The Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock.

Former Finlandia cultural institutions preserved

Important Finnish American cultural institutions in Hancock have been preserved on the former campus of Finlandia University, thanks to the purchase by a national nonprofit organization. 

U.P. receives multiple “Rural Readiness” grants

“Michigan’s rural communities play an integral role in our economy,” said LEO Director Susan Corbin. “These funds will allow communities across Michigan to complete projects that provide vital resources to help their residents thrive.”  

Michigan Technological University is home to some of the brightest students in the country.
Revex, Michigan Tech SmartZone enter collaboration agreement

"MTEC’s collaboration with Michigan Tech’s Office of Innovation and Commercialization on an ongoing basis continues to pay dividends for Michigan’s economy,” said David Rowe, MTEC SmartZone CEO.    

Kim Hargis, LPN works on a mandala mural at Summit Pointe.
To build a mental wellness plan, take it one step at a time

Michigan mental health professionals share tips on building a mental wellness plan for 2024.

Representatives from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, IFF, KConnect, First Steps Kent, and Grand Rapids Public Schools were among those sharing at the event.
Un informe destaca la necesidad de una atención y educación más completas y equitativas en la primer

En el condado de Kent, estas barreras están perfectamente ilustradas por un informe publicado recientemente, Split by More Than the Grand River: Cómo la Desigualdad en el Acceso al Cuidado Infantil Asequible Divide el Condado de Kent. 

A rendering of the rendering of Northern Enterprise Center.
NMU’s Northern Enterprise Center moves forward

“The Northern Enterprise Center's planned location in the heart of campus — as an addition to the C.B. Hedgcock Building — will bring students close to support operations with better access to advising, tutoring, first-generation student services and resources,” said NMU President Brock Tessman.

A Finnish sauna with a ‘Superior’ view

Does the U.P. need another sauna? That answer is yes. Superior Steam has opened along the shores of Lake Superior in Eagle Harbor, providing an authentic experience for visitors and locals alike.

What’s ahead for the former Finlandia campus?

Several months after the closing of Finlandia University, the only private university in the U.P., most of its buildings and properties have been sold, including the culturally important Finnish American Heritage Center. 

Raffle prizes collected for the annual Rekindle the Spirit event in Alger County.
Alger County promotion offers glimpse of holiday business

“Not everybody realizes where they’re spending their money, so they forget about oil changes and doctors’ appointments, but at the end of the week you realize what you do spend your money on and how much of it is local," said Kathy Reynolds, CEO of the Alger County Chamber of Commerce and the Munising Bay Partnership.

NPLSF and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore staff and leadership gathered in October to test new equipment from Husqvarna’s Professional Battery Products line.
Pictured Rocks takes a green approach to park maintenace

“We look forward to showcasing this work at Pictured Rocks, as a model for other parks and to help visitors see that if a remote wilderness park can make the switch to clean, quiet electric equipment, they can too," said Tom Irvine, executive director of the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation. 

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