Central Region

How smart is our energy grid?

How ‘smart’ is Michigan’s electrical grid?

You may have a smart meter on your house, but what's so "smart" about it? We explore Michigan's foray into the "smart grid" and how it affects you.

Kristen and BJ Alden of North Coast Post.
Yooper converts love life in the Northland

These three "adoptive Yooper" couples have one thing in common: One or both members grew up outside the U.P. and moved here for one reason or another. Here's how they're adjusting to life in the Upper Peninsula--and what makes staying a no-brainer.

The Comfort Suites in Marquette.
Comfort Suites celebrates renovation
Tyler Tichelaar's new book is called Melusine's Gift.
U.P. author releases new book
silent sports-downhill skiing
Superior Outfitters opens doors in downtown Marquette
Reblossom in Marquette offers an upscale consignment option.
Consignment store Reblossom moves to new location
Garfield School in Sault Ste. Marie will become Garfield Commons.
How old schools are coming back to life

Some Upper Peninsula schools are being redeveloped into mixed-use developments--returning to their roots as community centers in the process.

Power demands are changing fast in Michigan.
Special Report: Michigan’s Energy Future

Powering the Mitten: Report warns of looming electricity generation shortfall.

The future of energy in the U.P. is uncertain.
We Energies to sell U.P. power plant

Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel

Winter is coming.
The U.P. can offer advice to lower Michigan on how to survive this winter

Source: The State News

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