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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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NMU volunteers clean veterans’ gravestones at Ishpeming Cemetery
People scrubbed gravestones clean at the Ishpeming Cemetery Saturday morning.
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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...
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AG Nessel files testimony to ‘slash’ UPPCO’s electric rate hike request; UPPCO says it ‘stands behind’ its filing
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New housing development begins in Ishpeming
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new townhome development project has begun in Ishpeming. The Niemi Group and members of First Bank broke ground Thursday morning on a site along Malton Road. The property will feature six luxury townhomes, adding 12 housing units in total. The project is currently in it’s foundation stage for two of the buildings, which are expected to be completed by spring of 2027.
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City of Norway seeks public input on recreation, master plans
NORWAY, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The City of Norway is asking residents and visitors to weigh in on the community's future through a survey focused on recreation and long-term development. The survey is part of the city's work to develop its 2027-2032 Recreation Plan and 2028 Master Plan.According to the city, the Recreation Plan will identify goals and potential projects for recreational development in Norway. The city's Parks and Recreation Board is guiding that process.The Planning Commission is overseeing development of the Master Plan, which will outline development goals, help guide land-use decisions and identify community needs over the next 20 years.City officials say feedback collected through the survey will be incorporated into both plans. People who live, work or spend recreational time in Norway are encouraged to participate.The survey can be completed online at SurveyMonkey.com/r/NorwayRECMP .Paper copies are also available for pickup and drop-off at several locations, including:Norway City Hall, 915 Main St.Norway-Vulcan Senior Center, 608 Main St.Dickinson County Library, 620 Section St. in Norway.Completed surveys can also be mailed to the City of Norway at P.O. Box 99, Norway, MI 49870.Questions about the survey can be directed to Associate Planner Eric Szymanski with CUPPAD at (906) 280-8695 or eszymanski@cuppad.org.