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July DDA special meeting noted

MARQUETTE — The Marquette Downtown Development Authority Board of Directors will hold a special meeting on Thursday, July 23, to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The meeting will take place beginning at 8 a.m. at the Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St. There will be two options for public participation: in person or written. Written comments can be submitted by emailing tara@downtownmarquette.org. Written submissions will be accepted until 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 22.

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Krusin’ Klassics renews scholarship support for Bay College automotive students


ESCANABA – The Bay College Foundation has announced the renewal of the Krusin’ Klassics Scholarship for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. Krusin’ Klassics has donated $1,500 to continue supporting students pursuing careers in Bay College’s Automotive program. Founded in 1985 by local ...

Marquette Arts & Music Wellness Lions Club marks first anniversary with ribbon-cutting, fundraiser

MARQUETTE – Marquette Arts & Music Wellness Lions Club celebrated its first anniversary with a public fundraising event on June 24 at Blackrocks Brewery in Marquette. The Lake Superior Community Partnership assisted with the celebration by hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Marquette Arts & ...

M-35 culvert project detour starts July 20

ISHPEMING ­- The Michigan Department of Transportation is investing about $3.6 million to replace a culvert on M-35 over Warner Creek north of Palmer in Marquette County. Work includes replacing the existing structure with a concrete box culvert, asphalt rebuilding and pavement markings, extending the lifespan of the roadway and increasing safety for motorists. The tentative starting date for the project is July 20 and the estimated ending date is mid-August. 
Motorists should expect one lane of alternating traffic with a temporary signal starting July 20.
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Partridge Creek Farm announces 2026 Farm-to-School summer camp dates in Ishpeming

ISHPEMING — Partridge Creek Farm has announced that registration is now open for the 2026 Farm to School Summer Camp in Ishpeming. Parents and guardians with Marquette County students entering 5th-8th grade are invited to register for the Summer Camp through PCF’s website, PartridgeCreekFarm.org/summercamp. Registration is required. Camp Details:  • Dates: Aug. 10-13 (Monday-Thursday)
 • Time: 1-4 P.M. daily
 • Location: Ishpeming Middle School garden, 402 Cleveland Ave., Ishpeming Parents/Guardians will drop off and pick their students up at the Ishpeming Middle ...