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Technology and Innovation
New space program lifts off at LSSU
Jennifer Donovan
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Economic Development
Third Street Marketplace opens in Marquette
Jason M. Karel
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Feature Story
Healthy Communities
Easing the EMS staffing shortage in the U.P. and Michigan
Rosemary Parker
Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Feature Story
Sustainability
The snowy U.P.: Ideal for testing solar panels
Jennifer Donovan
Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Feature Story
Economic Development
InvestUP tackles housing issue with $15 million fund
Richard Jenkins
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Transportation
Sault Ste Marie dock recommissioned with state grant
Brice Burge
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Feature Story
Arts and Culture
Community rallies to keep nostalgic Manistique drive-in open
Dianna Stampfler
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Community Development
Need off-campus housing in Houghton? HOWL
Jason M. Karel
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Marquette hosts annual Michigan economic conference
Jason M. Karel
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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Narrowing the gender gap in municipal leadership
Greg Tasker
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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Taking off: Ford Airport expands, wins awards
UPword Staff
Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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FHLBank Indianapolis grant programs help Native American families in Michigan
Sarah Spohn
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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Economic Development
Enhancing Negaunee: A $3.4 million project
Ann Dallman
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Feature Story
Economic Development
New pier welcomes cruise ships to Houghton
Jennifer Donovan
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Economic Development
Seeking help to rebuild U.P. infrastructure
Brice Burge
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Economic Development
LINK U.P.: Connecting talent and leadership
Elsa Pontbriand
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Arts and Culture
Calumet wins Governor’s Award for Historic Preservation
Brice Burge
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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Going green: Mackinac Island Ferry Company commits to Green Marine initiative
Richard Jenkins
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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City takes next steps in Vault Marquette project
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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Pat’s Foods expands to Munising
Brice Burge
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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