Advanced Blending Solutions in Wallace has a unique ‘true north’ origin story. In a serendipitous move back to his hometown, Mike Rasner purchased his former elementary school and transformed the building into his company’s official headquarters and manufacturing operations.
“Julia Petersen has worn so many different hats throughout her career that she was a natural fit to take on the project manager role for a multi-faceted project like the Keweenaw Heartlands,” said Helen Taylor, state director for The Nature Conservancy in Michigan.
“We have a long history in this area and a great reputation within the industry, and it has been difficult to find well-trained and qualified technicians. That’s why we have partnered with the Great Lakes Boat Building School to support the education that they are providing to our future workforce," says Laura Kohler, human resource manager at Irish Boat Shop.
Tribal members call the area “Anaem Omot,” which translates to “Dog’s Belly,” and is near archeological remains of indigenous burial mounds, dance circles and ancient agricultural evidence.
The Sawyer Auger “It’s OK to not be OK” Tour stops in Sandusky May 26 for a free concert aimed at eliminating stigma around mental illness.
Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan 5K invites those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness. Participants include those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness.
We took a look at several innovative health technologies, ranging from an app that screens pregnant people for substance use to a device that tracks stress responses to make it easier for older adults to get around.
Grants are available to help small charitable nonprofits in the U.P. and across Michigan recover from pandemic-related issues. The deadline to apply for grants from the $35 million MI Nonprofit Relief Fund is May 5, 2023.
"We are excited to have Bill Vajda join our team as the new director of the Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute at NMU. Since the doors opened in 2019, there have been a lot of successes and the momentum is continuing,” said Stephanie Zadroga-Langlois, director of Continuing Education & Workforce Development.
“EGLE is pleased to play a role helping put this property back into productive use in Sault Ste. Marie,” said Carrie Geyer, brownfield section manager at Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE).
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