Western Region

Isle Royale Heritage Alliance formed to scale up historic preservation

The newly formed Isle Royale Heritage Alliance, coordinated by the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation, has launched a formal partnership to scale up the volunteer-driven preservation of Isle Royale National Park's historic cabins, fisheries, and lighthouses.

NMU secures $13 million in state funding for new enterprise center

Northern Michigan University has secured $13 million in state funding to help construct its new $23 million Northern Enterprise Center, a 30,000-square-foot facility that will house the College of Business and feature advanced cyber security labs.

Visit Keweenaw awards nearly $99K to recreation and tourism projects

Fueled by a local lodging assessment, these grants will improve trail access, community gathering spaces, historic attractions, and accessibility for both residents and visitors.

The Sound of Survival: Inside the U.P. company quieting the military’s loudest hardware

A Calumet-based defense contractor specializing in acoustic engineering and sound-canceling hardware for the U.S. military, has completed an $8.5 million facility expansion.

$50,000 campaign launched to make Swedetown Chalet fully accessible

The Swedetown Trails Club has launched a $50,000 fundraising campaign to renovate and expand its chalet into the area's only universally accessible recreation and adaptive sports facility.

Houghton-Douglass Falls opens for 2026 with new trail and site improvements

The improvements include a developed parking area, a bridge crossing Hammell Creek, and a gravel-packed trail to ensure a much easier hike for visitors.

More Than a Base: The unfading shadow of K.I. Sawyer

At over 5,200 acres, the base’s massive size made redevelopment a challenge. However, several buildings have since been successfully repurposed, and a portion of the site now thrives as the Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport.

Building Stability: Black Rock Crossing’s 45-year commitment to affordable housing 

Black Rock Crossing in Marquette, a partnership between Woda Cooper Companies and the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, addresses regional housing shortages with 50 affordable units.

Top Flight: Houghton earns exclusive honors in Bird City Michigan program

Houghton has been recognized as the first "Bird City" in the U.P., achieving "High Flyer" status for its commitment to conservation and habitat protection.

2026 Proactive Grant applications now open at West End Health Foundation

Local nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving access to nutritious food are invited to apply for awards typically ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

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