ISHPEMING, MI (AP)-- 40 Below Young Professionals of Marquette County is sponsoring an inaugural relay/run/bicycle event this weekend.
The first Iron Range Roll is meant to celebrate the historical and recreational culture of the area and takes place along the Iron Ore Heritage Trail between Ishpeming and Marquette.
An opening ceremony takes place Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum in Ishpeming. Race and relay intervals start at Old Towne Park in Negaunee, the Michigan Iron Industry Museum, and the old Northwoods Supper Club until 4 p.m. The races finish at the Marquette Commons, and an awards celebration will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Company.
Proceeds from the race will benefit the YMCA of Marquette County’s “Reach and Rise” youth mentoring program.
