Central Region

The future of energy in the U.P. is uncertain.

Michigan’s U.P. goes head-to-head with its energy future

Source: Midwest Energy News

Elegant Seagulls employees celebrate Plaidurday.
Does your workplace offer these awesome perks?

Three Michigan employers are discovering the power of non-traditional workplace perks and incentives, with great results for workplace morale -- and their bottom lines.

Farming is an economic mainstay in the U.P.
Daggett farmers win silage contest

Source: Agriview.com

A packed house at UIX Detroit.
Thirteen doable ideas for cities from first ever Urban Innovation Exchange

Last week, a group of innovators behind small scale, place-based projects around the country convened in Detroit and talked about what works in their cities.

New construction means new jobs.
New trade school being built in western U.P.

Source: UpperMichigansSource.com

A view of Third Street in Marquette. / Shawn Malone
Marquette featured on Michigan Radio

Source: Michigan Radio

Local restaurants build chains in Marquette

Some U.P. entrepreneurs are doing what it takes to build in the restaurant business in the U.P., creating new chains out of successful restaurants. 

Secondhand clothing is a growing business.
Silver Creek Thrift Shop open outside of Marquette
The U.P. has a strong bar culture.
Kenton bar named Michigan’s best neighborhood bar

Source: Mlive.com

Plaid might be the official color of the U.P.
Plaidurday in the U.P. is this week

Source: YooperSteez.com

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