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Ski jumping harkens back to 1880s in Marquette County
Superior History
Skiing jumping arrived in Marquette County in the early 1880s, brought by Norwegian immigrants to the area. It had long been a sport in the old country and quickly caught on here. The earliest world-record ski jumps were made in Norway. The first is credited to Olaf Rye, a Norwegian-Danish ...
Report warns Michigan’s teacher shortage goes beyond staffing
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As Michigan grapples with an ongoing teacher shortage, a new report says the state is also falling short when it comes to building a diverse educator workforce. According to EdTrust-Midwest, just over 11% of Michigan teachers are people of color, even though nearly 40% of the state’s ...
Warming centers available to locals affected by power outages
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MARQUETTE — Local warming centers have been opened for those affected by the power outages caused by this week’s blizzard. The warming centers are set up to offer a place to charge devices for those who may not have the ability to do so at home. Warming center locations are as ...
New Year’s Eve party to be held at Marquette Elks Lodge
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MARQUETTE — The Marquette Elks Lodge, located at 127 N. Front St. in Marquette, will be ringing in 2026 tonight with a party. The event kicks off at 6 p.m. and music will be provided by the DayDreamers from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Admission is $7 and the event will include light snacks and ...
U.P. Moments in History
Superior History
A view of the small town of Princeton, just outside of Gwinn, in a long ago day. (Photo courtesy of Jack Deo, Superior View Photography, www.viewsofthepast.com)