Economic Development

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Michigan Technological University.

Michigan Tech submits plan for new health technology complex

Michigan Technological University is asking the state to approve plans for a big new health technologies building on campus.

Latest in Economic Development
The grand opening of UPtown Gifts in Ishpeming.
New gift store opens in Ishpeming

The Gossard Building in Ishpeming is now home to a new retail gift shop.

Windsong Studios has opened in downtown Marquette.
Windsong Studios welcomes artists in Marquette.

A new art studio is open in downtown Marquette.

A new hire at Wise Owl Technologies.
Wise Owl hires new employee

Sault computer company Wise Owl has brought on a new office manager.

East Channel Brewing Company is the new home of Loco Poco Tacos.
Taco stand finds new winter location

Loco Poco Tacos in Munising has a new winter home at the East Channel Brewing Company.

Jill Leonard State Farm Insurance is now open in Marquette.
Jill Leonard opens insurance agency

A new State Farm insurance agent has opened her doors in Marquette.

Downtown Marquette is just one of the areas that could benefit from new entrepreneurial endeavors.
Buy Local app hits Marquette County

The Marquette Chamber of Commerce launched a local shopping app to reward patrons of local businesses.

New hires are taking place.
VAST adds four new hires

The insurance company hired four NMU grads.

Superior Mobile Koney.
Superior Mobile Koney takes Michigan classic on the road

A new food truck is specializing in coney dogs.

Jandron's Retail Center breaks ground in Marquette.
Jandrons to open new retail center in Marquette

Longtime jewelry store Jandrons is expanding in its hometown.

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