Western Region

Blogger Jennifer Tucker of Wren Photography

U.P. bloggers connect both locally and globally

From their computers in the fairly-remote reaches of the Upper Peninsula, bloggers love to touch base with readers from around the globe. Writer Jeff Barr recently connected with some of the top-read Yoopers in the bloggersphere.

Michigan pig debate hits the pages of the New York Times

Source: New York Times

Erik Mitisek of NexGreatPlace, Denver
The Rise of the Rest: Tech hubs bloom far from Silicon Valley

From Greenville, North Carolina to Baltimore, from Tampa to Denver to Cleveland to the Twin Cities, tech savvy, entrepreneurship, and investment are coming together to create bright clusters of digital innovation.

a glass of stout beer and variety cheeses
Drink, eat and be merry! How to pair your local meal with a local craft beer

When it comes to truly enjoying a meal, it takes not only outstanding food, but outstanding drink, too. People almost always turn to wine when thinking of a great pairing, but you don't have to. There are so many tasty, locally-crafted brews to be had and paired with any kind of meal, especially with the industry starting to boom here in the Upper Peninsula.

weathered dock in Marquette's Lower Harbor
Malone’s Lens: Let’s take a walk

While Mother Nature is doing her best to make it difficult to enjoy spring (is that MORE snow on the way?), our photographer Shawn Malone snapped this beautiful picture of a great place to go for a walk.

Michigan ranked as one of best craft brew states

Source: USA Today

Marketing Department finds new home in Houghton
Habaneros expands services, revamps menu
Tech team tackles sustainable cookstove pollution improvements
Rosewood walkway downtown Marquette
How walkable are Upper Peninsula cities?

Cities across the Upper Peninsula are reinvesting in walkable communities to promote business and residential growth. See how your city stacks up.

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