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Starry, starry night: U.P.'s second annual Dark Sky Festival embraces the night skies Read Article

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Van Riper State Park in Marquette County.
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Creating a cultural hub in Marquette Read Article

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The story of the Tour da Yoop, Eh Read Article

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Marquette firm works to remove space debris Read Article

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A bold vision for the Straits of Mackinac Read Article

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Great Lakes Boat Building School expands Read Article

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Copper Peak jumps to the future Read Article

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Portrait of an artist: Preserving the U.P.'s past Read Article

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Photo: An unidentified man rides a railroad bicycle in Manistique. Courtesy of Jack Deo

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Longform Kimberly Singh (right), Michigan Oral Health Coalition board member and chief community and governmental affairs officer for My Community Dental Centers, chats with Dental Assistant Kortney Jones. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Oral health care is inaccessible to many Michiganders. This coalition is working to change that.

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, April 4, 2024
The Michigan Oral Health Coalition brings together a multitude of Michigan oral and general health partners to collaborate on improving oral health for all Michiganders, especially those who have barriers to access. 
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March Madness: NCAA tournament courts built in the U.P.

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The real star of March Madness is not the winning college basketball team -- or an individual player -- but the custom-built center court. The floors are made out of maple by Connor Sports in Iron County and shipped to arenas, where the company's agile team pieces the court together. 
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PreK For All Roadmap takes a holistic approach to rolling out PreK For All

Joanne Bailey-BoorsmaWednesday, March 27, 2024
The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) has released the PreK for All Roadmap plan with recommendations on how the state can achieve universal pre-K for all 4-year-olds in Michigan.
Feature Story Luis Benitez spoke about the future and importance of outdoor recreation at a recent Friends of Grand Rapids Parks event. Arts and Culture

Outdoor industry thought leader Luis Benitez sees economic potential in rural Michigan

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 27, 2024
Luis Benitez, author of “Higher Ground: How The Outdoor Recreation Industry Can Save The World,'' has some ideas on how rural communities across Michigan can find success beyond the tourism economy.
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Mapping a better future for broadband in Michigan

UPword StaffWednesday, March 27, 2024
State and nonprofit officials are encouraging local governments and residents across Michigan to review a map of internet coverage. The goal is to prioritize underserved areas and use federal dollars to expand and improve internet infrastructure. 
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Bucking college enrollment trends in the U.P.

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, March 13, 2024
Two U.P. universities -- Northern Michigan and Michigan Tech -- are drawing more students, bucking a downward trend elsewhere in Michigan and across the country. What's drawing students? Preparation for well-paying jobs and the appeal of outdoor activities seem to be two of the most important attractions. 
Feature Story Grants are available to help U.P. farmers build hoop houses to extend the growing season. Sustainability

Helping U.P. farmers extend the growing season

Rosemary Parker Wednesday, March 13, 2024
The U.P. Food Exchange has grants available to help farmers build hoop houses or similar structures to expand the growing season and offer fresh produce to residents in the Upper Peninsula. 
Feature Story Contrast Coffee has locations in Iron River, Iron Mountain, Ironwood, Marquette and Negaunee. Entrepreneurship

Brewing a difference in the U.P.

Brice BurgeWednesday, March 6, 2024
Contrast Coffee Co. began as a coffee wholesaler and a way for a trio to make a difference in the community. Success has brought retail locations in the central U.P. and a difference in its circle of business and the community.
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Calling all creators: Superior Fab Lab hosts MakerFest 2024

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, March 6, 2024
MakerFest 2024 celebrates ingenuity while also educating and enabling creative people of all ages with access to tools, mentoring, and educational resources.
Feature Story Courtesy of Lake Superior State University Technology and Innovation

The robots are coming — no, they’re here

Jennifer Donovan Wednesday, February 28, 2024
High school students from all over Michigan return to Lake Superior State University next month for the annual robotics competition. The competition is designed to inspire interest in the field of robotics and to introduce students to the robotics degree opportunities at LSSU. 
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MyMichigan Medical Center Sault celebrates 100 years serving community

Gabrielle HaidererWednesday, February 28, 2024
MyMichigan Medical Center Sault is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Over the years, the hospital has grown to meet the needs of the community, evolving from a small hospital to a medical center capable of providing top-tier care.  
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Growing Michigan Together Council addresses housing and other concerns across the state

Sarah SpohnTuesday, February 27, 2024
Established by Governor Whitmer, the Growing Michigan Together Council works to develop a long-term plan of action to address many issues of concern across the state. Different goals include jobs, talent, and people; infrastructure and places; PreK-12 and higher education, and revenue. Block by Block spoke with the Executive Director of the Growing Michigan Together Council and Michigan’s first Chief Growth Officer Hilary Doe, and Melvin Henley at Community Economic Development Association of Michigan to hear about the council’s report.   
Feature Story Inventing the Outdoors was originally on exhibit at the Michigan History Center. Economic Development

The man who opened the U.P. to the world

Jennifer DonovanWednesday, February 21, 2024
Webster Marble changed how early 20th century Americans viewed the outdoors. An exhibit honoring his legacy has found a permanent home in Escanaba. “For a region that is working hard to retain and attract talent and to encourage entrepreneurs, Webster Marble reinforces the ‘can do’ U.P. attitude," says Vickie Micheau, executive director of the Delta County Chamber of Commerce,
Feature Story A production of "Matilda" at the Pine Performance Center. Photo: Rachel Bonacorsi Community Development

A positive impact on art and culture in the eastern U.P.

Ann Dallman Wednesday, February 21, 2024
The Erickson Center for the Arts serves as an important cultural and education venue in western Mackinac County, drawing regional residents and tourists alike. 
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State of Michigan public health celebrates 150 years of service to Michiganders

Rylee BarnsdaleTuesday, February 20, 2024
The State of Michigan’s public health system recently celebrated its sesquicentennial: 150 years in service to Michiganders. To mark the occasion, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has shared a nice collection of sesquicentennial information on its website.   
Feature Story Over 300 Michigan Ice Fest participants flock into Gallery Coffee Company in downtown Munising on Friday, Feb. 9, for a presentation on sustainable ice climbing practices. Economic Development

U.P. outdoor events pivot because of warm winter

Brice BurgeWednesday, February 14, 2024
The show is not over. Despite the lack of ideal winter conditions, many seasonal events in the U.P. are adapting, finding ways to still bring the community together and bolster business.
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Now playing: More improvements at historic Soo Theatre

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, February 14, 2024
More improvements are in the works at the historic Soo Theatre in downtown Sault Ste. Marie. A successful crowdfunding campaign and matching grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation are funding the project.
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Michigan makes the leap to improved educational opportunities with MiLEAP

Jaishree Drepaul-BruderTuesday, February 13, 2024
MiLEAP consolidates the expansion of Pre-K for All, Sixty by 30, which would see 60% of working-age Michiganders with a postsecondary degree or certificate by 2030, and all education in between. 
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Climbers descend on Munising for Michigan Ice FestAnnual event continues to grow and diversifies participation

UPword StaffWednesday, February 7, 2024
From modest beginnings more than three decades ago, the Michigan Ice Fest in Munising has evolved into a marquee event, drawing beginners and seasoned ice climbers from around the globe.  
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Hancock readies industrial park with nearly $1 million state grant

Rosemary ParkerWednesday, February 7, 2024
A nearly $1 million grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will help Hancock ready a new industrial with the necessary infrastructure. Businesses could move in as early as this summer. 
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