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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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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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Q & A with Norway's city manager

Ann Dallman Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Norway's city manager -- Dan Stoltman -- talks about his hopes for the Dickinson County community's future and his transition from Colorado to the U.P.
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Former Finlandia cultural institutions preserved

UPword StaffWednesday, January 10, 2024
Important Finnish American cultural institutions in Hancock have been preserved on the former campus of Finlandia University, thanks to the purchase by a national nonprofit organization. 
Feature Story Finlandia University is always looking to expand its educational offerings. Community Development

What's ahead for the former Finlandia campus?

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, December 20, 2023
Several months after the closing of Finlandia University, the only private university in the U.P., most of its buildings and properties have been sold, including the culturally important Finnish American Heritage Center. 
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A Finnish sauna with a 'Superior' view

UPword StaffWednesday, December 20, 2023
Does the U.P. need another sauna? That answer is yes. Superior Steam has opened along the shores of Lake Superior in Eagle Harbor, providing an authentic experience for visitors and locals alike.
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Big projects ahead in downtown Munising

Jennifer Donovan Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Two-multimillion-dollar projects will bring much-needed housing and commercial development to Munising, the gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. 
Feature Story Snowboarders at Mont Ripley. Photo courtesy of Alyssa Dupuis Kids and Education

Michigan's oldest ski area plans improvements

Ann Dallman Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Mont Ripley Ski Area, unique among Michigan alpine destinations, has launched a fund-raising campaign to expand its long-standing chalet and make other improvements.
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Menominee's Wind Rose North outfits outdoor enthusiasts

Ann DallmanWednesday, December 6, 2023
Family trips out West inspired a Menominee couple to open an outdoor equipment store more than two decades ago. Today, their son owns Wind Rose North Outfitters, successfully navigating an ever-changing economic river to provide quality gear and equipment to outdoor enthusiasts. 
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Farm to School: Lessons in fresh, local food

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, December 6, 2023
A new project by the Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development aims to bring fresh produce to school children in two intermediate school districts. Farm to School will also expand understanding of and access to fresh, local food through a variety of activities. 
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Gladstone: A hub for outdoor innovation

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, November 29, 2023
What is about Gladstone that inspires outdoor innovators? Walleye fishing? Hunting? Wherever that inspiration comes from, this outdoor community in Delta County is home to a multitude of outdoor manufacturers, creating everything from knives to fishing lures. 
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Copper Country initiative emphasizes fresh and local foods

Kym ReinstadlerWednesday, November 29, 2023
On its reservation in the U.P.'s copper country, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community is striving toward the goal of food sovereignty, strengthening the community's ablility to produce more of its own fresh and local food sources. 
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Working remotely -- and happily -- in the U.P.

Sarah Spohn Wednesday, November 15, 2023
This current era of remote work allows professionals across many industries to choose where they want to work. For many, that choice is to work from home. A few professionals share their stories and perspectives of national remote work while living in the U.P.
Feature Story Co-founders of KMI: Troy Morris, Austin Morris, and Adam Kall. Entrepreneurship

KMI advances space debris removal efforts

UPword StaffWednesday, November 15, 2023
A mix of Department of Defense contracts and investments is bolstering Marquette-based Kall Morris Inc's innovative efforts to remove debris in space. KMI’s goal is #KeepingSpaceClearForAll
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Celebrate National Rural Health Day on Nov. 16

Douglas Siwek Wednesday, November 15, 2023
The Michigan Center for Rural Health encourages residents across the state to mark National Rural Health Day. The annual event is an opportunity to celebrate the “Power of Rural” and honor the individuals and organizations dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of nearly 61 million people living in rural America.
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Maine firm brings cybersecurity know-how to Marquette

Jennifer Donovan Wednesday, November 8, 2023
A Maine-based cybersecurity firm has set up shop in the U.P., working with Northern Michigan University and its Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute to develop cybersecurity, computer science and risk management capabilities for the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. 
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Munising: Ready for future investment

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Munising, the gateway to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, is among the latest Michigan communities to earn the state's Redevelopment Ready designation. Streamlining the development process and other city matters, Munising is poised for new investment.
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Despite nationwide provider shortage, MyMichigan Health remains committed to Sault community

Gabrielle HaidererWednesday, November 8, 2023
Michigan is one of the five states experiencing the most critical staffing shortages among healthcare workers, including physicians. Despite the shortage, MyMichigan Health is showing it is committed to the Sault community in a variety of ways including: ensuring residents have access to the services they need to keep their care close to home, supporting providers who are already in the community, and recruiting new providers to the community.  
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Raising spirits: Couple opens distillery in former Menominee funeral home

Ann DallmanWednesday, November 1, 2023
An entrepreneurial couple has turned a former funeral home in Menominee into a distillery and tasting room, adding to the downtown's roster of new businesses. The aptly named Spirit House plays up its interesting past. 
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