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Wednesday, April 03, 2013  The slaty-backed gull, native to northeast Asia, has been reported in Marquette, and many birders are trying to catch a glimpse

Monday, March 18, 2013  A fund set up by Madge Lilja has been helping to beautify Iron Mountain, including the Chapin Pit picnic site

Sunday, March 03, 2013  Kids and their parents brought blankets to sit on as they ate snacks and read out loud with their bears

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  The park's future home is 14 acres of beach front property located on Lakeshore Boulevard near the Dead River Trail

Saturday, August 11, 2012  The Coast Guard evacuated four swimmers from Picnic Rocks

Sunday, July 29, 2012  Thousands came to Picnic Rocks and browsed more than 110 vendors over the course of the weekend

Sunday, July 29, 2012  The fair drew in more than 110 vendors this year, everything from henna artists to fabrics, woodworking and stained glass

Monday, July 16, 2012  Hundreds of people turned out to the George Gipp Recreation Area for food and fun

Monday, July 16, 2012  A total of 11 fire departments from across Marquette County competed in multiple games and races for a trophy and bragging rights

Wednesday, July 04, 2012  This is the 36th year the city of Ishpeming has held the event.

Friday, June 08, 2012  Rip currents cause drownings every year in the Great Lakes and the Marquette National Weather Service will use this week to spread the word about the dangers that are possible for beach-goers

Friday, June 08, 2012  It's the annual picnic hosted by the Humboldt Township Planning Commission with free fishing, food, and prizes

Tuesday, May 29, 2012  This year's theme for the parade on July 4 in Ishpeming is Celebrating our Mining Heritage

Thursday, May 17, 2012  When spending time on the beaches in Marquette, avoid some locations, like Picnic Rocks, and be aware of changing weather

Wednesday, May 16, 2012  Organizers of Great Start are stressing the importance of childhood development and how lawmakers should take notice