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The People of the Western U.P. Continue to Wait for Action on Copperwood
Hundreds of jobs and millions in economic impact remain on hold MARQUETTE, Mich. — Leaders from Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula today are expressing their disappointment
Don’t Let Misinformation Kill a Once in a Generation Opportunity
UPPER PENINSULA, MI (December 16, 2024) — The Copperwood project in Wakefield and Ironwood Townships in Gogebic County presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Michigan and the Western
Build U.P. and Local ISDs Form Unique Partnership to Address Housing Crisis and Workforce Development in the U.P.
UPPER PENINSULA, MI (October 30, 2024) — The Upper Peninsula needs homes. In fact, according to polling commissioned by InvestUP, a lack of available housing is
Crystal Falls Partners with Build U.P. to Take Action to Address Housing Shortage
CRYSTAL FALLS, MI (October 8, 2024) — Sixty-eight new housing units are coming to Crystal Falls with financial backing from Build U.P., which is a
Build U.P. boosting regional housing — first projects announced
InvestUP reports 200 more units in the pipeline UPPER PENINSULA, Mich., April 2, 2024 – InvestUP CEO and Build U.P. President, Marty Fittante is pleased
InvestUP Announces Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund, a $3 Million Pre-Seed Fund to Invest in Outdoor Recreation Startup Companies
Marquette, Mich., April 2, 2024 – InvestUP and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) today announced the creation of the Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund, a
News Bites

Eagle Mine puts U.P. on the map with commitment to safe and sustainable mining practices
Eagle Mine is an underground, high-grade nickel and copper mine located in Marquette, Michigan. The mine is expected to produce 440 million pounds of nickel

Fayette Historic State Park to receive $1M for preservation
Fayette Historic State Park in Delta County is among 11 state parks to receive funding for improvements and upgrades from the Michigan Department of Natural

Pier Placemaking Project in Houghton to be completed this summer
The City of Houghton is working with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation on the long-awaited Pier Placemaking Project. MJO Contracting of Hancock has been working