Eastern Region

Waterskiing at Pictured Rocks, Munising

Exploring the U.P.: 3 small towns you have to visit

Some of the Midwest's best kept secrets are located right here in the U.P. Small towns throughout the U.P. offer visitors unsurpassed, breathtaking views, homemade dinners, unique festivals and overall, a darn good time. We've uncovered tips and suggestions from locals to help you prepare for trips to three U.P. small towns.

John Benedicto named as new director of nursing at Evergreen Living Center
Author finds a new U.P. as she writes about it

Source: Appleton Post-Crescent

An outsider’s look at U.P. culture

Source: Mlive.com

Tahquamenon safe schools
Upper Peninsula partners come together on Safe Routes to School program

The tiny village of Newberry is showing Yoopers and Michiganders alike how to collaborate to develop a better community through transportation.

U.P.-wide appliance recycling program underway
Daniels talks U.P. on David Letterman

Source: Detroit Free Press

Huffington Post puts U.P. on top waterfalls list

Source: The Huffington Post

Historians gather in Upper Peninsula

Source: Detroit Free Press

Jim Korpi of Korpi's Hop Farm
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.

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