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John and Shirley Berry (left) with Kristin and Brock Tessman, NMU's president, at the Northern Center
Berry surpasses $10 million in donations to NMU

“I was a young kid, still wet behind the ears, when I arrived on campus. But Northern provided a great foundation that helped me grow and mature, along with valuable preparation for life’s many challenges,” said John Berry Jr., who along with his wife, Shirley, are the largest donors in NMU's history.

NMU Center for Forensic Science Director Jane Harris (left) with Dr. Carolyn Isaac of MSU, collaborating on the assessment of one of the victims.
NMU’s Harris praised for her work in identifying unnamed remains

“While we had over 50 team members participating in this dig, none of them was more valuable than Dr. Harris … Her professionalism and wealth of knowledge were amazing, and her willingness to teach was apparent,” the assistant director of the Philadelphia Police Department’s Office of Forensic Science wrote in a letter.

Downtown Menominee
Communities prepare for Match on Main grants

“The funds can be used for such things as renovating the interior of the business, developing an outdoor dining area, marketing, technical upgrades or working capital,” said Craig Woerpel, who is executive director of the Escanaba Downtown Development Authority. 

Michigan Tech to honor alumnus and hockey great Tony Esposito

Michigan Technological University is awarding its highest honor to the late Tony Esposito, a graduate of the Class of 1967 who became a hockey legend. 

Upper Peninsula authors featured on annual list

“Traditionally, recognition of Michigan books has been dominated by the university presses downstate, and we would like to take this opportunity to highlight literature that focuses closer to home for us,” Mikel Classen, chairman of the association's Notable Books.  

An architect's draft of the proposed development for the Bay Mills Indian Community in Brimley.
Bay Mills Indian Community announces $5.5 million mixed-use development

“This project will honor our history and provide for our future. King’s Club gave (the Bay Mills Indian Community) the foundation to build upon, and for that we are thankful,” said Whitney Gravelle, president of the Bay Mills Indian Community.

Northern Michigan University in Marquette.
World’s largest freshwater animal study includes NMU professor

“There are over 2,000 species of freshwater crabs in the tropical freshwaters around the world, and many of them are vulnerable to environmental threats,” said Neil Cumberlidge, Northern Michigan University Biology Emeritus Professor.

U.P. public schools hit hard with data breach

“It is worth noting that this breach is on PowerSchool’s end and has not affected any of our other systems in the district,” said Mid Peninsula Schools Superintendent Eric VanDamme. “As always, our top priority is to ensure the safety and security of our students and staff.”

Snowmobiles line up outside the Bear Trap restaurant in Van Meer,
Winter tourism bounces back in the U.P.

With heavier than usual snowfalls early in the season, outdoor recreation businesses, hotels and restaurants in the U.P. are upbeat about winter tourism.

Hoffman Family acquires Mackinac Island’s East Dock

“We are thrilled to add the East Dock as our newest acquisition in Michigan. We look forward to continuing the dock’s legacy of providing first-class service and facilities to guests for years to come,” said Jenny Gezella, president of Hoffmann Marine.

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