Economic growth shows the U.P. has year-round strength
January is often a slow time of year for businesses, but there's still plenty happening in the U.P. as we get ready to look toward spring and take on new challenges.
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The latest in new businesses around the U.P.
New additions to the Upper Peninsula business community continue to arrive this winter.
Banished words for 2018: LSSU names its list
The New Year always brings with it a new list of banished words from LSSU -- here's what to avoid saying in 2018.
The U.P. is famous, at least on the Internet this month
One of the Upper Peninsula's charms is its out-of-the-wayness, its isolation and its completely unique mix of culture, food, recreation, lifestyle and history. 2018 so far has seen various aspects of that character getting national social media attention, however.
Entrepreneurs find success meeting niche demands
The year 2017 wouldn't be complete without a few more bright ideas for small businesses opening up across the Upper Peninsula. From sustainable bread to repurposed furniture, U.P. entrepreneurs are finding their economic niches.
Winter brings good business news to the U.P.
Sometimes, December can mean slow business in the U.P., but things aren't looking that way this year as holiday shoppers crowd stores, and new businesses are opening even this wintery month.
U.P. economy steams ahead to the holidays
From deep dish pizza to new and innovative research, the U.P. is always moving forward.
New developments in U.P. business scene
A new economic development leader, two new businesses, and international business deals are making news this week for the Upper Peninsula.
National retail, hospitality chains move into the U.P.
Big new stores and hotels combine with new small businesses to paint a holistic economic picture for the U.P. this holiday season.
New stores, new trails add to U.P. development
Development takes many forms, whether that's a brand-new specialty retail shop or the opening of a new non-motorized trail that helps connect parts of the U.P.
