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Column: Mix business and pleasure at Chamber golf outing

ESCANABA — The Delta County Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to join us for a day of networking and fun at our annual Golf Outing, presented by EMP. The first charitable golfing event of the season is taking place on June 6 at Delta County’s oldest course, the Escanaba Country Club. Networking is a vital aspect of business growth, and what better way to do it than on the golf course? Our members consistently highlight networking opportunities as one of the Chamber’s most valuable benefits, and our Golf Outing epitomizes this ethos. It’s the perfect chance to connect ...

Hanson joins Premier Real Estate team

ESCANABA — Dave Hanson is a new member of the team at Premier Real Estate. His family came to Delta County over 10 years ago “We have enjoyed getting to know the people and natural beauty of our region.  We have made life-long friends here and couldn’t be happier to raise our children ...

Column: Delta Force students participate in Government Day

ESCANABA — Students learned firsthand what it takes to serve on a city commission during the latest Delta Force session — Government Day. Students heard from local city and county government leaders and took part in a mock city commission meeting. To start off Government Day, held at the Delta County Commerce Center, students enjoyed breakfast provided by Walmart of Escanaba. Chamber of Commerce Associate Director Sheila Krueger provided a brief overview of ‘Robert’s Rules of Order’, describing the essential rules of procedure in running meetings smoothly and fairly. Delta ...

Column: Celebrate moms, summer and Delta County

ESCANABA — Mother’s Day is just around the corner, coming up in two weeks on May 12. It’s a time to celebrate and cherish our mothers and also a moment to look ahead with excitement to the beautiful Delta County summer that awaits us. As we bask in the warmth of the approaching season, filled with hope and optimism, it’s impossible not to feel an overwhelming sense of positivity about our community’s growth and direction. For me, these sentiments are deeply intertwined with the spirit of my own mother, who radiates optimism and positivity wherever she goes. Her unwavering ...

Column: Unsung heroes – volunteers rock our world

ESCANABA — April is National Volunteer Month. This week’s column shines a spotlight on a group that often goes unrecognized but deserves heaps of appreciation: our volunteers. Yep, those awesome humans known as the Ambassadors of Delta County who selflessly give their time and energy to ...

Upper Peninsula State Bank helps local business get FHLBI grant funding

ESCANABA — Upper Peninsula State Bank, a member of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBI), recently promoted the FHLBI’s Elevate Grant Program to local small business owner Katelyn Beaver. The bank assisted in the process of helping her apply for and get awarded the funds. ...