Lily Simmons
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Student vaping continues to be a problem at Marquette Area Public Schools
The district’s youth services officer says it can be difficult to catch a student in the act. → Read More
Marquette man to photograph 1,000th consecutive sunrise this weekend
Bugsy Sailor has woken up every day to take a picture of the sunrise since January 1, 2019. → Read More
Staffing shortages continue for many restaurants after pandemic unemployment benefits end
According to the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association, 88% of hotels and restaurants do not have enough employees on staff to keep up with business. → Read More
Michigan Cares for Tourism repairs facilities at Bond Falls
Volunteers rebuilt the walkway on the bridge overlooking the falls. They also updated the paint on bathrooms and ticket booths. → Read More
Velodrome Coffee now available at Sawyer International Airport
The next time you need a pick-me-up before an early morning flight, a Marquette coffee shop has you covered. → Read More
Breweries prepare for 12th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Fest
Barrel + Beam is one of 85 Michigan breweries vending at the festival. → Read More
Residents urged to check smoke detector batteries and placement
Smoke alarm batteries should be tested monthly to ensure they are working properly. → Read More
Ishpeming Taco Bell to open in September
Franchisee Border Foods is looking to hire 25 team members, including managers. → Read More
4-H members prepare to show animals at the Marquette County Fair
Five cousins have spent months training pigs and lambs for the fair. → Read More
Blueberry Festival returns to downtown Marquette
This year’s festival featured fewer vendors than usual to promote social distancing. → Read More
Kids can learn to swim at Marquette County YMCA
Swimming lessons are open to children of any skill level. → Read More
Founders Landing pier construction closes boardwalk and part of bike path
A detour is in place to safely reroute bike traffic around the construction area. → Read More
Vaccination rates continue to dwindle amid MI Shot to Win Sweepstakes
From July 1 - July 12, 58,034 Michigan residents were vaccinated. In the two weeks prior to the sweepstakes announcement, 78,362 were vaccinated. → Read More
Reducing your risk of skin cancer this summer
Dr. Gregory Sulik recommends wearing a hat, sunglasses, and a broad spectrum sunscreen. → Read More
Animal Medical Center sees influx of first-time pet owners during pandemic, adjusts to curbside operations
To keep up with increased demand and to keep COVID-19 from spreading, vets began meeting clients at their vehicles. → Read More
DNR receives $300,000 to renovate Little Presque Isle Recreation Area
The money is provided by the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund. → Read More
Marquette County man loses nearly $1,000 to real estate scam
Kevin Teehan found an ad for a Marquette house on Craigslist. He sent the scammer $980. → Read More
Marquette travel agency sees increase in business as some European countries lift travel restrictions
Croatia, Greece, and Iceland are currently open to U.S. travelers. Full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required. → Read More
Construction halfway finished on condos inside Marquette’s Customs House
The sandstone structure was originally built in the 1860s by a Civil War veteran. → Read More
Students at eligible schools impacted by COVID-19 may qualify for pandemic food assistance
P-EBT provides benefits for students who miss school lunches because of pandemic-related closures. → Read More