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Application period for Michigan elk hunt opens Friday

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MARQUETTE — With the application period for Michigan’s elk season opening Friday, May 1, hunters should be aware of several key changes to the popular hunt. On April 8, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission voted to establish elk hunting regulations for the 2026 and 2027 seasons. ...

County board cancels special meeting relating to FBO

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MARQUETTE — The Marquette County Board held a special meeting on Friday, with an agenda item of “Termination of Contract with Kubick Aviation Services, Inc. for Non-Payment & Contract Default.” During this session, the county’s civil council, Alex Berger, stated that “we ...

2026 Pure Awards presented at statewide tourism conference

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TRAVERSE CITY – A locally-based promotional group has won a top state award for its work advancing the cause that is the greater Marquette area. The Pure Award is a program initiated by Michigan Cares for Tourism. It honors tourism sites, attractions, organizations and individuals that work ...

Bay College president elected to AACC board of directors


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ESCANABA – Bay College President Dr. Nerita Hughes has been elected to serve as an Institutional Representative on the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) Board of Directors. Her term will begin on July 1. The AACC’s 32-member board represents community colleges across the ...

Legion poppies to start blooming

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MARQUETTE — The Richard M. Jopling Unit 44 of the American Legion Auxiliary will distribute memorial poppies throughout the month of May in honor of fallen service members and in support of veterans and their families. Poppies will be available May 8–10 during the Mother’s Day Craft ...