Natural Resource Mining public hearing

CHOCOLAY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Chocolay Township Planning Commission held a public hearing for an amended Natural Resource Mining Ordinance on Monday night. Back in August, we told you how concerns from residents prompted the township board to send the ordinance back to the planning commission with suggested amendments. On November 2, Chocolay Township residents were able to provide their feedback on the changes, and the amended ordinance was sent to the Township Board for further review. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Natural Resources Mining Amendments Sent Back to Planning Commission “This has been a long process, of course, and it was all started to comply with what the legislature adopted as requirements for any kind of zoning ordinance addressing natural resource mining, which is basically sand and gravel mining,” explained Greg Elliott, township manager for Chocolay Township. “The Township Board had specific things that they wanted the Planning Commission to look at. They wanted to look at presumptive setback distances from residential (zones) and require a lot more information up front in terms of knowing what the hydrogeology of the area is, what the effect on property values would be, what traffic would look like - those kinds of things.” As

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Marquette Township Fire Department celebrates 50 years of service

MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - The Marquette Township Fire Department is celebrating 50 years of service. In 1976, a handful of volunteer firefighters broke from the Marquette City Fire Department and founded their own to serve Marquette Township. The department started with just 14 members and has grown since then...

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Nonpartisan volunteers train to observe Marquette County elections

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Volunteers across Marquette County are ready to observe the entirety of the election polls from open to closing on Tuesday. A nonpartisan project aims to maintain transparency in elections. The Michigan Election Observation Project trained over 40 Northern Michigan University students and retirees on Sunday. Marquette...

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‘If we didn’t have that communication, we wouldn’t have known’: Ishpeming holds State of the City meeting for community members

The focus of the event is to inform the community about what is going on in Ishpmeing and answer any questions they may have.

Ishpeming, MI · 8d

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One Phone Call Saved 27 Michigan Lake Sturgeon

A few Michigan hikers spotted three stranded lake sturgeon and made one phone call. That call eventually brought 27 threatened fish back to flowing water.

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Community Foundation of Marquette Co. announces Basic Needs Grant recipients

MARQUETTE COUNTY, Mich. (WLUC) - The Community Foundation of Marquette County (CFMC) announced its inaugural Basic Needs Grant recipients Friday. The grants are intended to support programs and services that provide access to basic necessities, including food, housing, clothing, and other critical resources. The Foundation says investing in organizations on the front lines of community service helps it ensure that individuals and families facing challenges can access the support they need to build stability and thrive.

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Monsters ran wild during Queen City Running Co. Halloween race

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Monsters didn’t run from an angry mob in Marquette on Saturday. Instead, runners did their best in the 11th annual Kids Monster Mile. The race was part of Queen City Running Co.’s annual Queen City Trick or Trot 5K/10K & Kids Monster Mile. 125 kids wore their best costumes from witches to hot dogs for the Monster Mile race.

Marquette, MI · 7d

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Downtown trunk or treat draws hundreds for Halloween fun

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – Halloween came early to downtown Saturday afternoon, and the weather couldn’t have been better for it. Hundreds of costumed kids and families packed main street for the downtown trunk or treat, hosted by Ishpeming Community Events. Decorated cars lined the streets as businesses, organizations, and community members handed out candy. Games were also strewn about the downtown area, such as toy axe-throwings and beanbag tossing…

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Marquette resident recognized for fight to expand personal needs allowance

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - A personal needs allowance, or PNA, is a monthly stipend that Medicaid allows nursing homes or long-term care residents to keep from their income. In Michigan, that amount is $60, and it hasn’t been changed since 1994. PNAs cover needs such as clothing, lotion, haircuts...

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Lifetime Achievement Award to be given to longtime Marquette civic leader

MARQUETTE, MI— A Marquette man is being honored next month with a 2026 Governor’s Service Award for his commitment to service and volunteerism. Dr. Robert Kulisheck will be the recipient of the Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award. For more than 50 years, he’s been one of the area’s most influential civic leaders.

Marquette, MI · 9d

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Michigan DNR still monitoring Ridge Fire in Marquette County

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says it is still monitoring a wildfire in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, adding that wind has recently contributed to its spread.

