What's happening: Visit Keweenaw has awarded state Rep. Greg Markkhanen the Visit Keweenaw Tourism Champion -- Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his long-standing commitment to advancing the region's tourism across many sectors.
About Markkanen's support: Markkanen, a Republican who represents the 110th District (which includes Houghton and Keweenaw counties), was selected for his consistent support of tourism-focused businesses and community organizations. A key factor in the recognition was his instrumental role in the reopening of the Lake Linden-Hubbell ORV and snowmobile trail, a vital connection to the Keweenaw’s trail system and the Bootjack area that had been severely damaged during the 2018 Father’s Day Flood.
What they're saying: “Rep. Markkanen has been and continues to be a champion of the Keweenaw’s visitor economy through his hard work with mom-and-pop businesses and recreation volunteer groups,” said Brad Barnett, Visit Keweenaw executive director. “His recent legislative work focused on modernizing Michigan’s recreation authorities and this framework will strengthen the recreation economy, which the Keweenaw relies on. We proudly recognize him for his work to support our industry.”
About Visit Keweenaw: Visit Keweenaw is the official destination marketing organization for the Keweenaw Peninsula, which includes Houghton and Keweenaw counties. The nonprofit organization is responsible for promoting the region as a tourist destination and supporting the local visitor economy.
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