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Police probe death in Marquette off IOHT

MARQUETTE — Police are investigating a death in the city of Marquette, that apparently took place off the Iron Ore Heritage Trail near Wilson Street. According to Det. Capt. Chris Aldrich of the Marquette Police Department, officers were dispatched to the site at about 5 p.m. Saturday for a report of an unresponsive male that was located by a person walking on the path. Upon arrival, Aldrich said officers were directed down an embankment just south of the path and found the unresponsive male. Resuscitation efforts were attempted by first responders, but the male was eventually ...

Delicate flowers grace area woodlands

Road closure announced

ISHPEMING — West end motorists should be aware of a key road closure that is starting today. The Marquette County Road Commission, along with MJ VanDamme, Inc., will be closing Marquette County Road CD in Ely Township approximately 0.80 miles west of Marquette County Road 581 at its crossing with Green Creek The reason for the closure is replacement of a culvert, road commission officials confirmed. This closure will begin today and will remain in place until Oct. 12. Motorists will need to use the signed detour route.

InvestUP reports regional business developments

MARQUETTE — InvestUP, a private-sector-led economic development organization based in Marquette, reports a trio of positive business developments in the region. In the first, an Upper Peninsula partnership has secured $850,000 in small business support to all 15 counties of the U.P. The ...

The search for Stella

IRON MOUNTAIN — In the blink of an eye, Stella pulled off an escape act worthy of Harry Houdini. What happened next was no magic trick. For nine long days, Jeff and Ann Hruska lived every pet owner's nightmare as they searched for their newly adopted Bernedoodle, unsure if they would ever ...

Evergreen Award of Marquette County seeks nominations for 2026 honoree

MARQUETTE — Nominations are now open for the 2026 Evergreen Award of Marquette County, recognizing individuals whose leadership, mentorship and service make a lasting difference for women and girls in the community. The Evergreen Award honors women and men who actively help women and girls reach their leadership potential while demonstrating excellence, creativity and initiative in their professional or volunteer pursuits and providing exceptional service to others in the community. Nominees must meet all three criteria. “We all know people who quietly invest their time, ...