Marquette County Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19
MARQUETTE — The Marquette County Jail reports that it had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 in an inmate over the weekend. The inmate was…
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Portage Health Foundation, others bringing public WiFi to several UP counties
KEWEENAW — The Portage Health Foundation is teaming up with several other organizations to bring public WiFi to several UP counties. With support from up.net,…
AdvantEdge Virtual 5K to promote mental health awareness and reduce stigma
MARQUETTE COUNTY — On May 23-24, AdvantEdge Sports Training is hosting a Mental Health Support Virtual 5K. Anyone is welcome to participate in the free…
Michigan YMCA’S to hold Virtual 5k run
MICHIGAN — Due to the COVID–19 outbreak, YMCA’s across Michigan are conducting their annual Y–Run virtually. Participants can take photos or video of themselves doing…
Pregnancy-related COVID-19 webinar being offered to expecting families
MARQUETTE — With COVID–19 shutting down many resources for expecting families, an informational webinar is being offered to individuals or couples with a baby on…
LIVE Week promoting positive mental health with contests, prizes
MARQUETTE — In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, one local organization has introduced two mental health–related contests. West End Suicide Prevention (or WESP), a…
Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions will host forum to discuss resources and services for local organizations
MARQUETTE COUNTY — On Thursday, May 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions is hosting a virtual event for the…
UPHS celebrating Nurses Week, asks public to #ThankAHealthcareHero
MARQUETTE — UPHS is joining other hospitals around the country in celebrating vital healthcare workers for a whole week. UPHS is recognizing Nurses Week, an…
Miles for the Mind group members get active for Mental Health Awareness Month
MARQUETTE COUNTY — Tonya Marra Allen is a Mental Health USA First Aid Instructor and public advocate located in Marquette County. She wanted to find…
Those with diabetes can experience serious complications with COVID-19
MARQUETTE COUNTY — COVID–19 can cause additional problems for those with preexisting health conditions. One of the diseases the coronavirus can be especially difficult on…