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Brock Tessman’s final day at Northern Michigan University

MARQUETTE – Northern Michigan University’s 17th president passed his final day in office on Monday. Brock Tessman leaves for Montana State University in the following days where he will serve as its next president. Tessman spent some time looking back on his presidency, what NMU's student ...

Ishpeming Italian Fest set for July 26

ISHPEMING — When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, it might just be Italian Fest weekend. The St. Rocco – St. Anthony Society of Ishpeming has announced the 126th annual Ishpeming Italian Fest, which will take place on Saturday, July 26 at Al Quaal Recreation Area. This ...

Baraga County target market analysis set

L’ANSE — The L’Anse Area Community Development Corporation has announced the upcoming distribution of the Baraga County Housing Target Market Analysis. The village of L’Anse received a housing readiness grant through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority in September to ...

MSU study: Pest-fighting plants might be polluting atmosphere

MARQUETTE — A powerful natural bug repellent is hiding in some of our plants, but Michigan State University researchers said it may also be making our air dirtier, raising new concerns about crop science and climate. The chemical is called isoprene and it helps plants fight off insects. ...

Roadside utility work ongoing through summer

MARQUETTE – The Marquette Board of Light & Power has announced that utility work will be taking place along various roadsides throughout the summer months. Crews will be working to upgrade and maintain critical infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable service for all residents. Crews ...

Body of second victim in canoeing accident recovered

KEWEENAW COUNTY — The Keweenaw County Sheriff's Department reports a second individual was recovered from water that was involved in the capsized canoe incident in Copper Harbor over the weekend. On Sunday, the Keweenaw County sheriff reported a the body of a second individual was located in ...