WE'VE ALL SEEN the lists raving about Marquette. Best town for adventure! Best town to retire in! Best biking trails! All American city! And it boasts a state university as well as a brand new $300 million hospital and a charming downtown! This effusive praise generally is intended for the entire Marquette area, but ... Continue Reading
Meijer Signs Purchase Agreement
AFTER MONTHS OF rumors--no, make it years--Meijer has signed a contract to purchase property to build a supercenter behind Lowes in Marquette Township. The deal won't be final until Meijer completes its due diligence phase, including site planning, road improvements, and municipal approvals. That likely could take up to ... Continue Reading
Dairy Queen Coming to Town
EVERYBODY LOVES A Blizzard, right? You know, the kind they serve at Dairy Queen. Well, you may be able to order one in Marquette before the end of the summer. The deal is just about wrapped up to locate a new Dairy Queen franchise on a one acre site in the parking lot of Target. A few i's to dot, a few t's to cross, and ... Continue Reading