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What’s Flying: Fall colors nearing their peak

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“Ah, Lovely October, as you usher in the season that awakens my soul, your awesome beauty compels my spirit to soar like a leaf caught in an autumn breeze and my heart to sing like a heavenly choir.” – Peggy Toney Horton Summer seems determined to strut its best just a little bit long. ...

UPPCO has a work related death at Hoist Dam

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NEGAUNEE— Hoist Dam in Negaunee Township is being investigated for a work related death that took place on Friday morning. “Today at 11 a.m., Marquette County Sheriff’s Office Technical Rescue Unit 131 was dispatched for a confined rescue inside a penstock of the Hoist Powerhouse,” ...

Today in History: 1990, Germany reunifies after 45 years

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Today is Friday, Oct. 3, the 276th day of 2025. There are 89 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 3, 1990, West Germany and East Germany ended 45 years of postwar division, declaring the creation of a reunified country. Also on this date: In 1944, during World War II, U.S. ...

Fire Prevention Week to be marked

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MARQUETTE — The theme for Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5–11, is “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” From phones to power tools, Marquette City Fire Department urges residents to know the risks of lithium-ion batteries. The Marquette City Fire Department is ...