MARQUETTE — The Detroit Red Wings Alumni team faces off against team Yoopers United in an upcoming fundraiser for United Way of Marquette County.

Marquette County Hockey Night, brought to you by Embers Credit Union and U.P. Health System, takes place Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Berry Events Center in Marquette.

Hat trick sponsors include Veridea Group, Miller Pipeline and Upper Peninsula Health Plan.

Tickets for the events are $20 each and are available through Northern Michigan University’s ticketing website (https://nmu.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2578) beginning at 10 a.m. Thursday.

The event starts at 6 p.m. Sept. 17 with a youth hockey game, sponsored by Nicolet National Bank. Following that are player introductions. The puck drops for the Detroit Red Wings Alumni vs. Yoopers United at 7 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bring cash for chances to win – 50/50, bucket raffle baskets and ServPro’s Chuck-a-Puck.

All proceeds benefit United Way of Marquette County. UWMC partners with 28 Marquette County nonprofits and helps fund two dozen local programs improving the health, education and financial stability of those in the area.

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