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Law Enforcement Torch Run to be held Tuesday

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MARQUETTE — The 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics has been announced. Check-in is at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, and the official event start time is 6 p.m. at the Superior Dome in Marquette. Registration fee is $30 per runner, and includes the annual LETR t-shirt. Dog registration is an additional $25, and includes a leash. “Join us for Flame of Hope week, where your support empowers incredible athletes across Michigan who compete year-round for Special Olympics Michigan, at no cost to them,” said the LETR event announcement. “By participating, you become a ...

Veterans take flight for 29th U.P. Honor Flight to Washington

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ESCANABA — Veterans from across the Upper Peninsula departed from Escanaba for Washington, D.C., Wednesday on the 29th Upper Peninsula Honor Flight mission. A total of 73 veterans — including one woman — who served during the Korean and Vietnam wars boarded Mission XXIX at Delta County ...

Connect Conference to be held

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MARQUETTE — The 2026 Connect Conference will be held on Friday, Sept. 25, in the Northern Center at Northern Michigan University and registration is now open. Beginning at 8:30 a.m., the morning will include a period of networking and light refreshments. The conference agenda will include a good mix of speakers, breakout sessions, and a panel which will touch on professional growth, workplace challenges, and establishing yourself within a career. New to conference this year is a mini pitch series where three local business owners will highlight their creative offerings and how they ...

College Fair Sept. 14-15, at Bay College

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ESCANABA – In partnership with the Michigan College Fairs Committee, Michigan Association for College Admissions Counseling and Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, Bay College will host the return of Stay Local, Go Far! college fair. Over 35 colleges, ...