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Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Is Getting Its First European-Style Christmas Market This November

A hotel parking lot is about to turn into a little village of 20 or more decorated wooden huts. Holiday lights, festive music, and bonfires are all part of the plan. I can’t imagine a better use for a patch of pavement in late November. The menu leans Finnish...

Ishpeming, MI · 1d
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Michigan Cannabis Votes Could Unlock Millions In Investment, New Jobs And Tax Revenue

LANSING — Michigan voters opened the door to additional cannabis businesses Tuesday, putting millions of dollars in reported private investment, potential new jobs and hundreds of thousands of dollars in annual local tax revenue into play. Menominee voters approved raising the city’s marijuana retail-license limit from nine to 13,...

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Menominee voters support more marijuana licenses

MENOMINEE — In an about-face from a year ago, Menominee voters convincingly support increasing the number of cannabis retailer licenses from nine to 13. The unofficial totals from the ballot initiative on Tuesday’s fall election show 1,812 votes (just under 60%) for increasing the total, with 1,222 votes against. Just over 3,030 people voted on the question. It was nearly a complete reversal from 2025 when citizens twice voted to cap the retailer licenses at nine. Both votes were above 75% in favor of the cap, although voter turnout in those elections was considerably smaller than this year. So what changed? Puff owner Nick Hannawa, lead attorney Jennifer Green and Menominee Mayor Casey Hoffman say educating voters through a multi-faceted campaign helped people understand what was at stake in this election. “I think when we discovered all the information we did, residents realized that there was serious wrongdoing that had taken place,” Hannawa said. “They realized the first election was a sham ballot committee that was paid for by competition (Lume Cannabis) to keep competitors out. I don’t think a lot of people that voted in that last election realized it would hurt an innocent business like Puff that came

Menominee, MI · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

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‘Pretty Cool': Larry Riccio's Family Is Giving the 60-Foot Spruce That Outgrew Their Iron Mountain Property Since 1986 as Michigan's 40th State Christmas Tree

The Larry Riccio family's 60-foot Iron Mountain spruce is harvested Nov. 5 and lit on the Lansing Capitol lawn Nov. 20 as Michigan's state Christmas tree.

Iron Mountain, MI · 2d

My UP Now

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Escanaba’s Garber named Michigan’s top assistant principal

ESCANABA, Mich. (RRN) — Jessica Garber, assistant principal of Escanaba Jr./Sr. High School, has been named Michigan’s 2027 Middle School Assistant Principal of the Year by the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Garber was surprised with the award by MASSP Executive Director Colin Ripmaster during a schoolwide assembly attended by students, teachers, family and Escanaba Area Public Schools leadership. “Jess exhibits unwavering dedication to the education profession and has a profound passion for supporting our students and staff every single day. She’s driven by a deep commitment to continuous personal and professional growth and consistently strives to elevate the standards of leadership within our district. Her tireless efforts help create a nurturing, high-achieving environment where our entire school community can thrive,” said Dr. Coby Fletcher, Escanaba Area Public Schools Superintendent. Since joining Escanaba in 2020, Garber has led initiatives that respond to changing student needs and create new opportunities for learning and connection. After recognizing the growing impact of technology and social media on students, she facilitated a schoolwide study of the documentary Screenagers, bringing students, staff and families together for conversations about technology use and its role in their lives. Garber also worked with educators to develop and

Escanaba, MI · 1d

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Refrigerated ice rink being installed in Escanaba’s Ludington Park

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – A new cold-weather recreation opportunity is coming to Escanaba later this month. In the summer, Enhance Escanaba raised $75,000 and secured a matching grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to purchase a refrigerated ice rink. The nonprofit also qualified for an additional $25,000 to make the rink handicap accessible.

Escanaba, MI · 1d

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Results for the 64th and 96th district judge races

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The race for Marquette County 96th District judge was a tight one. Derek Swajanen beat Patrick Crowley with 52% of the vote. After 30 years of criminal defense work, Judge-elect Swajanen says he’ll be bringing a different perspective to the bench when sworn in. “As...

Marquette County, MI · 21h

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Michigan Targets 721 Acres Near Crystal Falls for Deer Yards, Turtles, Trails

Two privately owned properties totaling 721 acres near Crystal Falls are under consideration for public acquisition by Michigan forestry and wildlife officials. The land includes river and lake frontage, wildlife habitat and areas used by anglers, but is currently closed to the public. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has requested more than $1 million in grants to purchase the properties.

Crystal Falls, MI · 1d

WLUC

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West End Craft and Vendor Show set to return to Ishpeming Township Saturday

ISHPEMING TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - If you’re looking for family-friendly activities to enjoy this weekend, a craft show is returning to Ishpeming Township to bring crafters and customers together. Saturday, Nov. 7, more than 60 vendors will be at Aspen Ridge Elementary for the West End Craft and Vendor...

