Hiawatha National Forest seeks public help with reforestation effort
GLADSTONE — The U.S. Forest Service is looking for a few, well, a lot more than a few, good pinecones, to support an effort that could help shape the region’s forests for decades to come — one pinecone at a time. Beginning today, the agency will accept jack and red pinecones as part of ...
First Bank Upper Michigan marks grand opening of new Marquette branch
MARQUETTE – The Lake Superior Community Partnership assisted First Bank Upper Michigan with a ribbon-cutting celebration on Sept. 25, marking the grand opening of the bank’s new Marquette branch at 2065 U.S. 41 West. The grand opening celebration welcomed customers, community members and ...
Bay film series announces fall schedule
ESCANABA — The Bay Film Series at Bay College announces its Fall 2026 schedule. For over 30 years, the Film Series has celebrated the art of filmmaking, showcasing art house, international and award-winning movies. The series begins on Oct. 22, with the independent film "Olmo," billed as ...
Gas prices drop
MARQUETTE — Average gasoline prices in Michigan have fallen 22.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.43/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 4,913 stations in Michigan. Prices in Michigan are 42.9 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand $1.37/g higher than a year ...
American Legion Post 44 to host fish fry
MARQUETTE — American Legion Post 44 will host a fish fry Friday, Oct. 9, offering a selection of seafood and other meals to the public. The event will run from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 44, which is located at 700 W. Bluff St., in Marquette. The menu will include whitefish, cod, shrimp and chicken strips. Diners can choose between a baked potato or french fries and all meals will include coleslaw. Takeout orders can be called in beginning at 3:30 p.m. at 906-225-0781, with pickup times beginning at 4:30 p.m. The fish fry is open to the public and community ...