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Annual Outdoors Show held

MARQUETTE — The recent 29th annual U.P Boat, Sport and RV Show has come and gone and has seen thousands come to the Superior Dome in Marquette to enjoy the annual spring event. This show was the largest yet, and had over 65 vendors, four new power sports companies, food vendors, ...

Eating disorder clinic closes

GREEN BAY, WIS. — Evolve Healing, host of the first eating disorder program in the Midwest, has officially closed as of Dec. 1. A representative from Evolve Healing’s parent Company, Optum, said Evolve healing was shut down “in response to local market conditions.” The statement also alluded to more facility closures. Evolve Healing opened only in 2020, bringing its eating disorder program to the De Pere, Wis. location. It had a full staff of counselors, dietitians, a leadership team and therapy animals. The facility treated disorders ranging from anorexia to bulimia and ...

Tax changes small business owners should be aware of

As Tax Day approaches, there are plenty of things small business owners should keep in mind when filing taxes this year. April 15 is still the annual tax deadline for many small businesses although, unlike individuals, small businesses can have varying deadlines depending on the type of company, the state the taxes are filed in, and other factors. Quarterly estimated tax payments are generally required throughout the year. And certain types of small businesses had to file by March 15. Since business tax filing is complex, most experts recommend small business owners work with a ...

Higher Love to expand outlet

MENOMINEE — After six months of operations, the Higher Love Menominee location is ready to offer the full in-store customer experience, serving all the freshest flower a la carte, including their own line of organic strains. Higher Love will bring it’s trademark “Deli Style” service ...

Grants will improve U.P.’s rail system

NEWBERRY — The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced the recipients for the 2024 Michigan Rail Enhancement Grant Program that will invest $16 million toward freight rail projects across Michiganaccording to an MDOT news release. The 10 projects, one of which is located in Luce County, were competitively selected to make strategic investments in freight rail corridors and facilities to improve rail safety, operational efficiency, accessibility, capacity, and condition. Here are the regional project’s details: The Grand Elk Railroad applied; tie and ballast ...

Partridge Creek Farm welcomes 2 new directors

ISHPEMING — Partridge Creek Farm has announced the addition of two new directors to their staff this past month: Sara Johnson, executive director, and Mary Antonia Andronis, director of programs and partnerships, according to a company news release. Dan Perkins, founder and board member of PCF, expressed his confidence in Sara and Mary’s capabilities. “Bringing both of these directors onto the Partridge Creek Farm team marks a significant step forward for the organization,” he said. “Sara’s leadership in the local food movement and Mary’s rare expertise in developing ...