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2026 Mackinac Bridge Walk held

Today in History: 1974, Ford pardons Nixon

Today is Tuesday, Sept. 8, the 251st day of 2026. There are 114 days left in the year. Today in history: On Sept. 8, 1974, one month after taking office, President Gerald R. Ford granted a "full, free, and absolute pardon" to former President Richard Nixon for any crimes committed during ...

Marquette Community Foundation to host annual celebration

MARQUETTE — The Community Foundation of Marquette County will host its 2026 annual celebration from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday. The theme of this year’s event is, “Guided by Purpose.” The event is a celebration of the work CFMC has done, including a social hour, the organization’s annual meeting and the Catalyst Awards presentation. CFMC’s Catalyst Award recognizes the efforts of people who give back to the community through volunteer work or philanthropy while inspiring others to do the same. “This event is more than a celebration — it’s a heartfelt thank you,” ...

Amid ‘mass proliferation,’ Flock cameras emerge as key issue in Michigan election

As public concern grows around the use of Flock Safety cameras and other automated license plate readers, Michigan political candidates are calling for increased scrutiny and guardrails around the technology. On Wednesday, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Jocelyn Benson became the latest to ...

Trestle Hotel marks construction with official groundbreaking

MARQUETTE — On Friday, downtown Marquette marked construction at the future Trestle Hotel site with an official groundbreaking. “The Trestle will bring a new hotel to the downtown waterfront, along with a restaurant within the hotel that will provide another dining destination for ...

Haunted Hayride to return Oct. 15-17

MARQUETTE — The spooky vibes are upon us, and with them returns a local favorite — Marquette’s Haunted Hayride is set for Oct. 15-17 at the Marquette County “Scaregrounds.” “This is a fantastic seasonal community event put on by area, youth or nonprofit organizations, and 100% of ...