“Rep. (Greg) Markkanen has been and continues to be a champion of the Keweenaw’s visitor economy through his hard work with mom-and-pop businesses and recreation volunteer groups,” said Brad Barnett, who is executive director of Visit Keweenaw.
Rolf Peterson, a researcher and professor emeritus at Michigan Technological University, has been honored as one of 10 Michiganians of the Year for his life-long efforts studying moose and wolves on Isle Royale National Park.
Sixteen-year-old Will Paul's deer habitat improvement project became a community affair, with students, teachers and others helping to plant a variety of trees and shrubs to create a diverse habitat. The project serves as a model for community-driven conservation efforts.
Hali Householder helps recruit future dental hygienists and promotes whole-body health through a pioneering workforce initiative tackling care shortages.
Louisiana Pacific’s Newberry mill, which produces engineered wood products, marks 40 years of operation in the Luce County. The anniversary is being celebrated this week with community events, including public tours of the mill.
“The funding from the Michigan Innovation Fund is recognition that rural regions like the Upper Peninsula have the sophistication and capability to be meaningful partners in innovation and entrepreneurship. This distinction is critical given growth follows a culture of innovation,” said Marty Fittante, CEO of InvestUP.
"This new facility, bolstered by our partnership with Formula Boats, marks a pivotal moment for the Marine Trades Institute," says Nikki Storey, president of the Marine Trades Institue. "It not only allows us to meet the growing demand for skilled marine technicians but also reinforces our commitment to providing students with the best possible training environment."
Downtown Gladstone is buzzing with energy, thanks to the opening of new businesses, building renovations, and other improvements.
“The end result of this project will tie together and showcase the existing park amenities of the Hancock Beach and Campground with an expanse of outdoor space available for trail-based recreation and ecotourism, thus creating a sustainable recreation asset for both locals and visitors to enjoy," said Ian Helman, Hancock Trails Club board member.
The new Daniel J. Kobasic Memorial Welding Center brings back trades skills instruction in the Delta Schoolcraft Intermediate School District. The new state-of-the-art welding center is also expected to bolster the local economy.
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