Aspirus will build new clinic in Houghton
The health care system Aspirus will be building a new clinic in Houghton. The main hospital in the Copper Country, Aspirus Keweenaw, already is owned by the Wisconsin-based company. The […]
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U.P. recyclers say more education, activism needed
You'd think the U.P. has it covered when it comes to green. Miles and miles of forests and beautiful lakes make it a beloved, pristine wilderness. But when it comes to garbage or items that might be reused, things aren't looking so green. A high percentage still end up languishing in local landfills because of inconvenience and lack of recycling facilities.
Motorcyclist passes through the U.P. on journey
Source: New York Times Blogs
Wineries thrive in the Upper Peninsula
In the last few years, more new wineries and wine tasting rooms have cropped up in the U.P., joining established wineries and vineyards and strengthening this growing Upper Peninsula industry. Take a drive down U.S. 2 this fall along the shores of Lake Michigan and visit some of the newcomers and existing winemakers.
How U.P. breweries compare on a Michigan beer tour
Source: Mlive
U.P. dominates “7 Wonders of Michigan” list
Source: USA Today
The draw of living in the Upper Peninsula
Source: Detroit Free Press
