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MDHHS seeks public comment on State Plan on Aging

MARQUETTE — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Aging, Community Living, and Supports has developed the State Plan on Aging for fiscal years 2027 to 2029 and is seeking public comment on the updated plan. State Units on Aging are tasked under the Older Americans Act with developing and administering a multiyear SPoA that provides goals and objectives related to assisting older residents, their families and caregivers. The plan serves as a blueprint outlining coordination and advocacy activities to meet the needs of older adults. Guidance for content and ...

Body of Trenton Massey found

From: Marquette Police Department On 04/24/2026 at approximately 3:30pm, the body of Trenton Massey was located submerged in the water of the Lower Harbor, north of the Shiras Dock. His body was discovered by volunteers from Hybrid Robotics, an underwater ROV manufacturing company located in Traverse City, MI. Following the discovery of Massey, divers from the Marquette County Sheriff’s Office recovered his body. Massey’s body was turned over to UPHS EMS and transported to UPHS-Marquette pending an autopsy. Over the past two months, multiple agencies and volunteers assisted ...

Electric bicycle explosion causes fatal fire in Kingsford

KINGSFORD — A Kingsford woman and several pets died in a house fire late Tuesday that authorities said was sparked by an electric bicycle explosion. Kingsford Public Safety responded at 11:21 p.m. to a fire in a two-story house, with one person believed trapped inside, at 109 Balsam St. ...

U.P. fishing report

Here is the Upper Peninsula fishing report for this week: Marquette — This past week saw a large increase in fish almost everywhere. Steelhead were reported going back up the rivers. There were a few more coho salmon caught along the break wall and near the Shiras Power plant. A few brown ...

Electric bicycle explosion causes fatal fire in Kingsford

KINGSFORD — A Kingsford resident and several pets died in a fire after an electric bicycle exploded inside the house on Tuesday. Kingsford Public Safety was dispatched to 109 Balsam St. at 11:21 p.m. for a report of an explosion. According to the KPS press release upon arrival the residence was an active structure fire, with one victim being reported trapped inside. The victim was later pronounced dead. The name is being withheld pending completion of the investigation. Two other occupants of the home were able to escape. The Michigan State Police Fire Marshal will be assisting ...