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Marquette, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Marquette! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • When and where Marquette-area veterans can meet VA staff this week
  • What’s new at this season’s Downtown Marquette Farmers Market?
  • Why Marquette County health officials are sounding alarms about kratom products

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Windy with decreasing clouds, with a high of 50 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 52, low: 46.
  • Friday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 66 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Oscar G. Johnson VA hosts town halls across Central U.P. (wzmq19.com) — Veterans in Marquette and nearby towns can meet VA leaders at town halls and enrollment events this week and next, including sessions at American Legion Post 44 and Chocolay Township Hall. Staff will explain PACT Act benefits, answer questions, and help enroll eligible veterans, so bring your DD214, income details, and dependent information.
   

• Downtown Marquette Farmer's Market To Begin On Saturday (radioresultsnetwork.com) — Downtown Marquette’s Farmers Market returns this Saturday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Marquette Commons with over 70 local vendors and food assistance options. All season long you’ll find yoga classes, kids’ Power of Produce activities, cooking demos, and tools like an interactive market map to plan your weekly visit.
   

• Health department reminds of kratom derivative risks following Marquette County overdose death (uppermichiganssource.com) — Health officials in Marquette County are warning residents about the dangers of kratom derivatives, extracts, and concentrates after a recent overdose death linked to these products. The Marquette County Health Department stresses that these stronger forms carry significant risks and encourages residents to seek information on free Naloxone distribution through the New Points program.
   

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Other local events
    Thursday May 14
  • BMS Spring Chorus Concert
    Bothwell Middle School Louis G. Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI 4985
    6:30 pm
    • Wednesday May 20
  • Kaufman Awards
    Louis G. Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The truth is… when kids’ teeth are healthier, they are, too.
    Kindergarten Dental Screenings help find dental problems early. They’re free, local, and now they’re required for all Michigan kindergarteners. Find… (Nextdoor )
  • FIRST ALERT: Scattered rain and a wintry mix are moving across the. It pushes east during the morning. Then, a second round of rain redevelops... (X: wluctv6)
  • "With the wind tonight, we could have seen that whole hillside on fire," said Houghton City Fire Chief Eric James.... (X: MyUPNow)
  • Super One Foods posted a job opening for Produce Clerk in Marquette. Apply here.
  • Lowe's Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier Part Time in Marquette. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marquette here.

🗞 Nearby News

Ishpeming

  • Ishpeming Lions Club to host free fruit & nut tree giveaway, planting demonstration (miningjournal.net)
  • Crouch, Teddy join UP Sports Hall of Fame (mininggazette.com)
  • KBIC Elder Nutrition establishes new caregivers' butterfly garden to honor a culture of caring (keweenawreport.com)

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Munising

  • Friends, family, strangers search for missing UP woman. Sheriff says FBI is next (myupnow.com)
  • Munising Trout & Salmon Classic Returns May 16-17, 2026 (dailypress.net)

Ok Marquette! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Marquette

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