Central Region

Students work in the computer lab at Superior Central.

Forward thinking helps U.P. schools push ahead with technology

No matter how remote their locations, some U.P. districts are taking technology by the horns to keep their students learning at full speed.

The employees of Checker Transport.
Checker Transport finds success in getting people where they want to go

With the foresight and patience of a seasoned businessman, Marquette's Jesse Schramm transformed a modest four-vehicle taxi enterprise into Checker Transport LLC, now an expanding and growing business.

Vinyl records are making a comeback in some circles.
Pop-up record store returns to Marquette

Source: Facebook

Many of the manufacturers testing equipment at the Smithers Winter Testing center are auto companies.
Why the U.P. may be the best cold-weather testing environment in the lower 48

Ice, snow, and cold may be some people's least favorite things about the U.P., but for auto and aircraft manufacturers, they are prized assets that bring industry to the area each winter.

A United States Navy ship constructed at Marinette Marine.
Marinette Marine CEO named to U.S. manufacturing council

Source: U.S. Dept. of Commerce

Coffee roasted fresh is a great start to the day.
U.P. cafes take second and third in Best Coffee Shop contest

Source: Mlive.com

Attorney Abbey Anderson opens a new office.
Iron Mountain attorney Abbey Anderson opens office
Jessica & Co. has a new salon location in Marquette.
Jessica and Company moves to new location
Veridea's Liberty Way development is moving through its phases.
Liberty Way development moves forward in Marquette
Jason Mack of the MTEC SmartZone.
MTEC SmartZone names Mack new VP

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