Ishpeming, MI · 21h

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Escanaba voters approve school millage proposal

ESCANABA, Mich. (WZMQ) – According to unofficial results tallied by the Delta County Clerk’s Office, roughly 52% of voters approved an operating millage proposal for Escanaba Area Public Schools. In 2016, voters supported a 15-year millage at a rate of 18 mills. However, property values have since risen...

Escanaba, MI · 2d

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DNR: Craig Lake, Black River fires fully contained; Ridge Fire 85% contained

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has announced that the Craig Lake and Black River fires, two of three Upper Peninsula fires that started last month, are now fully contained. The Ridge Fire, just north of Marquette, is about 85% contained. Recent heavy rainfall has helped extinguish deep pockets of hot spots, according to Keith Murphy, DNR resource protection manager for the Upper Peninsula. "Recent heavy rainfall has considerably helped extinguish deep pockets of hot spots," Murphy said. "Upcoming weather, including a forecast with potential snow, will also help in containment." The 600-acre Craig Lake Fire sits at the north end of Craig Lake State Park in Baraga County. A DNR pilot detected the fire Oct. 8. The DNR later confirmed a lightning strike caused it. The 350-acre Black River Fire is located 4 miles south of Wakefield. Detected Oct. 11, the U.S. Forest Service initially managed the fire. The DNR took over management Oct. 13. Lightning also caused this fire. The Ridge Fire covers about 500 acres, 10 miles northwest of Marquette. It sits north of the Dead River Basin and west of County Road 510. A DNR pilot spotted the fire Oct.

Marquette, MI · 1d

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Voters decide key Upper Peninsula school, library, jail ballot measures

Voters across the Upper Peninsula decided several key local ballot proposals on Tuesday, bringing mixed results for area schools, libraries, and county services: Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library: Voters overwhelmingly approved a 2.5-mill operating tax to support library services. Gwinn Area Community Schools: The district's bond proposal fell just 14 votes short of passing, marking the fifth consecutive defeat for a Gwinn school bond. Escanaba Area Public Schools: Voters approved an operating millage to secure crucial general fund dollars for daily operations and classroom resources. Houghton County: For the fifth time, voters rejected a proposed county jail millage, with 58% voting against the measure amid record-setting voter turnout. For complete local election results and community coverage, visit MyUPNow.com.

Ishpeming, MI · 1d

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Marquette City voters elect three city commission seats

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – A local election for three seats in the Marquette City Commission welcomes two new faces to the city’s legislative branch. Voters have re-elected Paul Schloegel to his position with 19% of votes, and Marcella Krupski (22%) and Kevin Klegg (17%) will take over for the city’s two outgoing commissioners.

Marquette, MI · 2d

WLUC

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ELECTION RESULTS: Anna Aho Rink projected to win 109th House District

Anna Aho Rink is the projected winner of the 109th State House District Race.

Marquette, MI · 2d

WLUC

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Gwinn Area Community Schools bond proposal fails for 5th time

GWINN, Mich. (WLUC) - Gwinn Area Community Schools had a bond proposal on the ballot. It was a 1.89-mills proposal asking for just under $25 million. If passed, the bond would have been used for additions to both the elementary and middle-high school, with one priority being fixing the roofs.

Gwinn, MI · 1d

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Aho-Rink Delivers 109th State House Seat To Democrats

CLICK TO HEAR CALEB GORDON’S INTERVIEW WITH ANNA AHO-RINK. Marquette’s Anna Aho-Rink rode a blue wave to a victory early Wednesday morning in the 109th state house district race. Aho-Rink defeated incumbent Republican Karl Bohnak in a race called at just after midnight, returning the traditionally-blue seat to Democrats after one term in Republican hands.

Michigan · 2d

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How community training prepares future doctors to serve all Michigan communities

When Dr. Karmyn Vickery began her clinical training in Marquette, she found herself standing beside surgeons helping with procedures that she might have watched in a traditional medical school. Without surgical residents between her and the attending physician, the medical student had opportunities to participate directly in care. She says...

Marquette, MI · 1d

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Iron Mountain family donates 60-foot spruce as Michigan’s state Christmas tree

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - The Larry Riccio family of Iron Mountain is donating a 60-foot spruce tree to serve as this year’s state Christmas tree in Lansing. The tree was harvested Thursday during the Michigan State Christmas Tree Harvest ceremony. It is the fifth tree Dickinson County has sent to the state Capitol in 25 years.

Iron Mountain, MI · 21h

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ELECTION RESULTS: Anna Aho Rink projected to win 109th House District

UPPER MICHIGAN. (WLUC) - Democratic candidate Anna Aho Rink is the projected winner of the 109th State House District Race. Aho Rink secured a majority of the votes, beating out Republican Incumbent Karl Bohnak on Tuesday. See full results from the national, state and local elections here. Learn more about...

Marquette, MI · 2d

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Dickinson County reports 1,795 early in-person votes

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WLUC) - Dickinson County released its early in-person vote total, with 1,795 votes cast during the nine-day window available to county voters. In the presidential election year, 3,671 people voted early in person in Dickinson County. According to poll workers at Iron Mountain City Hall, voters turned...

Dickinson County, MI · 2d