Tia Trudgeon
TV6 Morning Live Reporter/Upper Michigan Today Co-Host
Marquette, MI
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She graduated from Michigan State University in May 2020 with a degree in English and Film Studies. While attending school away from Marquette, Tia realized her love of the beautiful outdoors and moved back to her hometown shortly after graduation.
Tia holds two positions at the station as the Morning News Live Reporter and Upper Michigan Today co-host.
Tia has been with TV6 since January 2021 and looks forward to connecting with people all across the Upper Peninsula.
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U.P. Veteran of the Year Committee President and Vice President George LaBlonde III and Will Weycker talk about the application and selection processes for the U.P. Veteran of the Year award.
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Upper Michigan Today is LIVE at Camp Michigamme Thursday, June 8.
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Taryn Okesson embraces the Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, or, the aesthetic concept that finds beauty and serenity in objects/landscapes that are imperfect, simple, or incomplete. Her work is on display at Zero Degrees Gallery through June.
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Upper Michigan Today Wednesday, June 7 features Marquette gardener/author Norm Hefke.
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TV6's Tia Trudgeon talks to Metalsmith Julia Bolton of Jack Pine Silver about her collection of jewelry at Amelia's Craft Market and Boutique.
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Laura Chapman of Holiday Travel Vacations stops by Upper Michigan Today to go through the details of the 10-day, 9-night Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice tour.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon talks to the festival’s co-executive director Danielle Simandl about how different musical groups are coming together for one goal: to share the love of classical music, for three weeks across the Upper Peninsula.
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EMS Week is celebrated nationally from May 21-27 and was designated by President Ford to celebrate and show appreciation to emergency medical service workers. TV6′s Tia Trudgeon was invited by U.P. Health Systems - Marquette for a ride-along in an ambulance.
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Raven Wood Gardens provides garden therapy for veterans, caregivers, and emergency responders.
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Licensed Professional Counselor Sarah Santiago stops by Upper Michigan Today for “Mental Health 101″.
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Hoopsfit Coach Brett Conklin says this program isn’t for the beginner athlete but for those looking to take their game to the next level.
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Upper Michigan Today takes its show on the road to a yoga studio in Hancock.
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TV6's Tia Trudgeon talks to Bird Rehabilitator Michelle Anderson about the various human-caused ways birds sustain injuries, plus ways that we can help maintain bird habitats around our homes.
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It's National Public Works Appreciation Week and Upper Michigan Today takes a behind-the-scenes look at the many roles of public service workers.
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TV6's Tia Trudgeon stopped by The Ice Cream Barn for a look at new attractions and what the shop is serving up this summer.
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The Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum is getting ready to open for the season, but it's looking for more volunteers.
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Upper Michigan Today takes a tour of the Upper Michigan Brain Tumor Center to learn more about its ongoing research and how it's developing new ways to detect tumors.
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906 Concealed Carry is offering a ladies-only concealed pistol license class this Saturday, May 27. TV6's Tia Trudgeon talks to instructor Avery Smith about what attendees can expect to learn.
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Adam Carpenter stops by Upper Michigan Today on Friday to play some tunes, celebrate the album’s release, and kick off the “Concerts in the Corner” summer music series!
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You’re encouraged to stop by the donut shop, say hi to a cop, and make a donation to the Special Olympics. Cops will be posted on the rooftops until 11:00 a.m.
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Amy Poirier of the Great Lakes Recovery Center shares details of the adult contest on Upper Michigan Today.
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Peter White Public Library’s Marty Achatz and Amanda Pierce join Tia Trudgeon and Elizabeth Peterson for an All Booked UP discussion chat of April-May’s read, ‘The Littlest Library’, before diving into the synopsis of the next pick.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon chats with Mike Bradford of the Downtown Development Authority about what’s new this season.
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Upper Michigan Today stopped by on Tuesday to look around the new space and find out what’s in store for customers this summer.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon stopped by Down Wind Sports in Marquette for a look at what’s in store this spring and summer.
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Certified Sports Nutritionist Kari Getschow stopped by Upper Michigan Today to help Elizabeth Peterson and Tia Trudgeon round out their half-marathon training with nutrition advice.
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Rob Mata of Up the Creek Adventures takes TV6′s Tia Trudgeon fishing on the Escanaba River Monday morning.
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15-year-old Samantha Cain started dancing at Studio Dance Arts when she was just 8. Now, she trains with rigor three to four times a week for hours each day.
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Owner Sloan Dorr is setting up shop in the courtyard outside of the U.P. Children’s Museum from 11:00 to 2:00 p.m.
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Listen to two original songs by the Escanaba-based musician on Upper Michigan Today.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon stopped by Zero Degrees Gallery on Thursday morning for a closer look at Susan Grant’s landscape paintings.
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Upper Michigan Today parts 2-4 feature how to plant a fruit tree and how to care for it.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon stopped by the Patriots Performing Arts Theatre on Wednesday for a sneak peek at the musical production.
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Strega Nonna's Rachael Grossman teaches you how to make homemade pasta on Upper Michigan Today.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon stopped by the Ishpeming Senior Center for a look ahead at what’s to come this summer and the services currently being offered.
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Andrew LaCombe and Meagen Morrison join Tia Trudgeon and Caden Meines on Upper Michigan Today to share an update on the rehearsal and fundraising process for Dancing With Our Stars.
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Fundraise for the UP Hospice Foundation at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Ball on Friday, May 12.
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Certified Executive Chef Nathan Mileski shows you how to level up your taco night.
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What to expect from Samara Floral Co in Negaunee this Mother's Day.
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Team Digs will be performing a modern dance number during the competition on May 24 and 25.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon talks to the goat’s milk soap maker about her natural bath products, which include candles, scrubs, body butter, cold cream, lip balm, bath bombs, and shampoo bars.
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Up the Creek Adventures is a full-service outfitter offering tubing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting guided fishing tours, lessons, and shuttle services to and from your adventure spot.
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Learn how VirsaQuest, MycoNaut, and Syncurrent are innovating outdoor recreation, sustainable technology, and creative technology, respectively on Upper Michigan Today.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon talks to Lily Smentkowski about her involvement in the Young at Art program and what it means for her artwork.
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MAPS Superintendent Zack Sedgwick and MARESA Superintendent Greg Nyen talk to Tia Trudgeon and Elizabeth Peterson on Upper Michigan Today about the effects the millage will have on the school district and taxpayers. Plus, Aspen Ridge parent Andy Haavisto shares her experience as a mom to two boys in the special education program at their school.
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TV6′s Tia Trudgeon stopped by The Nahma Inn to experience the ghosts for herself before the hotel enters its busy season.
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Taylor Knetter of The Art of Massage stops by Upper Michigan Today to update you on her business's expansion to Ishpeming and share the benefits of massage.
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Comedians/comedy show organizers Vinny Schultz and Bryan Sromalski share a laugh with Tia Trudgeon and Elizabeth Peterson on Upper Michigan Today.
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Through April 27, you can purchase 10 tickets for $25 for a chance to win one of 70+ pieces of art in a basket raffle.
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Upper Michigan Today features Kevin Thomsen and Paige DuBois of Queen City Running Company for a half marathon-training check-in.
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