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Fall leaf collection placement

MARQUETTE — As fall brush and leaf cleanup preparations begin, please remember not to place leaves in the road or along the curb line. This causes leaves to collect in the storm drains and creates flooding in the streets. This sediment is also entering the storm drain system with the potential of plugging the storm water main. Leaves must be placed behind the curb line, not in the street. Residents not complying will be in violation of Section 38-22(c) of the Marquette City Code. Please do not place leaves around light poles or electrical poles. We are also reminding motorists to ...

TruNorth Federal Credit Union supports Habitat for Humanity

MARQUETTE — Marquette County Habitat for Humanity will welcome Kevin Dinser of TruNorth Federal Credit Union for a check presentation at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at McClellan Meadows, located on North McClellan Avenue between Fair Avenue and Wright Street in Marquette. The presentation will celebrate a $19,000 investment in affordable housing throughout Marquette County, made possible by TruNorth’s $4,000 contribution and a $15,000 matching grant from FHLBI. TruNorth’s initial contribution helped MCHFH secure the additional funding through FHLBI’s Community Multiplier – Member Match ...

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Today in History: October 24, the United Nations officially launches

Today in History: October 24, the United Nations officially launches By The Associated Press Today is Saturday, Oct. 24, the 297th day of 2026. There are 68 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 24, 1945, the United Nations formally came into existence as the Charter of the ...

Jasper Ridge Brewery marks 30 years of craft brewing

ISHPEMING — Jasper Ridge Brewery celebrated 30 years of brewing in Ishpeming on Oct. 22, marking three decades of craft beer, community connections and tradition in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The Lake Superior Community Partnership assisted Jasper Ridge Brewery in commemorating its 30th ...

Trappers education to be available

ESCANABA — The Upper Peninsula Trappers Association is hosting a Trapper Education Class 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Great Lakes Sports Club, 5211 19th Ave. North, Escanaba. Prior to this in-person field day, students must complete an online trapping course and be prepared to pass a ...