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Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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Ishpeming enacts winter parking ban from November 1 through April 30

The City of Ishpeming has announced that its annual winter parking ban will begin on November 1 and continue through April 30.

By R. I. Hall | Oct 30, 2025

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Ishpeming requests removal of non-permanent cemetery items before winter

Ishpeming city officials have requested that lot owners at the Ishpeming Cemetery remove all non-permanent objects from their grave sites by November 5, 2025.

By R. I. Hall | Oct 30, 2025

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City of Marquette announces Halloween trick-or-treat schedule and safety tips

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 29, 2025

Halloween trick-or-treating in the City of Marquette will take place on Friday, October 31, 2025.

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Ishpeming addresses delays and challenges in ongoing infrastructure upgrades

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 24, 2025

The City of Ishpeming has issued a public statement addressing the ongoing construction work that has affected residents, drivers, and businesses throughout the current season.

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Rep. Fairbairn backs tougher sentences for fleeing from police after Charlevoix crash

By R. I. Hall | Oct 22, 2025

State Representative Parker Fairbairn has voted in favor of a legislative plan that would increase penalties for individuals who flee and elude police.

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Portion of Lakeshore Boulevard to close October 15 for water main repair

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 22, 2025

Lakeshore Boulevard will be closed to southbound traffic between East Hewitt Avenue Street and Ridge Street on Wednesday, October 15, due to a water main repair.

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Marquette reminds residents about proper fall leaf collection procedures

By S. G. Garcia | Oct 22, 2025

As the City of Marquette prepares for its annual fall brush and leaf cleanup, officials are reminding residents to avoid placing leaves in the street or along the curb.

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McClellan Avenue to close for one week for utility installation

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 22, 2025

McClellan Avenue will be closed between Fair Avenue and Wright Street starting Monday, October 20, due to utility service installation for the McClellan Habitat for Humanity Homes project.

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Ishpeming schedules public hearing on proposed 2026 budget and tax rate

By R. I. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

A public hearing will take place on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. during a special meeting of the Ishpeming City Council.

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Downtown Marquette Halloween events prompt multiple street closures on October 25

By R. I. Hall | Oct 20, 2025

Queen City Running Company and the Downtown Development Authority will hold events in downtown Marquette on Saturday, October 25, which will result in several street closures.

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Off-leash dog park opening at Tourist Park delayed due to construction

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 20, 2025

The opening of the off-leash dog park at Tourist Park in Marquette has been postponed due to ongoing construction in the area.

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Lake Superior Performance Rally prompts road closures in Marquette on October 18

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 14, 2025

The Lake Superior Performance Rally is scheduled to take place in Marquette on Saturday, October 18, 2025.

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Marquette Art Tour to showcase over 150 artists on October 18

By S. G. Garcia | Oct 14, 2025

The Marquette Art Tour is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature work from over 150 local and regional artists across various galleries and studios in the city of Marquette.

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Father Marquette Statue in Marquette scheduled for annual cleaning and maintenance

By R. I. Hall | Oct 14, 2025

The City of Marquette will start its annual maintenance of the Father Marquette Statue in Father Marquette Park at 501 S Front St on October 14.

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City of Marquette provides resources after finding elevated lead levels in some homes

By R. I. Hall | Oct 10, 2025

The City of Marquette has released educational materials about lead in drinking water, following recent water sampling that found elevated lead levels in some homes.

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Fairbairn secures $1 million for new firetruck in Charlevoix Township

By N. L. Phelps | Oct 9, 2025

State Representative Parker Fairbairn has announced that he secured $1 million in the state budget to help the Charlevoix Township Fire Department purchase a new aerial platform fire truck.

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Presque Isle Park adjusts Peter White Drive walking hours for school cross country meet

By S. G. Garcia | Oct 9, 2025

Walking hours on the seasonal section of Peter White Drive in Presque Isle Park will be extended until 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, to accommodate a Marquette Area Public Schools cross country meet.

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Marquette City Commission schedules October 14 meeting at City Hall

By S. G. Garcia | Oct 9, 2025

The Marquette City Commission is set to hold its first regular meeting of October on Tuesday, October 14.

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Marquette City Fire Department promotes lithium-ion battery safety for Fire Prevention Week

By R. I. Hall | Oct 8, 2025

The Marquette City Fire Department is collaborating with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for Fire Prevention Week, which takes place from October 5 to 11, 2025.

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Marquette City Fire Department plans firetruck display and parade for Fire Prevention Week

By R. I. Hall | Oct 8, 2025

The Marquette City Fire Department will hold several events for Fire Prevention Week, including a firetruck static display scheduled for Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. If it rains, the event will be moved to October 11.