MARQUETTE — The late Northern Michigan University geography professor Dr. John Anderton described Presque Isle as the “Jewel in the Crown” of Marquette. The 323-acre park holds a special place in the hearts of many residents and visitors. Many locals know that the park was established ...
MARQUETTE — Marquette Charter Township officials have announced the adoption of an updated 2026–2030 Master Plan, a long-range policy document intended to guide future land use, housing, recreation, transportation, infrastructure, economic development and community service decisions over the next several years. The Master Plan update was funded in part by a $50,000 Housing Readiness Grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, which allowed the township to retain the national planning firm SEH, Inc. to assist with the planning process, public engagement, data ...
MARQUETTE — Marquette native Dan Mahoney, who has been performing under the name "Jimmy Mundane" for over 20 years, will be releasing a new collection of songs:"Generation Jones" on July 11. This is his 11th full album release, beginning with the "No Pose" album in 1994. "No Pose" was the first album released in CD format by a Marquette area native. A former board of directors member of Hiawatha Music Coop, Mahoney played in bands throughout the region until he moved into an education career in 2006. He was a founding member of the local favorite "Foreign Born Irish", which evolved ...
QUESTION: Mackinac National Park was the second U.S. national park, established in 1875. When was it transferred to state control and reorganized as Mackinac Island State Park? a. 1895 b. 1910 c. 1927 d. 1939 ANSWER: A, Mackinac National Park was transferred to the state of Michigan in 1895.
MARQUETTE — Northern Michigan University Alumni Relations has announced four recipients of the 2026 Alumni Awards: Dr. Gary R. Bertoline ('74 BS) of West Lafayette, Ind., Distinguished Alumni; Jenna Zdunek ('04 BS) of Marquette, Alumni Achievement; Maureen McFadden ('16 BS) of Marquette, ...
MARQUETTE — Wintergreen Hill will be holding a reception from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, July 21 for its July featured artist: painter Todd Carter. Carter’s paintings, prints and photographs are now on display at the gallery located at 810 N. Third St., Marquette. The reception is free to enter and open to artists and patrons alike. Snacks, art and the artist will be there all night.
