LSSU celebrates golden anniversary of famous Banished Words List

The annual list began as a whimsical New Year’s eve party idea in 1976.

Copper Country adds 60-plus childcare slots — more needed

A communitywide collaboration has resulted in the creation of more than 60 new licensed childcare slots.

MTU’s largest donation ever will fund new student wellness center 

The approximately 90,000-square-foot center will reorganize many of the university’s student services into one location.

Ishpeming plans European-style Christmas market for 2026

The Ishpeming Kriskindlmarkt will be the first Christmas market of its kind in the U.P.

Enbridge’s St. Ignace center offers details about the Great Lakes Tunnel

The Great Lakes Tunnel Information Center provides the community with information about Enbridge’s plan to build a tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac.

MSU Extension programs help patients in the U.P and across the state manage diabetes

The Diabetes PATH (Personal Action Towards Health) program is a self-management workshop that explores a variety of tools to manage diabetes.

Young entrepreneur launches U.P.-inspired skate and streetwear

The company creates clothing and skate deck signs that reflect Aidryk's style and creativity.

Three U.P. communities, three water projects

Houghton, Ironwood and Baraga benefit from grants from the Michigan Strategic Fund’s Community Development Block Grant.

The Sunrise Guy

For almost seven years, Bugsy Sailor has been on a mission to watch every sunrise. But now, he wonders if the inspiration that started this project will also be the thing that ends it.

Keweenaw Community Foundation creates fund for local radio station

The Radio Keweenaw Fund will help ensure the station’s long-term financial stability by supporting essential operational needs.

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