Negaunee

Negaunee Mi, clocktower

It is because of Negaunee that the iron mining industry became the defining factor in the growth of Marquette County. It is there, in September 1844, that William Austin Burt and his survey crew discovered the first iron ore deposits because of the needle on their compass fluctuating wildly, and, eventually, led to the backbone of the American Industrial Revolution. Negaunee celebrates their heritage yearly with a week-long festival known as Pioneer Days. It is also host to Heikki Lunta Winterfest and the renowned Negaunee Invitational Basketball Tournament.

Even your pets want you to shop local: Dr. Tim's pet food created by Marquette veterinarian

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Dr. Tim Hunt cares about animals. It's the reason he became a veterinarian in the first place, and why he opened his own practice in Marquette. But his care for animals goes beyond that; Hunt has created his own line of pet food for the dogs and cats in your life, available right here in the U.P.

Making Marquette a little sweeter: Joe's Cakes builds business, reputation

Lucy Hough Wednesday, February 22, 2012

It’s not just the sheer number of fans of Joe’s Cakes that is growing. After starting in 2008, the company now produces 30 cakes a day and makes desserts for 72 weddings a year. Lucy Hough took a few moments to find out just what makes Joe Heck rise to the challenge.

Fat tire bikes offer year round transportation alternative

Kurt Mensching Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Fat tire bikes--or snow bikes--allow bicyclists the opportunity to use their bikes for transportation no matter how bad the weather gets. UP Second Wave feature writer Kurt Mensching tells us how Michigan cyclists are adapting the bike to local needs.

LSCP's Amy Clickner knows the value of local business

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Do you know who the forward-thinking and progressive leaders are in your community? No? That's why we've started a new series, 10 Minute Break, so that you can get to know these community leaders like we know them. First up? Amy Clickner of the Lake Superior Community Partnership.

Groomed trails lead snowmobilers, dollars to northern destinations

Kurt Mensching Wednesday, February 08, 2012

More than 6,000 miles of groomed trails help make Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula a destination for Midwest snowmobile enthusiasts. Writer Kurt Mensching explores the essential Michigan winter pastime on both peninsulas.

UPside of Life: Giving a boost to the hometown team

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, February 08, 2012

Sports boosters aren't just for the cool kids--especially at small schools, they're the key to keeping athletic programs going and keeping kids active and healthy. In the era of education funding cuts, they could use your helping hand more than ever, as Sam Eggleston writes in this week's column.

Richer Image offers a chance to experience life in front of the lens

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, February 08, 2012

John Richer left his full-time job with the hopes of making a successful run in the photography business. Little did he know when he made that bold move that he'd become the premier photographer for men and women across the Upper Peninsula and beyond who were wanting to get a taste--even a small one--of the life of a model.

UPside of Life: Upper Peninsula is the gift that keeps on giving

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, February 01, 2012

When it comes to the fact that Michigan turned 175 years old in late January (happy birthday!), all the Michiganders should take a moment to realize that this fine state was the recipient of the best present ever and one that keeps on giving--the Upper Peninsula. Thought to be an untamable wilderness back when this chunk of land was given to Michigan following the Toledo War, it has turned out to not be such a shabby trade after all.

Turning hobbies into income: At-home ventures turn into careers for some Yoopers

Becky Greiner Wednesday, January 18, 2012

From gardening and scrapbooking to photography and ceramics, most people have a hobby they do separately from their careers. But for some people, their passion and talent have turned their hobbies into careers. Second Wave's Becky Greiner explores some of those careers in this week's feature.

UPside of Life: Re-inventing the snow shovel, and other Yooper ingenuity

Sam Eggleston Wednesday, January 18, 2012

It takes special people to live in the U.P. and be happy about the long winter and the short rest of the year--but those who do live here are more than just hardy and determined, they're inventive, too, as UP Second Wave managing editor Sam Eggleston writes.

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