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U.P. featured in Pure Michigan fall campaign

"We are thrilled to have our region showcased by National Geographic through its partnership with Pure Michigan,” says Susan Estler, CEO of Travel Marquette. “The inclusion of Marquette, the Upper Peninsula and Keweenaw is a testament to the natural beauty and cultural significance of our area.”  

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Calumet Theatre receives grant for heating system

"This restoration will allow us to gather the community for more cultural events during the long U.P. Winters, maintain the building’s historic elements, and be a catalyst for the ongoing restoration and rehabilitation of this historic building, truly a jewel of the Keweenaw," said Megan Haselden, Calumet village manager.

Lumberjack Festival draws visitors to Seney

“We really appreciate these communities supporting us,” said Andrew Kidd, Seney Lumberjack Festival organizer. “They’re coming in from Newberry, Munising, Manistique and enjoying the time here in Seney.”

Going PRO helps fund training in Western U.P.

 “The Going PRO grants invest in Michiganders – our state’s most vital asset. We must continue to support our residents and help them gain the skills necessary to build and maintain a prosperous, happy life here in Michigan,” said state Rep. Greg Markkanen (R-Hancock).

Jessica Jones, be nice. communications director, and Isabelle Buck, student volunteer.
Back-to-school with community mental health

Community mental health supports students as they go back to school.

Narrowing the gender gap in municipal leadership

Allison Watkins, village manager of Newberry, is among the dozens of women across the state who have participated in the Women's Municipal Leadership Program organized by the Michigan Municipal League. The multi-level program has helped women like Watkins gain confidence in their leadership roles.   

Pickleball growth sparks crowdfunding campaign in Gladstone

“Pickleball is a unique, recreational activity that brings together community members from multiple generations around the love of this easygoing and inclusive sport, while also improving their health and well-being,” says Paula Holtz, managing director of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation's Regional Prosperity.

An expansion of the Ore Dock Brewing Company will renovate another local building and provide direct access to Front Street in Downtown Marquette. 
Grant provides expansion at Ore Dock Brewing Company

"These projects reflect our commitment to seizing opportunities that make Michigan an even better place for each of our 10 million-plus friends and neighbors to live, work, visit, play, and create futures," said Matt McCauley, senior vice president of Regional Prosperity for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.

This year's Soo Film Festival will take place Sept. 13-17.
Soo Film Festival awarded grant for new programming

“We are thrilled to receive this support from MACC,” said Jason Markstrom, president of Soo Film Festival, in a release. “This grant will allow us to continue to provide our community with high-quality film programming from around the Great Lakes.”

A stop along the 1,200-mile route.
The story of the Tour da Yoop, Eh

A U.P. native creates a one-of-a-kind organized bicycle tour of the peninsula, drawing dozens of riders each summer. The 1,200-mile trek takes 10 days and follows the perimeter of the Upper Peninsula. 

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