Treat yourself with these must-stop sweet shops in Marquette County.     231 West Patisserie From delicate and crisp French macaroons to fresh baked goods like lemon lavender scones and salted caramel brownies, you’ll have a tough time trying to order just one or two treats from 231 West. But whatever you get, you’ll have no regrets. Towner’s Pastry and Chocolate Shoppe Head to the little town of Gwinn and you’ll find big flavor at Towner’s Pastry and Chocolate Shoppe. Whether you order their classic Butter Croissants or a specialty summer pastry starring fresh fruit, you’re sure to ..read more

With the Governor’s updated executive order that allows for businesses, including bars and restaurants, in the Upper Peninsula to reopen many are wondering what to expect. While specific protocols and opening dates will vary from business to business, please recognize that:   Restaurants and bars will have a capacity limit of 50%.  Bartenders and servers are required to wear face masks. Diners should be prepared to wear a mask until they have been seated and must continue to remain 6 feet apart from people outside of their party.   If you have a specific question(s) regard ..read more

Whether it be what you eat, wear or do, we have it for you! Find sustainably resourced goods and/or practices at these local businesses: Marquette Food Co-op For one, it’s a locally owned grocery store, but the Marquette Food Co-op is also so much more. They provide “shoppers with access to organic, local, wholesome, and fairly-traded food and products”. Stop by and try their hot food bar or pick up some groceries for your beach day here! 502 W. Washington St., Marquette, Mich. 49855 // 906.225.0671 Doncker’s Grab lunch upstairs or a milkshake and candy downstairs — everything is packaged in b ..read more

With the Governor’s updated executive order that allows for businesses, including bars and restaurants, in the Upper Peninsula to reopen many are wondering what to expect. While specific protocols and opening dates will vary from business to business, please recognize that:   Cafés, breweries, and bars will have a capacity limit of 50%.  Bartenders and servers are required to wear face masks. Patrons should be prepared to wear a mask until they have been seated and must continue to remain 6 feet apart from people outside of their party.   If you have a specific question(s ..read more

With the Governor’s updated executive order that allows for businesses, including bars and restaurants, in the Upper Peninsula to reopen many are wondering what to expect. While specific protocols and opening dates will vary from business to business, please recognize that:   Restaurants and bars will have a capacity limit of 50%.  Bartenders and servers are required to wear face masks. Diners should be prepared to wear a mask until they have been seated and must continue to remain 6 feet apart from people outside of their party.   If you have a specific question(s) regard ..read more

As you might have heard, Monday, May 18th, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that restaurants and bars in the Upper Peninsula are able to reopen with some restrictions on Friday, May 22nd. The bars and restaurants will have to limit their capacity to 50 percent. Groups will be required to stay 6 feet apart and servers will have to wear face coverings. But if you’re still not ready to dine-in, we understand. Which is why we’ve brought back our popular restaurant takeout and delivery list. **This list was last updated 7/2** You may need to refresh this page for latest update.  If you’d like t ..read more

Summer, 1891. Fredrick Law Olmsted, a landscape architect most famous for his role in designing New York City’s Central Park visits Marquette to work on a design project. To make the most of his visit, the city also directs him to a large peninsula just north of town in hopes of designing a management plan to turn it into a suitable park. Upon touring the land he gives the city relatively straight-forward advice that can be summed up in three words: Don’t touch it. Presque Isle Park is one of the most visited sites in Marquette County for good reason. With ease of access, this 323-acre foreste ..read more

We may be under a “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order but you can still visit with your family, friends and co-workers from your favorite Marquette spots, virtually. Need instructions for using Zoom virtual backgrounds? You can find them at the bottom of this page.   Sunset Point, Presque Isle | Photo courtesy of @michiganaddicts Download   Presque Isle Harbor Breakwater Lighthouse | Photo courtesy of @michiganaddicts Download   View from Sugarloaf Mountain | Photo courtesy of @michiganaddicts Download   Reany Creek | Photo courtesy of @michiganaddicts Download   Pr ..read more

VISUAL ARTIST — OWNER OF LAKE SUPERIOR PHOTO GALLERY/STUDIO Cover : Shawn Malone   For gallery photo credits, click each individual image   Q: WHEN AND HOW CAN YOU SEE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS? A: The northern lights are driven by solar events on the sun. You can check online to view the evening’s Kp index, which is an average of solar activity around the world measured in 3-hour increments on a scale of 0-9. At our latitude, a Kp 4 or greater means good odds. With a higher Kp, clear skies, and a few other favorable space weather data indicators, all you need is a good dark sky locat ..read more

Before you embark on your day’s big adventure, we highly recommend a quick pick-me-up. When it comes to coffee roasters, we’ve got tons of tasty options. With over seven local shops, Marquette County offers so much more than your average cup of Joe. Whether you’re just waking up, or you’re ready for your mid-day cup, here are some must-try coffee spots. CONTRAST COFFEE CO. Got work to do? Contrast Coffee Co. is a hot spot to pop open a laptop, grab a cup of joe and maybe a crepe (savory or sweet), and grind out some tedious tasks. Not only is it great for individual work, but there’s also ple ..read more