Mass timber construction promises many economic benefits for the U.P., improving the use of the region’s vast forests while creating jobs for residents, environmental protection, and economic growth for timber, wood products and construction industry.
With an abundance of outdoor recreation assets, including a spectacular Lake Superior shoreline, and thoughtful downtown development, Marquette is among the small cities across the upper Midwest experiencing population growth.
A newly released study underscores the importance of tourism to the economy of the western Upper Peninsula. Officials across the region hope the study further enhances tourism and helps with community planning and promotion efforts.
Responding to a shortage of skilled workers in the construction trades, a host of programs in the U.P. are providing training to encourage high school and college students to consider entering the construction field.
The former Finlandia University's Old Main has a new owner and a new future. Naturally Michigan Properties plans to use the historic building as an inn, reception space and boutique gallery.
Two U.P. universities -- Northern Michigan and Michigan Tech -- are drawing more students, bucking a downward trend elsewhere in Michigan and across the country. What's drawing students? Preparation for well-paying jobs and the appeal of outdoor activities seem to be two of the most important attractions.
High school students from all over Michigan return to Lake Superior State University next month for the annual robotics competition. The competition is designed to inspire interest in the field of robotics and to introduce students to the robotics degree opportunities at LSSU.
Webster Marble changed how early 20th century Americans viewed the outdoors. An exhibit honoring his legacy has found a permanent home in Escanaba. “For a region that is working hard to retain and attract talent and to encourage entrepreneurs, Webster Marble reinforces the ‘can do’ U.P. attitude," says Vickie Micheau, executive director of the Delta County Chamber of Commerce,
Innovation Week returns to Michigan Technological University next week, offering budding entrepreneurs and innovators solid advice to launch their businesses.
Several months after the closing of Finlandia University, the only private university in the U.P., most of its buildings and properties have been sold, including the culturally important Finnish American Heritage Center.
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