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Dickinson County Running Club to hold Halloween costume run in Iron Mountain

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - Dickinson County runners will take the streets of Iron Mountain for a costume Halloween run Saturday morning. The Dickinson County Running Club will meet at 8 a.m. CT at Queen City in downtown Iron Mountain. All are invited to wear a costume and participate in the event.

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Wildfires in Michigan's Upper Peninsula still ablaze after 3 weeks

Wildfires in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula have expanded in recent days due to high winds. Now, a fire in the Marquette area spans nearly 500 acres of forest land. Officials from the Department of Natural Resources say there are two smaller fires they are also working to put out. Much...

Marquette, MI · 9d

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33 Michiganders to be honored at 2026 Governor's Service Awards including Marquette man

FLINT, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Community Service Commission announced the 33 individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations who will be honored at the 2026 Governor's Service Awards on November 19, and one of the people being honored is a longtime Marquette community leader. Doctor Robert Kulisheck has been named as the recipient of the 2026 Governor George Romney Lifetime Achievement Award. The honor recognized individuals who have shown a lifelong commitment to community involvement and volunteer service. The 83 year old has spent more than five decades helping shape the Marquette region as an educator, elected official, nonprofit leader, and community advocate. During his 38 years at Northern Michigan University, he helped establish the university's Master of Public Administration program and created opportunities for students to pursue careers in public service. “For more than 50 years, Dr. Robert Kulisheck has been a foundational pillar of the Marquette community, weaving a thread of service through the very fabric of our region,” said NMU Board Trustee Greg Seppanen. “He brings his trademark tireless work ethic to every cause he touches.” He also helped found several organizations that continue to serve the community today, including Janzen House, Propylon Nonprofit

Marquette, MI · 9d

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High winds push Marquette County's Ridge Fire to nearly 500 acres

Gusty conditions pushed the western edge of the Ridge Fire across another 30 acres in Marquette County, bringing the blaze to nearly 500 acres while remaining inside established containment lines.Strong winds fueled two smaller Upper Peninsula wildfires over the weekend—the four-acre Game 2 Fire in Marquette Township and the 11-acre Silver Leaf Fire in Sands Township.The Ridge Fire is part of the three-fire Rugged Terrain Complex, which continues to smolder deep underground and will likely require season-ending rain or snow to be fully extinguished. MARQUETTE COUNTY, Mich. (WJMN/WBUP) — Gusty winds over the past several days pushed the western flank of the Ridge Fire in Marquette County across an additional 30 acres, expanding the wildfire's footprint to nearly 500 acres. Despite the recent growth, officials with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources say the blaze remains well within their established confinement zone. Located roughly 10 miles northwest of Marquette between County Road 510 and North Basin Drive, the fire continues to smolder deep inside the forest floor's duff layer—a dense bed of decaying leaves and organic matter. “We continue to monitor it daily from the air and on the ground, and we're keeping a close watch on it, so we

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Barr announces second record-breaking fundraising quarter in 2026 campaign

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – 1st Congressional District Seat Candidate Callie Barr has broken a second fundraising record for the district during her 2026 campaign. Back in July, Barr’s team reported over $440,000 in donations for her second campaign quarter of 2026. The Democrat announced last week that the 3rd quarter, between July 1 through September 30, brought in $725,000.. breaking the previous record set by Jack Bergman in 2016 at $590,000.

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W. Bluff Street in Marquette closing for the day on Tuesday

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - On Tuesday, Oct. 27, W. Bluff St. will be closed to through traffic from Sixth Street to Seventh Street due to a sanitary lateral replacement. This closure will begin at 7 a.m. on Tuesday and continue until the repair is completed, anticipated by end of day.

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Marquette Downtown Trick or Treat begins Saturday

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - TV6’s Ethan Desjardine and Michael Sobeck met with Michael Bradford from the Marquette Downtown Development Authority to discuss the festivities occurring at Marquette Downtown Trick or Treat on Halloween. Participating businesses will have signs in their windows displaying participation and will be providing trick-or-treaters with...

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Marquette City Commission makes decision on public healthcare costs

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Marquette City Commission made a decision regarding health care for city employees Monday night. The Commission voted to opt out of Michigan’s Public Act 152 for next year. Public Act 152 caps the amount a public employer can pay towards a public employee’s healthcare costs.

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