Development News

State grant helps L’Anse redevelopment project move forward

The former Winkler Nursing Home has long been identified by community leaders and residents as a key redevelopment opportunity.

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Michigan DNR releases fish restocking numbers for the state

Some 648,557 fish were released in the hopes of increasing the populations of traditional fishing targets like rainbow trout, steelheads and muskies. 

Copper Country adds 60-plus childcare slots — more needed

A communitywide collaboration has resulted in the creation of more than 60 new licensed childcare slots.

MTU’s largest donation ever will fund new student wellness center 

The approximately 90,000-square-foot center will reorganize many of the university’s student services into one location.

Young entrepreneur launches U.P.-inspired skate and streetwear

The company creates clothing and skate deck signs that reflect Aidryk's style and creativity.

Keweenaw Community Foundation creates fund for local radio station

The Radio Keweenaw Fund will help ensure the station’s long-term financial stability by supporting essential operational needs.

LSSU earns ABET accredition for four engineering programs

This marks the first ABET accreditation for the robotics engineering program, with the other three programs completing re-accreditation.

Bay Mills Community College awarded $9 million gift 

President Dr. Duane Bedell called the contribution “extraordinary” and “transformative."

A recent graduating class at the Marine Trades Institute, formerly the Great Lakes Boat Building School.
Marine Trades Institute partners with businesses for high-impact giving

The Cedarville school hopes to build on fundraising success from last year.

Partridge Creek Farm sets Giving Tuesday campaign to bolster food access

The farm hopes to raise $5,000 to upgrade free community grazing beds at the Ishpeming Middle School garden.

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