The future of sustainable fishing in the U.P.
The future of commercial fishing in the Upper Peninsula depends on lake ecology and the willingness of a new generation to learn the skills and way of life of those who fish the Great Lakes.
Joe Baur's Latest Articles
Pioneers: U.P. craft beer is a growing business
Upper Peninsula brewers talk about the rise of their industry in the region and across the state of Michigan. It has an increasing economic impact, from tourism to new ventures.
How Michigan’s small towns are balancing rural life with urban benefits
Everyone wants the safety and quiet of a small town, but the amenities and transportation options of a big city. Some of Michigan's small cities are finding ways to offer both, positioning themselves for future growth.
How Marquette became the livable, walkable city to follow
Marquette may not be the first place you think of when it comes to sustainability and placemaking, but you should reconsider. In terms of small cities, it really stands out above the crowd.
U.P. lighthouse restoration bolsters tourism, economy, and community pride
A historic Upper Peninsula lighthouse is just emerging from a rehabilitation project backed by state and local agencies and many volunteers. The DeTour Reef Light in northern Lake Huron has all the tools to become a maritime placemaking asset for the area, drawing visitors, and strengthening the local economy, and it'll be open for visitors this coming year.
U.P. Green makes green living possible in the Upper Peninsula
Baraga-based U.P. Green is stepping up to the plate, giving the Upper Peninsula recycling options that will help Yoopers keep the U.P. clean.
Marquette working toward multi-use Third Street corridor
Marquette's Third Street is an increasingly busy thoroughfare, and city planners are looking at its future as a mixed-use, walkable, bikable corridor that can connect downtown with residential areas with some needed improvements.
Why the U.P. should go to the dogs
Whether a community is dog-friendly or not can mean a lot to prospective residents looking for a nice neighborhood for their family, which often includes dogs. City ordinances, from leash laws to the creation of dog parks, are a factor that some Upper Peninsula administrators have on their minds.
Upper Peninsula partners come together on Safe Routes to School program
The tiny village of Newberry is showing Yoopers and Michiganders alike how to collaborate to develop a better community through transportation.
Crowdfunding campaigns in Michigan offer (mostly) uplifting reports
Two northern Michigan entrepreneurs started up their businesses using crowdfunding, such as Kickstarter. Here's how they did it.
