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Chris Gethers brews a new batch at Pictured Rocks Brewing.

Telling a new story at Pictured Rocks Brewing

This piece from Marquette Magazine explores what it took for a craft brewer to start up a new partnership in Munising with a local pub.

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Stephenson National Bank & Trust in the U.P.
Rollo joins management at Stephenson National Bank and Trust

Stephenson National Bank and Trust has a new member of their management team, Elisa Rollo.

Lake Superior.
Lake Superior Community Partnership hires two

Two new staffers will work on economic development with the Lake Superior Community Partnership in Marquette.

The 906 red ale from Upper Hand Brewery.
Upper Hand Brewery releases 906 Ale

The newest beer from Upper Hand Brewery is the 906 Ale. 

A new physician has joined the staff.
Lakewood Family Medicine welcomes new doctor

A doctor joining the health care staff at Lakewood Family Medicine in Harvey is already familiar to area patients.

Pat Hennessy, right, and Karen Larson, left. Hennessy is co-owner of Birdcage Antiques.
New antique store opens in Marquette

Birdcage Antiques has opened alongside Karen Larson Interiors in Marquette.

Manufactured home communities also sometimes offer old-fashioned neighborhood amenities.
The return of the pre-fab home

Millennials looking to buy their first homes and Boomers looking to downsize find factory-built or manufactured housing to be a good alternative that offers affordable, sturdy and green living. 

Chris Boyle of Solo Shot.
The Henry Ford Innovation Nation: The Solo Shot

The Henry Ford's Innovation Nation shares inspiring stories that showcase change makers and the possibilities for future progress. Take the perfect selfie with the SoloShot camera, then meet inventor Chris Boyle at Maker Faire® Detroit!

Great Lakes Coffee in Detroit.
The next level of being a localist: 3 ways to up your local game

Do you believe in the power of small business to restore community? If so, you might be a localist. Here are three simple suggestions for how to contribute to the localist movement in a meaningful, holistic way.

The Landmark Inn in Marquette.
Landmark Inn unveils new Piedmont restaurant

The Landmark Inn in Marquette has revamped their in-house restaurant, formerly Capers, into a rustic Italian place called the Piedmont.

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