WHAT USED TO BE just a modest collection of humble homes and seasonal camps in the hills west of Marquette, dubbed Trowbridge Park, has grown to become, inarguably, one of the peninsula's prime destinations for commercial, residential, and recreational interests. Now known more commonly as the governmental entity, ... Continue Reading
Condo Fatigue
More Condos? We've been down this road before. In fact, this very same road... Lakeshore Boulevard. Development proposals along that popular drive always get the dreaded "added scrutiny," don't they? Build a barn off Wright Street? No problem. Condos on Lakeshore? Who said they could do that? When this new ... Continue Reading
All Dressed Up…
With Plenty of Places to Go... It was nine years ago when Upfront & Company closed, and suddenly, one of our more popular event venues was no more. And for a few years, it seemed that finding that perfect spot for your event required extended lead-time and more than a little luck. Weddings and formals in particular ... Continue Reading
Happenings are Happening Again
Marquette... where there's never nothing to do. In case you thought things would slow down after a busy summer... think again. After two down years, many of Marquette's traditional events are back in full force, while new events are being added to the local calendar... which always addresses a diverse array of ... Continue Reading
Trash Talking • Culture Clash
Trash No matter your station in life, regardless of how much money you make, or what kind of mansion or hovel you inhabit... somebody has to take out the trash. It's just a fact. And now it's in the news, as the city of Marquette weighs the pros and cons of the current options in waste management. It seems we've been ... Continue Reading