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Manistique achieves MEDC’s Redevelopment Ready Communities “Essentials” status

MANISTIQUE — For its efforts in establishing a more streamlined development process and overall community development vision, the city of Manistique has achieved the Redevelopment Ready Communities Essentials designation, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced recently.  Launched statewide in 2013, RRC is a voluntary initiative which empowers communities to shape their future as they strive to become RRC Certified by building a foundation of planning, zoning and economic development best practices and integrating them into their everyday functions. RRC promotes ...

Esky hotel honored

ESCANABA – Bay College is proud to recognize Terrace Bay Hotel as the 2026 Hospitality Sponsor of Strings on the Bay, the college’s annual summer chamber music concert series, according to a college press release. By providing accommodations for visiting artists throughout the concert season, Terrace Bay Hotel helps continue the longstanding tradition of bringing exceptional musical performances and cultural experiences to the Upper Peninsula community. Strings on the Bay has served the community for decades by presenting professional chamber music performances in an intimate ...

Father’s Day brunch set

MARQUETTE — Enjoy a delicious brunch buffet this Father's Day, from 10 a.m.-noon. at the Marquette Elks Lodge, 127 N. Front St. Brunch includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, country fried potatoes, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, fresh fruit, coffee, tea and orange juice.

LWV session on primary coming up

MARQUETTE — The League of Women Voters of Marquette County, a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed, active participation in government while working to increase understanding of policy issues and public policy through education and advocacy, invites all citizens to a free event at 6:30 p.m. July 25 at the Women’s Federated Clubhouse, 104 W. Ridge St., in Marquette. Mark Brewer, a long-time election consultant and lawyer, will speak on Challenges in Michigan Elections 2026.  Brewer has been the litigator for the League of Women Voters of Michigan in the past and ...

NAMI Alger Marquette final picnic

MARQUETTE — After 39 years of providing mental health support and education to our local communities, NAMI Alger Marquette has concluded its affiliation with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. It invites those who have participated in or benefited from its affiliate's efforts to join them for a goodbye celebration picnic at the Presque Isle Pavilion at noon Tuesday, June 23. Please bring your lunch if you're so inclined. Organizers look forward to sharing NAMI stories and appreciate your support over the years.