NCAA extends partnership with U.P.-based court provider

UPword StaffWednesday, December 4, 2024

Connor Sports, the U.P. company responsible for the intricate arena floors for the Final Four and other championship games, has officially extended its partnership with the NCAA.

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A Feeding America truck delivers food in Northern Michigan.

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Groups work to address food needs in the U.P.

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, December 4, 2024

With concerns about food insecurity on the rise, organizations in the U.P. and across Michigan are working to provide local food and support food distributions.

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One Hospital, One CommunityMyMichigan Medical Center Sault expands medical access while maintaining community-centered focus

Gabrielle HaidererWednesday, December 4, 2024

MyMichigan Medical Center Sault recently received the Governor’s Award of Excellence, among other recognitions, for its impact and contributions to the health of the community. Looking forward to the next 100 years of serving the community, the hospital is expanding medical access and making care more convenient for locals.

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

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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.

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Houghton's waterfront before the improvements were made.

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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.

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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.

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The calendar has reminded residents of how large the art community is and events like the Range Art Tour.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The second floor of the former bank in Manistique is being turned into apartments.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Nurses like District Health Department #10’s Becky Gossman RN are only one facet of the future public health workforce.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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