Houghton revives historic Potato Festival this Saturday
Houghton is reviving its historic Potato Festival this Saturday, celebrating U.P. agricultural history and modern farming tech.
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Visit Keweenaw launches $100,000 fund to sponsor local events and festivals
Visit Keweenaw has launched a $100,000 Community Events Sponsorship Program funded by lodging assessments to support local festivals and outdoor recreation events that drive overnight tourism across Houghton and Keweenaw counties.
Standing Tall Again: How Calumet came together to honor ‘Big Annie’ Clemenc
Following years of community fundraising, Calumet marked a milestone on Aug. 22 with the unveiling of a 900-pound bronze statue honoring 1913 Copper Strike activist Anna “Big Annie” Clemenc.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
Beautifying the World One Skein at a Time: The microscopic magic of UP North Yarns
Monica Thoune, a 72-year-old former teacher, combines her background in science education and economic development to run UP North Yarns, a successful hand-dyed yarn business in the Upper Peninsula
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
Upper Peninsula concert series expands to Southeastern Michigan
The series dates back to 1968, presenting music inspired by stories and exploring how music and art carry history and impact our present and future.
Rising from the Ashes: Lambda Chi Alpha restoration earns prestigious 2026 Build Michigan Award
The Associated General Contractors of Michigan recognized Iron Mountain-based Gundlach Champion for its restoration work on the historic home.
Visit Keweenaw launches $100,000 fund to sponsor local events and festivals
Visit Keweenaw has launched a $100,000 Community Events Sponsorship Program funded by lodging assessments to support local festivals and outdoor recreation events that drive overnight tourism across Houghton and Keweenaw counties.
Standing Tall Again: How Calumet came together to honor ‘Big Annie’ Clemenc
Following years of community fundraising, Calumet marked a milestone on Aug. 22 with the unveiling of a 900-pound bronze statue honoring 1913 Copper Strike activist Anna “Big Annie” Clemenc.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation
The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.
Beautifying the World One Skein at a Time: The microscopic magic of UP North Yarns
Monica Thoune, a 72-year-old former teacher, combines her background in science education and economic development to run UP North Yarns, a successful hand-dyed yarn business in the Upper Peninsula
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
Upper Peninsula concert series expands to Southeastern Michigan
The series dates back to 1968, presenting music inspired by stories and exploring how music and art carry history and impact our present and future.
Rising from the Ashes: Lambda Chi Alpha restoration earns prestigious 2026 Build Michigan Award
The Associated General Contractors of Michigan recognized Iron Mountain-based Gundlach Champion for its restoration work on the historic home.
