QUESTION: What was Marquette resident Carl Hjalmar Peterson’s claim to fame? A. He invented the outboard motor B. He toured as a singer and entertainer C. He invented the game Guts Frisbee D. He was the last Lightkeeper at the Marquette Harbor Lighthouse

“Upon this site the New York and Lake Superior Mining Company commenced mining operations in the summer of 1845, Edward Larned (Learned), Manager.” Marquette County Historical Marker on Presque Isle, 1927 MARQUETTE — Prior to the founding of the village of Marquette, the New York and ...

MARQUETTE — Community colleges and Democratic lawmakers say they hope to secure $20 to $30 million to allow public high school students to enroll in college classes at no cost to local school districts. Since 1996, students and their families have not been required to pay most fees ...

QUESTION: What was notable about the Cornish Wrestling match between Alf Davey and John Shea held in Ishpeming on July 20, 1907? A. For many years it held the record as the longest wrestling match in history. B. The crowd of spectators supporting Davey started a riot when Shea won. C. Shea ...

MACKINAC ISLAND — In 1872 Yellowstone was established as the first National Park. Many people will tell you that the second national park, Yosemite, was designated in 1890, 18 years later, but this overlooks the existence of Mackinac National Park, which existed from 1875 to 1895. Mackinac ...