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60 years ago MARQUETTE — Sales tax collection in Marquette County during July totaled $317,664.50, the Michigan Department of Revenue announced in its August bulletin. The figure was the highest of any of the Upper Peninsula’s 15 counties, Delta County was second with $188,647.99. In Marquette County, with population listed at 60,000, a breakdown of the major sources of tax revenues showed the following: returns, 893; building materials, $20,815; general merchandise, $26,380; food, $92, 877; automotive, $64,377; apparel, $12,458; furniture, $8,765; miscellaneous retail stores, ...

Gas prices dip

MARQUETTE — Average gasoline prices in Michigan have fallen 19.5 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.46/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 4,913 stations in Michigan. Prices in Michigan are 45.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand $1.70/g higher than a year ...

Bird alliance to meet

MARQUETTE — The Laughing Whitefish Bird Alliance will host its next meeting at 7 tonight in the Community Room at Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Jeff Towner, wildlife biologist and president of the LWBA will present a travelogue of breeding sites of South American sea lions, southern elephant seals, magellanic penguins and other wildlife on the Atlantic Coast of Argentina. For information visit laughingwhitefishbirdalliance.com.

Negaunee Public Library to hold Halloween Party

NEGAUNEE — The Negaunee Public Library is hosting a Halloween party, planned by the Junior Teen Advisory Group, from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday. There will be fun for all ages, including nut-free snacks, a haunted house, games and more. All participants should be sure to stop by the circulation ...

Frailing’s Electric Company to mark 60 years

ISHPEMING — For nearly six decades, Frailing’s Electric Company has been a trusted name in the Ishpeming community, providing electrical services to homes and businesses throughout the area. Soon, the family-owned business will celebrate 60 years of operation, marking a significant ...

Legion fish fry coming up

MARQUETTE — The American Legion post, located at 700 W. Bluff St., Marquette, will hold a fish fry from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday. The menu will feature white fish, cod, shrimp and chicken strips with a choice of baked potato or french fries. All meals include cole slaw. Call for take out ...