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Inflation Felt All Across the Yoop, the Search for Affordable Housing Solutions, and McBroom Declines January 6th Committee Testimony
Inflation Felt All Across the Yoop, the Search for Affordable Housing Solutions, and McBroom Declines January 6th Committee Testimony. Read this week’s Rural Whispers, Noise & Rumors by David Haynes.
Catching Up With Brian Chapman, Sault Ste. Marie City Manager
In the latest episode of the Rural Insights Podcast, David Haynes sits down with Brian Chapman, City Manager for Sault Ste. Marie to catch up on the latest issues surrounding municipal finance and rural government.
State Legislature and Short-Term Rentals, New 1st Congressional District? Michigan Ballot Questions, Transparency in Marquette Hospital Deal, and Apollo Investments
State Legislature and Short-Term Rentals, New 1st Congressional District? Michigan Ballot Questions, Transparency in Marquette Hospital Deal, and Apollo Investments. Read this week’s Rural Whispers, Noise & Rumors by David Haynes.
My Memories of John X. Jamrich
NMU History Professor Emeritus Dr. Russell Magnaghi shares some of his memories of the late John X. Jamrich, NMU’s third-longest serving president. Jamrich passed away February 20, 2022 at the age of 101.
Longtime UP Business Closing Doors, Former UP State Rep Has Home Searched, Sault Ste. Marie School Makes List, Police Officers in Schools, and Local Gov Finance Challenges
Longtime UP Business Closing Doors, Former UP State Rep Has Home Searched, Sault Ste. Marie School Makes List, Police Officers in Schools, and Local Gov Finance Challenges. Read this week’s Whispers, Noise & Rumors by David Haynes.
“Lost” Labor History of the Upper Peninsula
Historian and author Russell Magnaghi gives an overview of the early labor history in the Upper Peninsula, spanning from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.
Buffalo in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Historian Russell Magnaghi gives a fascinating overview of the history of buffalo in the Upper Peninsula.
Stormy Kromer’s New CEO, Upper Peninsula Slogan, Transparency in Public Organizations, UP University Board Openings, and Finnish Delegation
Stormy Kromer’s New CEO, Upper Peninsula Slogan, Transparency in Public Organizations, UP University Board Openings, and Finnish Delegation. Read this week’s Rural Whispers, Noise & Rumors by David Haynes.
Talking to Gina Thorsen, Stormy Kromer President and Co-Owner
In the latest episode of the Rural Insights Podcast, David Haynes sits down with Gina Thorsen, President and Co-Owner of Stormy Kromer, one of the most well-known and successful UP brands and manufacturers.
UP Reps Call for Short-Term Rental Tax, Sault Tribe Chairman Resigns, NMU Foundation Announces Master Developer for Hospital Property, and Fall Ballot Term Limits
UP Reps Call for Short-Term Rental Tax, Sault Tribe Chairman Resigns, NMU Foundation Announces Master Developer for Hospital Property, and Fall Ballot Term Limits. Read this week’s Rural Whispers, Noise & Rumors by David Haynes.
