Today in History: April 24, the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin By The Associated Press Today is Friday, April 24, the 114th day of 2026. There are 251 days left in the year. Today in history: On April 24, 1916, Irish republicans launched the Easter Rising, a rebellion against British rule in ...
MARQUETTE — The organization Humane World for Animals, previously the Humane Society of the United States, is celebrating the milestone of 200 local laws nationwide restricting traveling wild animal acts, such as circuses. The City of Marquette passed that 200th law in January, titled ...
ISHPEMING — On this Workers Memorial Day on Tuesday, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health turn 55 years old and the Mine Safety and Health Administration is nearly 50 years old. The laws creating these agencies ...
MARQUETTE — From 1-4 p.m. May 2, Marquette’s chapter of ABUMCS will host a Family Field Day at the MARESA office on Ohio Street in Marquette. The event is free and will feature a variety of outdoor activities designed for people of all abilities. “ABUMCS is a national nonprofit ...
MARQUETTE – Michigan’s tourism industry is preparing for another busy season, with strong visitor demand expected across the state. However, industry experts warn that staffing challenges remain a key concern. In tourism-dependent destinations such as Mackinac Island, preparing for ...