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Van Riper State Park in Marquette County.
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Creating a cultural hub in Marquette Read Article

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Great Lakes Boat Building School expands Read Article

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Feature Story Contrast Coffee has locations in Iron River, Iron Mountain, Ironwood, Marquette and Negaunee. Entrepreneurship

Brewing a difference in the U.P.

Brice BurgeWednesday, March 6, 2024
Contrast Coffee Co. began as a coffee wholesaler and a way for a trio to make a difference in the community. Success has brought retail locations in the central U.P. and a difference in its circle of business and the community.
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Calling all creators: Superior Fab Lab hosts MakerFest 2024

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, March 6, 2024
MakerFest 2024 celebrates ingenuity while also educating and enabling creative people of all ages with access to tools, mentoring, and educational resources.
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The robots are coming — no, they’re here

Jennifer Donovan Wednesday, February 28, 2024
High school students from all over Michigan return to Lake Superior State University next month for the annual robotics competition. The competition is designed to inspire interest in the field of robotics and to introduce students to the robotics degree opportunities at LSSU. 
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MyMichigan Medical Center Sault celebrates 100 years serving community

Gabrielle HaidererWednesday, February 28, 2024
MyMichigan Medical Center Sault is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Over the years, the hospital has grown to meet the needs of the community, evolving from a small hospital to a medical center capable of providing top-tier care.  
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Growing Michigan Together Council addresses housing and other concerns across the state

Sarah SpohnTuesday, February 27, 2024
Established by Governor Whitmer, the Growing Michigan Together Council works to develop a long-term plan of action to address many issues of concern across the state. Different goals include jobs, talent, and people; infrastructure and places; PreK-12 and higher education, and revenue. Block by Block spoke with the Executive Director of the Growing Michigan Together Council and Michigan’s first Chief Growth Officer Hilary Doe, and Melvin Henley at Community Economic Development Association of Michigan to hear about the council’s report.   
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The man who opened the U.P. to the world

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, February 21, 2024
Webster Marble changed how early 20th century Americans viewed the outdoors. An exhibit honoring his legacy has found a permanent home in Escanaba. “For a region that is working hard to retain and attract talent and to encourage entrepreneurs, Webster Marble reinforces the ‘can do’ U.P. attitude," says Vickie Micheau, executive director of the Delta County Chamber of Commerce,
Feature Story A production of "Matilda" at the Pine Performance Center. Photo: Rachel Bonacorsi Community Development

A positive impact on art and culture in the eastern U.P.

Ann Dallman Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Erickson Center for the Arts serves as an important cultural and education venue in western Mackinac County, drawing regional residents and tourists alike. 
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State of Michigan public health celebrates 150 years of service to Michiganders

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, February 20, 2024
The State of Michigan’s public health system recently celebrated its sesquicentennial: 150 years in service to Michiganders. To mark the occasion, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has shared a nice collection of sesquicentennial information on its website.   
Feature Story Over 300 Michigan Ice Fest participants flock into Gallery Coffee Company in downtown Munising on Friday, Feb. 9, for a presentation on sustainable ice climbing practices. Economic Development

U.P. outdoor events pivot because of warm winter

Brice BurgeWednesday, February 14, 2024
The show is not over. Despite the lack of ideal winter conditions, many seasonal events in the U.P. are adapting, finding ways to still bring the community together and bolster business.
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Now playing: More improvements at historic Soo Theatre

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, February 14, 2024
More improvements are in the works at the historic Soo Theatre in downtown Sault Ste. Marie. A successful crowdfunding campaign and matching grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation are funding the project.
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Michigan makes the leap to improved educational opportunities with MiLEAP

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderTuesday, February 13, 2024
MiLEAP consolidates the expansion of Pre-K for All, Sixty by 30, which would see 60% of working-age Michiganders with a postsecondary degree or certificate by 2030, and all education in between. 
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Climbers descend on Munising for Michigan Ice Fest

UPword StaffWednesday, February 7, 2024
From modest beginnings more than three decades ago, the Michigan Ice Fest in Munising has evolved into a marquee event, drawing beginners and seasoned ice climbers from around the globe.  
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Hancock readies industrial park with nearly $1 million state grant

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, February 7, 2024
A nearly $1 million grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will help Hancock ready a new industrial with the necessary infrastructure. Businesses could move in as early as this summer. 
Feature Story A fundraiser was held earlier this month at the Orpheum Theater in Hancock. Arts and Culture

'Big Annie' to get her due -- supporters raise money to build a statue to honor the Calumet activist

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, January 31, 2024
Big Annie marched to improve wages and working conditions for the miners in Copper Country. Considered one of the notable activists in the nation's early labor movement, Anna Klobuchar Clemenc is about to get her due in Calumet. Plans are in the works to build a statue to honor her legacy.
Feature Story From left to right: Kari Visnaw, superintendent of St. Ignace Area Schools; Nichole Martin, Lasalle High School principal; K9 Team handler Jessica Myjak with Nova. Kids and Education

Nova, a Labrador retriever, is part of the safety team at St. Ignace Area Schools

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, January 31, 2024
There's a new face roaming the halls of St. Ignace Area Schools -- it's Nova, a 1-year-old Labrador retriever. Nova is a safety dog offering students emotional support and physical security, thanks to her ability to sniff out firearms and explosives.  
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The story behind Chicken Tramper, the U.P. outdoor gear company with the unusual name

Rich JenkinsWednesday, January 24, 2024
Preparing for a long hiking trip inspired a pair of college friends from Michigan Technological University to create lighter, more suitable gear. And that led to the creation of their own gear company in Hancock.   
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A helping hand for small businesses in the central U.P.

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, January 24, 2024
A $3.4 million state grant will help create a small business hub in the central U.P. The Lake Superior Community Partnership aims to provide more coordinated support to the entire small business community, existing and new.
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Michigan's Indigenous children receive culturally sensitive nutrition education through new program

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, January 18, 2024
The 13 Moons Curriculum enriches the lives of children up to age 5 with an academic foundation focused on culturally relevant, healthy eating.
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Pushing innovation in the U.P.

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, January 17, 2024
Innovation Week returns to Michigan Technological University next week, offering budding entrepreneurs and innovators solid advice to launch their businesses.
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Another daycare opens through Childcare SPARK

UPword StaffWednesday, January 17, 2024
Another graduate of Childcare SPARK program has opened a daycare, demonstrating the success of the one-of-a-kind program and helping fill a gap in childcare in the community. 
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