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100 years of the Vista: Organizers push to revive condemned Negaunee theater with centennial event
Negaunee's historic Vista Theater is officially turning 100 years old this fall, and community leaders are rallying to bring the currently condemned property back to its former glory. Organizers are planning a major centennial celebration on November 8 at the Negaunee High School Auditorium. To make the milestone a reality, theater leaders are calling on former performers, volunteers, and the public to submit old photos, video stories, and memories to help honor a century of local history.
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Blues legend John Primer to play at Ore Dock Brewing Co. this Saturday
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A blues legend is coming to Ore Dock Brewing Co. this Saturday. John Primer will be in Marquette thanks to the Marquette Area Blues Society. This concert will be the society’s third of four shows for the year. Marquette Area Blues Society Board Member Mark...
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Final Music on Third of the summer brings thousands to downtown Marquette
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – A handful of local talent took to the street Thursday evening, as the final installment of Music on Third kicked off. The Marquette DDA says its one of the area’s most populated reoccurring events. After a cancellation in July from harmful air qualities, August’s Music on Third gathered a record of over 4,000 visitors.
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Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum to celebrate the season with Fall Fest
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum is bringing in fall with family fun and a little history too. The Museum’s Fall Fest will be held on Saturday. Vendors will be selling everything from food to arts and crafts outside of the museum in Ishpeming. Money raised...
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Marquette Fire Department collects donations for ‘Fill da Boot’ during final Music on Third
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The final Music on Third wrapped up for the summer as the Marquette City Fire Department got in on the action as well. The Marquette DDA says this was a record year for Music on Third, with August being particularly popular. Along with the 18 bands playing, the Marquette Fire Department held its annual ‘Fill the Boot’ campaign, which helps raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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Michigan bands to rock out at LoveMarq Church’s ‘All For One Fest’
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - LoveMarq Church is going to be rocking the weekend with a concert that music lovers won’t want to miss. Ten Michigan bands will be playing for All for One Fest. The festival promises a whole day of music and fun for everyone to enjoy. Some...
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U.P. Fall Beer Fest Celebrates 17th Annual Event
The 17th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Fest took place on Saturday, September 12 in Marquette at Mattson Park in Lower Harbor. Hosted by the Michigan Brewer’s Guild, breweries from the Upper and Lower Peninsulas travelled to lower harbor to showcase the very best of their beer. Over 60 breweries...
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Friends of the Library book sale kicks off as Ishpeming library faces crucial millage vote
Book lovers can stock up and support a local institution this weekend at the Friends of the Ishpeming Library fall book sale. The event comes as the library faces a critical November millage vote that leaders say is necessary to protect current hours and prevent drastic budget cuts. COPYRIGHT 2026...
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Dancing With Our Stars returns to support UP Hospice Foundation
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Dancing With Our Stars - Marquette County Style is preparing to return to the stage, bringing local dancers together to raise money for the U.P. Hospice Foundation. Organizer Dave Aro joins John Redfield on the TV6 Morning News to share what people can expect, how the...
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Annual Jiikakamiigad Pow Wow moves to Al Quaal Recreation Area for weekend of cultural celebration
The annual Jiikakamiigad Pow Wow returns to Ishpeming this weekend, relocating to the Al Quaal Recreation Area to safely accommodate growing crowds. Guests can experience local vendors, a community feast, and sacred ceremonies, with grand entries scheduled for 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP...
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Lakenenland: A sobriety journey created this incredible ‘junkyard art’ roadside attraction in Michigan’s U.P.
MARQUETTE, MI —What began as one man’s path to sobriety has grown into one of Michigan’s most unusual roadside attractions: Lakenenland. This free, 37-acre sculpture park sits 15 miles east of Marquette where more than 120 pieces of scrap metal have been transformed into incredible art. Tom...
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‘Bringing Anish Back to Ish’: UMT highlights Jiikakamiigad Powwow
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The Jiikakamiigad Powwow is “Bringing Anish Back to Ish” for the second year in a row. Committee members say 2025’s celebration marked the first Jiikakamiigad Powwow in more than 20 years. After successfully welcoming all at Ishpeming’s Lake Bancroft Pavilion, this powwow’s growth calls for a bigger space.
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Boogie Fest Too put the rock n’ roll in Rock
ROCK, Mich. (WLUC) - A music festival put the rock and roll in Rock on Sunday for Labor Day weekend. People enjoyed 12 musical acts over four days for the 6th annual Boogie Festival Too. The bands included genres like country, blues and rock so everyone had a song to dance to.
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Annual Labor Day parade and picnic in Negaunee sees strong turnout
NEGAUNEE, Mich. (WLUC) - More than one dozen labor and union groups started their Labor Day celebration with a parade down Iron Street in Negaunee. Union members passed out candy to the crowd. Afterwards, union groups, including the Marquette-Alger Community Labor Council and the U.P. Regional Labor Federation, held a...
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Friday Night Fever Week Two (Part Two) Highlights and Scores
UPPER MICHIGAN. (WLUC) - Friday Night Fever closed out its back-to-back weeks of doubleheaders Friday. TV6 Sports made it to four games around the U.P. and has scores posted from the other teams in action. Our TV6 Game of the Week presented by Nicolet National Bank was Gogebic at Norway, which was highlighted yesterday.
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Endless Summer Festival ends season with music, food for all to enjoy
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - A Marquette business is looking to end summer with a bang through a music-filled day. Blackrocks Brewery will host its Endless Summer Festival this weekend. Around 10 bands will play throughout the day, both inside and out. The day will include artists selling their work, Geoff...