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Six U.P. organizations awarded America250MI History grants

The America250MI program is a state-level initiative that provides funding to help local historical organizations develop projects as part of the country's 250th anniversary celebration.

Winter storm poses challenges in Central U.P.

Drifts reaching over 25 feet high stuffed Downtown Munising’s “Art in the Alley” installation after one of the biggest March blizzards in recorded history struck last week. The alleyway is used as an artwalk featuring local painters and photographers during the summer months. 

NMU officially recognized as Bee Campus USA affiliate

To be an affiliate, participants have to increase the availability of native plants, reduce the use of pesticides, and provide nest sites for local wildlife species

LSSU to invest more than $10 Million in campus improvements

Campus-wide improvements include major roof repairs, upgrades to sidewalks, roads and parking areas, as well as refreshed landscaping and new signage.

Pitch, Please. The Outdoor Innovation Pitch Competition seeks new entrepreneurs in recreation

The grand prize is $50,000 in services and investments.

U.P. Deer Habitat Program improved, open for applications

Funding this year increased to a total of $200,000, raising the range of grant funding requests to $5,000-25,000 per project. 

Michigan DNR releases fish restocking numbers for the state

Some 648,557 fish were released in the hopes of increasing the populations of traditional fishing targets like rainbow trout, steelheads and muskies. 

MTU’s largest donation ever will fund new student wellness center 

The approximately 90,000-square-foot center will reorganize many of the university’s student services into one location.

Bay Mills Community College awarded $9 million gift 

President Dr. Duane Bedell called the contribution “extraordinary” and “transformative."

Northern Michigan University listed in “2026 Guide to Green Colleges”

NMU scored a 91 out of 99 possible points, focusing on effective and realistic environmental responsibility.

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