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Marquette DDA moving forward with spring, summer events | News, Sports, Jobs

rspitza@miningjournal.net MARQUETTE As large public gatherings for the coming year remain uncertain, the Marquette Downtown Development Authority plans to move forward with its traditional lineup of spring and summer events, with modifications to protect the public and event vendors from contracting COVID-19. Restaurant Week is the first event, slated to take place April 11-17, providing a great opportunity to support downtown restaurants in turbulent times. Restaurants that would like to participate in the weeklong event can register through March 17. Although restaurants are allowed to open at 25% capacity, the DDA strongly encourages ordering takeout during Restaurant Week. A complete lineup of participating restaurants and menus for Restaurant Week will be released in late March.

Marquette City Commission appoints 8 to various boards, committees | News, Sports, Jobs

rspitza@miningjournal.net MARQUETTE The Marquette City Commission appointed three individuals and reappointed five more to various boards and committees at its meeting on Feb. 8. Ellen Weingarten, Alex Tiseo and James Susorney were all reappointed to the city’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for a three-year term expiring on Jan. 29, 2024. Aaron Andres and Michael Larson were also reappointed to the city Planning Commission for terms expiring Feb. 15, 2024. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board advises the City Commission on operations of the city’s parks system, Lakeview Arena and other recreation programs, according to the city website. The Planning Commission helps develop and adopt a Master Plan for the city among other items, such as reviewing development proposals and providing zoning recommendations.

Downtown Dining Challenge encouraging support for local bars and restaurants

ABC 10/CW5 MARQUETTE A social media challenge is encouraging Marquette residents to shop local. The Downtown Dining Challenge, first launched by the Marquette Downtown Development Authority, is challenging people to support local bars and restaurants. According to the Marquette City Mayor, helping each other during a time of need is nothing new to the area. “We really come together when we need to,” said Mayor Jenna Smith. “This is a time when we really do need the community to step up and help each other out. It’s something that’s easy to do, it’s obviously delicious. We’ve got a lot of great restaurants downtown that have a variety of food. It’s certainly something that folks are willing to step up and support, and I would encourage folks to do so.”

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