An outsider’s look at U.P. culture
Source: Mlive.com
Central Region
Shawn Malone wins viewers’ choice in Smithsonian contest
Source: Smithsonian Magazine
Article contrasts Yooper stereotypes with reality
Source: Wausau Daily Herald
Demand for hops creates niche for farmers
The lure of a cold lager, ale or other specialty beer crafted in a local brewery has created a demand for locally grown hops. Read how a handful of farmers are working to meet this need while encouraging other farmers to do the same.
A guide to your favorite U.P. breweries coming to print
Fall is right around the corner and that (along with these hot summer days) gets everyone thinking about a nice, cool brew. We recommend having a locally-crafted beer, as do Jesse Land and Josh Marenger, the authors of a soon-to-be-released guide on the various breweries across the U.P.
Small businesses as third places experience growth
How many places do you have? If you're not sure, here's a recommendation: three. In this special report, we'll discover small businesses throughout Michigan that serve as "third places" for their communities, and are growing because of it.
