The rate of deaths from ischemic heart disease related to obesity nearly tripled in the U.S. over a two-decade span, according to new research. The rate for men more than tripled. Black adults, middle-aged men, and people living in the Midwest and non-metropolitan areas had the highest rates ...
MARQUETTE — A program of music and delicious Finnish food to celebrate Finnish Christmas and Independence Day is planned for Saturday at Messiah Lutheran Church in Magnuson Hall. Messiah is located at 305 W. Magnetic St., in Marquette. All are welcome to attend. The program is presented by the Lake Superior chapter of the Finlandia Foundation National. President Ron Hill will begin with a short review of how the Finns have celebrated their Independence Day since 1917. Musicial selections will include Oscar Forsman playing his accordion, Tanja Stanaway leading singing of familiar ...
MARQUETTE — Dr. Justine Nakintu, American Association of University Women International Fellow from Uganda’s Mbarara University of Science and Technology, will share her research on sustainable agriculture and food preservation at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Women’s Federated Clubhouse, 104 W. Ridge St., Marquette. This event is free and open to the public. Currently conducting research at Northern Michigan University’s Earth, Environmental and Geographical Sciences Department, Dr. Nakintu combines GIS mapping and laboratory studies to help Ugandan farmers optimize jackfruit ...
MARQUETTE — From 5-8 p.m. Dec. 27, there will be a reception for artist Linnea Songer at Wintergreen Hill Gallery and Gifts. Songer is one of the resident artists of Wintergreen Hill Gallery. Her original wildlife illustrations will be available for purchase throughout the month of December, as well as prints of each of her works. At the reception, there will be art, snacks, and a chance to meet the artist. Wintergreen Hill Gallery and Gifts is located at 810 N. Third St., in Marquette.
MARQUETTE — At 7 p.m. Jan. 23, at Kaufman Auditorium in Marquette, Jack Deo and Jim Koski will share “Legends and Lore II - Even More Legendary,” more stories of amazing individuals and historical quirks from throughout Marquette County’s 170+ year history. From community-defining moments to the people who built the U.P. to moments that may make you go “I remember that!,” the show will bring to light some forgotten aspects of local history with pictures, facts and a good deal of laughs. Tickets are on sale now and they make great gifts. All tickets are general seating ...
MARQUETTE—The Superior Health Foundation’s annual gala will be held again next fall in the ballroom at the Northern Center on the campus of Northern Michigan University in Marquette. Proceeds from the gala will benefit a nonprofit partner selected by the gala committee and the Superior Health Foundation. The SHF is accepting gala partner applications through Jan. 3 and will select a partner in early January. Partners will be asked to help secure sponsorships and items for the silent auction and fill at least two guest tables. The application is available through the Superior ...
