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The Detroit News

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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

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

Country Herald

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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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Discover The Michigan Town So Cheap Retirees Swear Social Security Covers Every Single Bill

Nobody expects to find their ideal retirement town by looking at the very tip of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, which is exactly why Ironwood keeps surprising people. This small city tucked against the Wisconsin border has quietly become one of the most genuinely affordable places to retire in the entire Midwest, and the retirees who’ve figured that out aren’t exactly rushing to spread the word.

Ironwood, MI · 1d
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UP man awarded Home Builders Association lifetime achievement award

CHOCOLAY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - Carol “Doc” Hicks was the recipient of the Home Builders Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. From growing up on a farm to becoming a professor at Northern Michigan University and serving as a member of the HBA since 1980, Hicks was always volunteering.

Marquette, MI · 1d

WLUC

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DNR and railroad exploring sale of 60 miles of rail

UPPER MICHIGAN, Mich. (WLUC) - The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Parks and Recreation Division is in discussions with Escanaba & Lake Superior Railroad about selling 60 miles of inactive railroad and acquiring it. The DNR and railroad officials last met on Sept. 25, focusing on all Escanaba & Lake...

Michigan · 3d

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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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Chilly, windy weather moves in with a few flakes possible

We’re going to wrap up the work week on a chilly note. A cold front moved through the area yesterday, shifting winds out of the north and ushering in a colder air mass that will stick around over the next few days. High temperatures this afternoon will struggle to...

Kewaunee County, WI · 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

WLUC

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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 · 22h

WLUC

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FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS: Intense snow bursts north through Friday

Strong Canadian Shield high pressure drives a colder airmass to Upper Michigan through the end of the work week, working with the warm surface waters of the Great Lakes to produce the U.P.’s first extended lake effect snow event of the fall season. First Alert Weather Days take effect...

Upper Peninsula Of Michigan, MI · 14h

WLUC

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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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Earl E. Byrds gives out free breakfast for veterans

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Veterans were able to enjoy free breakfast at Earl E. Byrds Wednesday. The veteran-owned restaurant had deals on its No. 1 and No. 2 Legendary Specials. Those include eggs, hash browns, either toast or pancakes, and a choice of meat. Deployed Capital’s Director of Marketing, Alayna...

Marquette, MI · 1d

My UP Now

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Michigan Veteran Homes D.J. Jacobetti Honors Veterans with Annual Ceremony

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Today is Veteran’s Day in the United States, and Michigan Veteran Homes D.J. Jacobetti celebrated with a morning ceremony for their service members. Each year, the ceremony is held at 11 a.m. on November 11, and veterans are joined by their families and community members for guest speakers honoring their time spent in the service. This year, the D.J. Jacobetti choir also performed some music during the ceremony. “Our veterans absolutely love coming to this ceremony. They always have really great things to say,” said Courtney Tweedale, director of nursing at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans. “They’re always very thankful that we do this, and we bring them together and we bring those from the community and our staff will come in on their days off. Everybody really enjoys it, and the members are always very thankful.” While Veteran’s Day can be a somber reminder of those that have been lost while serving in the military, it is also an opportunity to extend gratitude for veterans that may no longer be on the battlefield, but still serve their communities in various ways. “It’s extremely important to make sure that we are getting our veterans together

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