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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 ...

IPD warns of ‘spoofing’ scam

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ISHPEMING — The Ishpeming Police Department has released a statement warning residents of a financial scam. “Investigation into the scam shows the suspect(s) are likely based in Mexico or overseas,” said the statement. “The suspect(s) utilize spoofing tactics to appear as a trusted ...

MARSP spring session coming up

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MARQUETTE — The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel invites all retired school personnel, including teachers and all support staff, to its spring meeting. The session will take place at 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 6, at the Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St., ...

New 9-hole course at Island

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HARRIS — The Island Resort & Casino, has announced that the new Cedar Course (Kishki), a nine-hole layout, is set to open for preview play in July, with a full opening slated for 2027. The Cedar Course becomes the third course at the Upper Peninsula resort, joining the acclaimed ...