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Stormy Kromer's Collegiate Collection represents 18 universities in the Midwest.
Stormy Kromer unveils first-ever series of collegiate hats

The iconic Stormy Kromer-style hat is now available in your favorite college colors. The Ironwood company this week unveiled a series of hats of representing colleges from the Midwest, including Northern Michigan University, Michigan Technological University, and Lake Superior State University.

Michigan's first mass timber building built with Michigan wood.
DNR hosts open house at Newberry Customer Service Center

Here's your chance to see Michigan’s first mass timber building built with Michigan wood. The DNR is hosting a family-friend open house at its Customer Service Center in Newberry on Thursday, Aug. 14.

Marine Trades Institute plans special fundraiser for Student Enrichment Fund

The Marine Trades Institute in Cedarville hopes to raise $30,000 for its Student Enrichment Fund, which supports the purchase of essential equipment, field trips and professional development opportunities. 

Sold out: Stormy Kromer’s limited-edition cap honoring the Edmund Fitzerald’s 50th anniversary

Within days of its release, a special-edition Stormy Kromer cap commemorating the tragic sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sold out. The caps were a fundraiser for a Wisconsin organization that wants to erect an historical sign at the ship's last port of call on Lake Superior.

Foundation launches fund to support Keweenaw Heartlands

A special fund created by the Keweenaw Community Foundation will help support local management, sustainable access and long-term care of the Keweenaw Heartlands.

A rendering of the new state-of-the-art education building at the Marine Trades Institute.
Marine Trades Institute break grounds on state-of-the-art training facility

"This new facility, bolstered by our partnership with Formula Boats, marks a pivotal moment for the Marine Trades Institute," says Nikki Storey, president of the Marine Trades Institue. "It not only allows us to meet the growing demand for skilled marine technicians but also reinforces our commitment to providing students with the best possible training environment."  

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