AN "ICONIC STRUCTURE." That's how Duke LifePoint describes the yet-to-be built Marquette General Hospital. Architecture buffs gotta love that.Right there on US 41, less than a mile from downtown Marquette, we'll have the UP's answer to the Opera House in Sydney and the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Okay, maybe ... Continue Reading
CVB Faces Dilemma, Boathouse Faces Possible Deadline, and ABC 10 Has a New Face
WANTED: DIRECTOR OF a tourism bureau in the upper Midwest in one of the most livable communities in the nation, on the shores of one of its most scenic lakes. Summer and winter tourism are growing here. Huge opportunity for the right person. Salary won't make you rich but you will be comfortable.Well, the search has been on ... Continue Reading
Turmoil at Cliffs, Internet Cafe in a Bank, and a World Premiere in Marquette
THESE ARE TOUGH times for Cliffs Natural Resources but so far the local office is keeping quiet. Can't blame them. Who knows what lies ahead for them?Here's what's been happening recently for the mining company that's long been one of Marquette County's biggest employers and most involved corporate citizens:1) Its Duluth ... Continue Reading
A New Day for the Landmark Inn
WELL, THE RUMORS that have been leaking out over the past few weeks are true. The Landmark Inn is being sold.The principals in the deal haven't felt comfortable in confirming the rumors until now because of the uncertainties and complications in any major transaction, and the final papers are still ... Continue Reading
Duke LifePoint Chooses Roundhouse
After a year of deliberations and negotiations, Duke LifePoint has made its decision. It wants to relocate Marquette General Hospital to the Roundhouse property in Marquette.A DLP executive will attend next Monday's City Commission meeting to make the proposal for the purchase of the property.It is not a done deal yet. The ... Continue Reading