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The grand opening of the new Menominee Tourist Lodge in 1937.

Iconic cabin still welcomes tourists to the U.P.

The Menominee Welcome Center marks 85 years of serving travelers bound for the Upper Peninsula, offering maps and information on lodging, tourist attractions and state and national parks.

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The U.P.’s beauty inspires Marquette jeweler

From birch trees in deep forests to pebbles found along the majestic Lake Superior shoreline, the rugged landscape of the U.P. has inspired the eco-friendly jewelry and artisan goods of Beth Millner Jewelry.  

Because the kitchen is so small, the owners had to get creative and make the best use of the hallway.
Marquette’s unusual test kitchen

Northwoods Test Kitchen is self-described as a “small scale deli and shared-use kitchen, dedicated to utilizing and respecting local food."  

U.P. hosts winter outdoor camp for women

A national program has drawn thousands of Michigan women to the outdoors in pursuit of ice fishing, archery, hiking, cross-country skiing and even dog sledding. This winter's camp weekend takes place in the Upper Peninsula. 

Core Reynolds Anderson
U.P. post office renamed for trailblazing representative

“Cora Reynolds Anderson is such an important part of Michigan’s history. As the first woman elected to the Michigan House of Representatives – and the first Native American woman to serve in any state legislature – she paved the way for so many women, including me, to hold public office,” Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow said.   

The new waiting area at the General Aviation Terminal at Chippewa County International Airport.
Soaring: New general aviation terminal opens at Chippewa County International Airport

“This project will ultimately strengthen the county’s competitive position and help build capacity that will generate economic opportunity for the region," says Chris Olson, president of the Chippewa County Economic Development Corporation.

The interior of the former Delft Theater, now Delft Bistro.
Now showing … former theaters repurposed

Once the heart of many downtowns, older movie theaters across Michigan are being turned into restaurants, distilleries and shops. 

Business and life partners Anne White and Scott Anderson.
All rise for … The Honorable Distillery

Former engineers Anne White and Scott Anderson renovate an historic movie theater into Marquette's first craft distillery -- The Honorable Distillery.

Marquette aims for R-E-S-P-E-C-T

Travel Marquette launches campaign, Respect Marquette, to ensure visitors and locals alike respect the region's many recreational areas.

Children enjoy a StoryWalk®.
Dearborn nonprofit forges relationships to inspire healthy living

Dearborn-based Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities has honed the art of bringing community residents and organizations together while ensuring that the unique perspectives of Arab Americans, refugees, and immigrants have a seat at the table during the decision-making processes.

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