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Lucy Hough

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Online magazine introduces new voice to U.P. media

A new online publication in the Upper Peninsula hopes to offer an alternative and citizen-centered voice. Marquette Magazine provides everyday people an opportunity to question or comment upon local, regional and national happenings.

Michigan companies contribute to Olympic movement

As you watch the Olympics in Sochi, Russia this week, take note of some of the Michigan connections on the USA Team. Writer Lucy Hough talks with three Michigan companies contributing to the upcoming Games.

BridgeGuard brings innovation to bear on infrastructure safety

BridgeGuard, based in Hancock, is offering a safe and cost-effective solution to improving the quality of our country's infrastructure. It does this with innovative engineers but also with a focus on quality customer service.

Clear & Cold Cinema founder Aaron Peterson films sea kayaking on Lake Superior near Marquette
Up-and-coming production company presents snow biking film

Clear & Cold Cinema is an example of Upper Peninsula artists coming together to work creatively to show off the beauty and uniqueness of the region. In the upcoming film Cold Rolled, the group explores the increasingly popular sport of snow biking.

Ben Argall of Blue Mohawk Studios
Art culture adds to a sense of place in Marquette

The internet is making it easier for artists in the Upper Peninsula to thrive in such a rural area. Writer Lucy Hough finds out what art culture looks like here in the U.P. and how it builds community.

Young Politicians
New generation changes the face of politics in the Upper Peninsula

A new generation is participating in U.P. politics and changing the outlook of these cities. Writer Lucy Hough talks to three city commissioners who have a different set of goals than their older peers.

Instagram photos in the Upper Peninsula can reveal a variety of beautiful moments
Residents share U.P. beauty with the world on Instagram

The world can see what the U.P. looks like on Instagram, with beautiful pictures taken from throughout the area. Lucy Hough meets some of these people and talks to them about why they like to feature the environment.

Adam Reed of Reedesigns
NMU student creates innovative skateboarding business

What if how we've been skateboarding all along can be dramatically improved? Northern Michigan University student Adam Reed is trying to find out by integrating his passion for snowboarding into new skateboard designs.

Creative historical vintage decor is everywhere at the Ore Dock Brewing Company
Old buildings meet new uses with historic Marquette renovations

In the past few years, some historic Marquette businesses have seen renovations.These changes keep Marquette's history, but allow for growth. Lucy Hough looks at how those changes are made possible.

Marquette's new Marqtran transfer station
Public transportation in the U.P.: What do we need to do better?

Upper Peninsula cities often offer public transportation within the community, but writer Lucy Hough finds room for improvement in public transit that involves a change in mindset by local citizens.

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