Snow is something U.P. residents are used to.

The U.P. attitude toward snow is what makes us different from Boston

Source: Fox 11 Online

Grilled whitefish at the Up North Lodge in Gwinn.
Up North Lodge in Gwinn serves up reliably good food

The local blog Small Town Girl, Foodie World reviews a Gwinn restaurant with a long history in the area and a reliable menu.

With the help of MSHDA funding and expertise, this historic structure was transformed into classy downtown apartments.
Two new U.P. communities enlist in Michigan Main Street

Downtown districts in the Upper Peninsula have come a long way since the mass exodus of retail businesses a few decades ago. Sault Ste. Marie and Iron River are among those getting help with downtown revitalization from the Michigan Main Street program.

John Richer Photography
Richer Image returns to Marquette
Racers Burger Bistro
Racers Burger Bistro offers new dining option in Hancock
Stephenson National Bank & Trust in the U.P.
Three officers promoted at Stephenson National Bank and Trust
Who wants some nachos?
Ron’s Taco Shop reopens in downtown Marquette
Wood-fired pizza at Huron Mountain Bakery.
Huron Mountain Bakery adds wood oven pizza
The current Island Sports Bar at the Island Resort & Casino.
Island Resort and Casino expanding
A participant in the IceFest women's ice-climbing clinic takes on Twin Falls near Munising.
Filmmakers showcase Michigan ice climbing

Source: Lansing State Journal

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