Dr. Tim Hunt cares about animals. It's the reason he became a veterinarian in the first place, and why he opened his own practice in Marquette. But his care for animals goes beyond that; Hunt has created his own line of pet food for the dogs and cats in your life, available right here in the U.P.
Do you know who the forward-thinking and progressive leaders are in your community? No? That's why we've started a new series, 10 Minute Break, so that you can get to know these community leaders like we know them. First up? Amy Clickner of the Lake Superior Community Partnership.
There are so many things to love about the Upper Peninsula, and one of them just happens to be the UP 200 sled dog race. This year's race is full of talented mushers, an unexpected change of venue and a chance to visit the village of Chatham. Sam Eggleston goes along for the ride.
John Richer left his full-time job with the hopes of making a successful run in the photography business. Little did he know when he made that bold move that he'd become the premier photographer for men and women across the Upper Peninsula and beyond who were wanting to get a taste--even a small one--of the life of a model.
Sports boosters aren't just for the cool kids--especially at small schools, they're the key to keeping athletic programs going and keeping kids active and healthy. In the era of education funding cuts, they could use your helping hand more than ever, as Sam Eggleston writes in this week's column.
When it comes to the fact that Michigan turned 175 years old in late January (happy birthday!), all the Michiganders should take a moment to realize that this fine state was the recipient of the best present ever and one that keeps on giving--the Upper Peninsula. Thought to be an untamable wilderness back when this chunk of land was given to Michigan following the Toledo War, it has turned out to not be such a shabby trade after all.
Harnessing solar energy isn't just for the big companies that are busy developing solar shingles and massive solar panels--it's for companies that want to bring solar energy into each and every home, too. That's where Cooks-based Suburb Solar comes in, offering up an innovative solar generator that is as easy to use as pushing a button.
It takes special people to live in the U.P. and be happy about the long winter and the short rest of the year--but those who do live here are more than just hardy and determined, they're inventive, too, as UP Second Wave managing editor Sam Eggleston writes.
It's hard to believe that 2011 is virtually behind us already. Here at Upper Peninsula Second Wave, we've been looking back over the past 12 months and the people we've met, the places we've been and the stories we've told. We wanted to share some of our favorites with you as we say farewell to 2011 and begin to look ahead to 2012.
If there's one thing for certain, holiday shopping can be quite daunting at times. But the best way to do your shopping--be it in person or via the Internet--is by keeping your dollars local. Shopping U.P.-based small businesses not only benefits those entrepreneurs, but your local communities as well.
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