Copper Peak moves closer to return of competition Read Article

Joel Marotti

Marquette Rising: Outdoor recreation and intentional development fuel growth Read Article

Tom Buchkoe

Riding the wave Read Article

Great Lakes Boat Building School

Starry, starry night: U.P.'s second annual Dark Sky Festival embraces the night skies Read Article

Eagle Harbor Lighthouse
Photo: Eagle Harbor Lighthouse Joel Marotti

It's electrifying: The U.P. is home to first of its kind electric off-road vehicle charging network Read Article

Van Riper State Park in Marquette County.
Van Riper State Park in Marquette County. Joel Marotti
Joel Marotti

Creating a cultural hub in Marquette Read Article

Buono! Strega Nonna's Italian fare enchants diners in Negaunee Read Article

The story of the Tour da Yoop, Eh Read Article

Courtesy of Tour da Yoop, Eh

How a U.P. company saved Stormy Kromer Read Article

Joel Marotti

Marquette firm works to remove space debris Read Article

KMI

Raising the hotel bar in the U.P. Read Article

Joel Marotti

A bold vision for the Straits of Mackinac Read Article

Joel Marotti

Great Lakes Boat Building School expands Read Article

Great Lakes Boat Building School

Copper Peak jumps to the future Read Article

Joel Marotti

Portrait of an artist: Preserving the U.P.'s past Read Article

An unidentified man rides a railroad bicycle in Manistique.
Photo: An unidentified man rides a railroad bicycle in Manistique. Courtesy of Jack Deo

Now showing ... former theaters repurposed Read Article

A view of downtown Marquette with the Delft Theater, repurposed as a bistro.
Photo: A view of downtown Marquette with the Delft Theater, repurposed as a bistro. Delft Theater

All rise for ... The Honorable Distillery Read Article

Trich Shipley

Copper Peak jumps to the future Read Article

Joel Marotti

Features

Feature Story The EO Canopy is fully powered by sustainable sources and is being tested in a remote area of the U.P. Technology and Innovation

Five promising Michigan startups get backing from the Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund

UPword StaffWednesday, November 20, 2024
The Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund's second round of investments support five innovative startups looking to change the way we enjoy the outdoors and more. 
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Stormy Kromer uses U.P.-grown wool to create new cap

Jason M. KarelWednesday, November 20, 2024
Two of the U.P.'s family-owned heritage brands have come together to create a limited-edition cap, crafted from wool produced in the Upper Peninsula.
Feature Story Houghton's waterfront before the improvements were made. Community Development

What does Houghton mean to you?

UPword StaffWednesday, November 13, 2024
Houghton is tapping residents, visitors and others to help in branding the city with an official logo and perhaps a motto. The city has long used the image of a miner as a logo, honoring Houghton's mining past. 
Feature Story copperpeakhillside Economic Development

Copper Peak moves closer to return of competition

RIch JenkinsWednesday, November 13, 2024
Renovations are expected to begin in the spring at Copper Peak, a ski flying hill that once attracted international athletes. Advocates hope to bring international competitions and visitors back to the famed tower in the western U.P. 
Feature Story The calendar has reminded residents of how large the art community is and events like the Range Art Tour. Community Development

Free online calendar brings together rural Michigan and Wisconsin towns

Michelle Miron Wednesday, November 6, 2024
A free online event calendar draws people together in the rural communities along a river dividing the western Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin.   
Feature Story ennaction Technology and Innovation

Game developer with U.P. connections gets major funding for new launch

UPword StaffWednesday, November 6, 2024
Co-founded by a Marquette native, a video game developer recently received major funding to launch new, action-packed game called Sparkball.
Feature Story timberimage Economic Development

Grants help lumber company upgrade, protect jobs

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, October 30, 2024
A lumbering operation in Houghton County will remain intact and receive some upgrades, thanks to state and federal grants. The improvements also will help retain 85 high-paying jobs.
Feature Story The second floor of the former bank in Manistique is being turned into apartments. Economic Development

A small but important step in housing

UPword StaffWednesday, October 30, 2024
The former Manistique Bank is being transformed into commercial and residential space. A recent Build MI Community Grant Initiative will help fund renovation of the second floor into residential apartments. 
Longform Jae Gerhart, manager of farm programs for Trinity Health Ann Arbor, at The Farm at Trinity Health in Ypsilanti. The Farm offers a produce prescription program for those who struggle to afford healthy food. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Medicaid funding could expand and sustain Michigan's produce prescription programs

