Economic Development

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New restaurant prepped to open in Marquette

A new restaurant is opening in Marquette in a location very familiar to restaurant goers. 

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The Soo Brewing Company hosted a family-friendly sign-making party for the Sault March for Science.
Hundreds across the U.P. will march for science

On Earth Day, three communities in the UP will host hundreds of pro-science supporters in the March for Science. Farmers, scientists, artists and students are joining forces to plan community events in support of science, and to defend the scientific

A Guy's Place in Marquette.
New men-focused salons open in Marquette and Escanaba

Are you a man in need of a haircut? Want to try someplace new? Well, you're in luck if you're in Escanaba or Marquette. 

DIGS gastropub is now open for business.
New gastropub opens up shop in downtown Marquette

Looking for something new to try in Marquette? How about some fine fare from a gastropub?

A film shot in the U.P. could use your help with funding.
Help a movie filmed in the U.P. become reality

A movie called "Nowhere, Michigan" was filmed in the U.P., but it could use some post-production help with a final funding push through Kickstarter. 

The adoba hotel in Naubinway.
New investments being made in the future of the Upper Peninsula

Businesses continue to pop up, especially in the larger cities in the U.P. We've rounded up some of the notable new businesses that arrived over the past year and those that are signaling continued economic growth in the Upper Peninsula for 2017.  

Black Ice Comics is here to save the day in Houghton

Looking for comics but you don't know where to go to get your fix? Have no fear -- Black Ice Comics in Houghton has you covered. 

Delft Bistro offers up a fine selection for diners in Marquette

Looking for the newest dining experience in Marquette? Head over to the old Delft Theater in downtown to enjoy some fine fare. 

Tracey’s brings another level of dining to Munising

There is dining and then there is Tracey's, which is a step above the rest in Alger County and beyond. Outstanding food coupled with great service. 

The menu at the new Delft Bistro in Marquette.
Delft Bistro transforms old marquee in downtown Marquette

An old theater has been transformed into an upscale restaurant in downtown Marquette.

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