IRON MOUNTAIN — The Upper Peninsula’s not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate climbed to 6.2% in December as the number of jobless workers grew by an estimated 1,200 since November, according to data released by the Michigan Department of Technology Management and Budget. “Most ...

MARQUETTE — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II have issued a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month in Michigan, honoring the cultural, historical, and economic contributions of Black Americans throughout Michigan.    “This month, we ...

MARQUETTE — From 6:30-7:30 p.m. 
Tuesday, the Wallens will be in concert at the Peter White Public Library Community Room in Marquette. Join local favorites Brian and Molly Wallen for an evening of close-knit harmonies, storytelling and inspiration. Adults and seniors are welcomed to this ...

MARQUETTE — Dr. Wes Youngberg, a clinical nutritionist and lifestyle medicine specialist, will present "Diabetes Undone" at the Marquette Seventh-day Adventist Church, located at 270 E. U.S. 41, Negaunee. This free event is scheduled for 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 20 and at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. ...

MARQUETTE — Chapter 1900 of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees elected the following 2026 officers at its January meeting: Dale Ollila of Marquette, president; Clyde Morgan of Negaunee, first vice president; Ken Andersen of L’Anse, second vice president; Sherry Welker of ...