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, October 24, 2024
Michigan is seeking approval for a new funding structure that could use Medicaid dollars to pay for programs that offer "prescriptions" for free fresh fruits and vegetables.
Feature Story eopanels Technology and Innovation

In the U.P., a new, sustainable approach to off-grid glamping

Greg TaskerWednesday, October 23, 2024
Michigan-based Electric Outdoors, Inc., is testing its sustainable glamping platform in a remote spot in the U.P. The new platform is entirely sustainable and does not rely on other energy sources to provide comfort.
Feature Story amandashomedaycare Kids and Education

Another Childcare SPARK graduate opens a daycare

Jason M. Karel Wednesday, October 23, 2024
An innovative program to create more childcare facilities in Marquette County has helped open yet another in-home operation. 
Feature Story ablemedicalcollage Economic Development

Medical equipment manufacturer expands, creating 40 jobs in the U.P.

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, October 16, 2024
A Marquette County-based medical manufacturer is expanding its operations with plans to create 40 jobs.
Feature Story mountmanufacturingworkers Economic Development

Mount Manufacturing: Helping drive technological innovation in Marquette

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, October 16, 2024
Mount Manufacturing, a manufacturer of medical devices and instruments, is a growing and important player in Marquette's economy, creating high-quality jobs and driving technological innovation.
Longform Nurses like District Health Department #10’s Becky Gossman RN are only one facet of the future public health workforce. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Redefining public health in Michigan: A vision for a post-pandemic future

Brianna NargisoTuesday, October 15, 2024
The Michigan Association for Local Public Health is advocating for a transformative vision of public health, one that accounts for the complexities of today’s diverse communities and the ever-evolving landscape of health needs. 
Feature Story Community mental health agencies from all over the state came to the 2024 rally to show support for their clients and friends and to advocate for a stronger mental health system. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

20th 'Walk a Mile in My Shoes' rally promotes public mental health care

Monique BedfordTuesday, October 15, 2024
Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) Walk a Mile in My Shoes Rally congregates advocates from across Michigan to support public behavioral health care. 
Feature Story michiganforest Sustainability

Annual Michigan Outdoor Summit celebrates, strengthens outdoors communities

UPword StaffWednesday, October 9, 2024
The annual Michigan Outdoors Summit in Traverse City brings together a host of players in the diverse outdoors sector. Their goal? To celebrate the outdoors and encourage more Michiganders to appreciate the natural beauty around them. 
Feature Story Houghton's waterfront before the improvements were made. Community Development

Houghton's waterfront 'vision' earns honors from Michigan Municipal League

Paula McCambridgeWednesday, October 2, 2024
Houghton is the second U.P. community to earn the Community Excellence Award from the Michigan Municipal League. The Keweenaw Peninsula city was honored for the transformation of its waterfront and improved connections to the downtown and the community.
Feature Story miners Arts and Culture

Art installation revives human presence at Quincy Mine

Brice BurgeWednesday, October 2, 2024
The stories of the miners and their families have largely faded from the mines of the Keweenaw Peninsula. But a new art installation at Quincy Mine aims to change that, reviving a human presence at the historical site.
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Marquette-based Northern Initiatives helps rural entrepreneurs build businesses, community

Northern InitiativesWednesday, October 2, 2024
Founded in Marquette and now working throughout the state, Northern Initiatives helps underserved rural entrepreneurs realize their business dreams. The nonprofit lender helped Port Hope Diner in the Thumb. Efforts in the U.P. include the newly opened Red Hen Foods and Goods in Nisula.  
Feature Story Local public health works alongside families. Healthy Communities

U.P. campaign affirms “Local Public Health Cares”

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, September 25, 2024
The six Michigan health departments covering the whole Upper Peninsula teamed up to promote the importance of public health in their communities and raise awareness about the many services they provide.
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Development News

Keweenaw Community Foundation celebrates 30 years

UPword StaffWednesday, November 20, 2024

The quiet period before hunting season begins

Brice BurgeWednesday, November 13, 2024

West End Health Foundation announces grant winners

Brice BurgeWednesday, November 13, 2024

Build U.P. launches new housing program with school districts

Brice BurgeWednesday, November 6, 2024

New films, styles shine at milestone 41 North Film Fest

Brice BurgeWednesday, November 6, 2024

Vote to push Mount Bohemia to number one

UPword StaffWednesday, November 6, 2024

Hart named executive director of Bonifas Art Center

Brice BurgeWednesday, October 30, 2024
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