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NMU library set to open soon

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MARQUETTE — Northern Michigan University’s Lydia Olson Library has been under construction since early July and is set to reopen to the public on Jan. 12 in its Harden Hall renovated space. A temporary library location has been functioning out of Gries hall since construction ...

Legion fish fry set for Friday

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MARQUETTE — The American Legion post, located at 700 W. Bluff St., Marquette, will hold a fish fry from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday. There will be a choice of whitefish, shrimp, cod or chicken strips, plus a choice of baked potato or french fries. All meals incldue cole slaw. Begin calling in ...

Bergman supports postal bill

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WASHINGTON — Last week, U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Watersmeet, and other members of the bipartisan co-chairs of the Congressional Postal Service Caucus, introduced new bipartisan legislation to increase transparency around temporary post office closures, known as “emergency ...

Bed bugs reported in Escanaba high rise

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ESCANABA — After months of bed bug complaints, management at the Harbor Tower Apartments has secured a new pest control company to try to get rid of the problem at the subsidized 18-story housing complex in Escanaba. An Orkin affiliate in Green Bay has been hired to do the job, particularly ...

Tai Chi intro workshop planned

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MARQUETTE — From 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, an introductory workshop on Tai Chi and Qi Gong will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church, located at 305 W. Magnetic St., in Marquette. Tai Chi is a mind-body practice that improves balance, increases flexibility and regulates the immune system. No ...

Second Thursday Creativity Series continues

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MARQUETTE — Join organizers for their Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum in Marquette from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday. Attendees will experience hands-on craft activities and free Culver’s frozen custard. It's free to participate and costumes are ...