Brianna MacLean

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – Kognisjon Bryggeri and the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter (UPAWS) are partnering up once again for the “Name a Beer After Your Pet” fundraising e…

Strategic Trails Plan highlights trail sustainability, economic well-being in Marquette County

ROCK, Mich. (WJMN) – The rainy weather didn’t stop Hall Farms’ sunflowers in Rock from shining bright on its opening day. Owners Dan and Teressa Hall have been providing the beaut…

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) – It’s almost time for back-to-school, which is why the American Association of Ophthalmology has designated the month of August as Children’s Eye He…

HOUGHTON, Mich. (WJMN) – Michigan Technological University (MTU) and the Keweenaw Peninsula are home to many people of ethnic and cultural diversities. MTU holds its Parade of Nations event e…

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – The Marquette Beautification and Restoration Committee will be hosting its 30th Annual Garden Tour next week. This self-guided tour provides an opportunity for the c…

ELY TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJMN) - A teenager has died following a fatal car crash in Marquette County. In the early-morning hours on Sunday, July 7, troopers from the Michigan State Police Negaunee Post were dispatched to an area east of the Greenwood Reservoir on County Road 482 near County Road CM in Ely Township for a personal injury crash. Upon arrival, troopers located a vehicle about 30 yards off the roadway full engulfed in flames. Troopers immediately attempted to extinguish the fire and rend…

BARAGA/HOUGHTON COUNTIES, Mich. (WJMN) – The Michigan State Police, Marine Services Unit says the capsized boat and both missing people involved with the search were found Monday afternoon. The victims were deceased and located in an area nearly 220 feet in depth in Lake Superior. The families have been notified however no names will be […]

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WJMN) – A healthcare enrollment fair was held on Thursday at the Ishpeming VFW Post #4573 to help veterans check their eligibility for VA healthcare benefits The Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center hosted the event. Back in March of this year, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced under the PACT Act, […]

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) - Kerrie Rogers is a typical 24-year-old woman. She loves reading, spending time with her family, and she just graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Northern Michigan University. But getting to where she is today has been a journey full of challenges, which started when she was just a young girl. “For me was the first sign was dizzy spells,” said Kerrie. “I remember particularly going to like. So, show events and trying to play with their kids and having…

IRON MOUNTAIN, Mich. (WJMN) – On Saturday, May 18, young entrepreneurs in Iron Mountain will have lemonade stands across the city. It’s part of a free, community-wide event called Lemonade Day. Lemonade Day is a strategic lesson-based program that introduces youth to entrepreneurship by teaching them how to start, own and operate their own lemonade […]

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – May 9 is opening night of Northern Michigan University’s Theatre and Dance Department’s “Ghost Soldiers”. “Ghost Soldiers” is the 2024 Panowski Playwriting Award winner. The play follows six soldiers who were a part of the “Polar Bear Expedition” during World War I. The Polar Bears were sent out to Russia to […]

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – On Easter Sunday, Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly (LBFE)held its annual Easter dinner celebration at the Elks Lodge in Marquette. LBFE holds holiday dinners at 10 different locations in Baraga, Houghton, Keweenaw, Marquette, and Ontonagon counties. This year, the Marquette office alone delivered over 175 boxed dinners to area seniors […]

ISHPEMING, Mich. (WJMN) – Apiary Life Studio is hosting its first-ever Empower Women’s Conference in Ishpeming March 8-10. The conference is for all women in the Upper Peninsula to connect, inspire, and empower one another throughout the three-day event. There will be presentations, a community art exhibit, salon talks, and much more. The conference draws […]

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – Botánica Quetzalli invites the public to attend a gentle yoga class and a nourishing brunch this weekend. The event is on Sunday, March 3 at Barrel and Beam in Marquette from 11 a.m. to noon.Alongside the slow, gentle yoga class, Chef Alex Palzewicz of the Northwoods Test Kitchen is offering an […]

ALGER COUNTY, Mich. (WJMN) – Alger County Sheriff’s Office is requesting information from the public or potential victims affected by gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), also known as “liq…

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WJMN) – Michigan Department of National Resources (DNR) is allowing free fishing this weekend across the state. Fishing is a popular hobby among Michiganders and a great way to bring locally caught fish to the dinner table. With Free Fishing Weekend, the Michigan DNR allows two full days where residents and visitors can […]

ESCANABA, Mich. (WJMN) – Valentine’s Day is nearly here, and the love is in the air at the Delta Animal Shelter. You can adopt a feline Valentine with half-off adoption fees through February 16. All cat adoptions are half off, this includes kittens, adults, and senior cats. Adoption Specialist Vonnie Bruce says you can’t buy […]

UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — Valentine’s Day is this week, which usually signifies love, chocolates, and red and pink hearts, but on this Aspirus Medical Monday, the focus is on your physical heart health and cardiopulmonary rehab. February is American Heart Month, a time when people are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. According […]

HANCOCK, Mich. (WJMN) – The upper Midwest is considered the Sauna Belt of the United States, and this Finnish tradition will be celebrated for a whole week this month. February 18-24 is National Sauna Week. Finlandia Foundation National launched the annual sauna celebration in February 2022. The celebration is meant to increase awareness and appreciation […]