How Enbridge’s community grants power Michigan’s future

Endbridge's Fueling Futures program helps fund education, workforce development, emergency services, and environmental conservation.

The Orbion propulsion system.
York Space Systems acquires Houghton-based Orbion Space Technology

Founded in 2016, Orbion designs and manufactures Hall-effect electric thrusters for constellation-scale satellite missions.

Keweenaw Mountain Lodge announces schedule for 2026 Dark Sky Festival

Eleven speakers have been confirmed, representing fields spanning astrophysics, aurora chasing, night sky photography, dark sky conservation, archaeoastronomy, and geomagnetic science.

From Forest to Pharmacy: Researchers explore maple sap as a lifeline for cancer survivors

Researchers in the U.P., Michigan and beyond are looking into potential health applications for maple sap.

Michigan Outdoors: Adventure for everyone

Over the past several years, Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park has worked with organizations including Disability Network West Michigan, schools and colleges to expand adaptive recreation.

Keweenaw tourism thrives with boost in short-term rentals

The region drastically outperformed statewide and regional averages in revenue growth.

NMU officially recognized as Bee Campus USA affiliate

To be an affiliate, participants have to increase the availability of native plants, reduce the use of pesticides, and provide nest sites for local wildlife species

The outsized economic impact of Higher Education in the U.P.

The study demonstrates the profound impact Michigan’s public universities have on the state and all of its communities in economic activity, job creation and tax revenues generated.

Roommates with a Purpose: A first-year med student’s deep dive into dementia care

The Intergenerational Living Initiative serves as a ground-breaking model that combines medical education with immersive and community-based care. 

Registration open for Partridge Creek Farm’s 2026 CSA program

Seventeen weeks of fresh, locally grown produce available to the community.

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