U.P. elects own poet laureate
Source: Michigan Radio
Western Region
Online publications get the word out about what’s cool in the U.P.
"The more things change, the more things stay the same." The phrase seems to be fitting for the people and places of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. One of the changes may be at hand: Yoopers going digital. Read how three online publications are engaging the people of the U.P. and those interested in being here.
Marquette plays host to first-ever Yooper Day
Ever feel like being a Yooper was a good enough reason to celebrate? Well, you're not the only one, as proven by the impressive turnout at the first-ever Yooper Day last weekend in Marquette. But managing editor Sam Eggleston wants to know, what makes a Yooper a Yooper?
Exhibit uncovers folk culture of Michigan through music
Source: Miami Herald
Iowa travel writer recommends trip up north
Source: Des Moines Register
Things to do in the U.P.: Visit the Huron River
When it comes to seeing the Upper Peninsula, few people are as passionate about it as Things to do in the U.P. owner and managing editor Jesse Land. A recent suggestion to visit the mouth of the Huron River has us ready to pack our bags. Read on to find out why.
