HOUGHTON — MTEC SmartZone announced applications are now officially open for the 2026 AMMP (Advanced Materials and Manufacturing) Accelerator Cohort. This intensive, three-month program is designed to help early-stage companies by providing the resources, mentorship, and commercialization ...

HANCOCK — Xeratec announced Brett Hillstrom has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Steve Hillstrom, founder and former CEO, will transition into the role of Chief Technology Officer and AI Officer, where he will lead Xeratec’s technology strategy and artificial ...

MARQUETTE — The Upper Peninsula Labor Hall of Fame will welcome its newest members at ceremonies next month.On Nov. 1, trade unionists, family and friends will gather to induct International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers member and business manager, Tom Hogan and former AFSCME ...

CALUMET — The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has released its annual visitor spending impact report, showing continued positive growth for Houghton and Keweenaw Counties in 2024. This new data reinforces tourism's role as a key economic driver for the region, supporting ...

ESCANABA — Bark River Knives is a manufacturer in Delta County whose products are sold around North America and to Europe through five distributors, including one based in Marinette, Wis. Business founder and co-owner Michael (“Mike”) Stewart said Bark River Knives is a brand known for ...

HOUGHTON — Copper Country Ford of Houghton, has joined the Ford Motor Company as it expands Ford Building Together, the company’s new community initiative, to increase impact around the world while continuing to meet local needs. The initiative brings together the power of Ford, combining ...