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Dominic Aos joins Premier Real Estate

ESCANABA — Dominic Aos has joined Premier Real Estate in Escanaba as a realtor. Prior to Premier, He earned a business degree from Northern Michigan University. “Having grown up in Escanaba, I chose this career path as a way to make positive contributions to my community. I pride myself on ...

Hinterland Advisors recognized by Forbes

MENOMINEE — Hinterland Advisors, a private wealth advisory practice with Ameriprise Financial in Menominee was named to the list of “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” published by Forbes. The list recognizes financial advisors and their teams who have demonstrated high levels of ethical standards, professionalism, and success in the business. The rankings are based on data provided by thousands of the nation’s most productive advisors and their teams. Hinterland Advisors was chosen based on assets under management, industry experience, compliance record and best ...

Column: Chamber Board of Directors gets new members

ESCANABA—The Delta County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce two new members to its Board of Directors. Michelle O’Connor and Cheryl Ohman will attend their first board meeting on Thursday, Feb. 8. Both women have impressive careers and are active members of the Delta County community. Michelle O’Connor, who has been a resident of Delta County her entire life, owns four Papa Murphy’s franchise locations across the Upper Peninsula with her husband Ray (locations in Escanaba, Iron Mountain, Marquette, and Houghton). Seasoned business owners, Michelle and Ray opened ...

ESCANABA — Ron Chouinard, president and owner of L&C Enterprises-USA, the maker of professional fencing hardware such as the Installink, Barbed Wire Dispenser and Rapid Roller, has recently been featured in the Fence News article, “Top of the Chain”. Fence News is a monthly ...

Column: Two ways to combat Yooper cabin fever

ESCANABA — Well, it took a while, but I think most would agree that winter has finally arrived here in Delta County. It might not be the winter of old but it’s winter, nonetheless. There are quite a few things that come with the onset of the quiet season. Icy sidewalks, sledding, cloudy breath, frosty windows, slower driving (hopefully), increased hot chocolate consumption, and, some would say, a definitively Yooper affliction, known as Cabin Fever. Marked by a tendency to not leave our homes except for work, food, and some medical emergencies, Cabin Fever can result in excessive ...

Column: U.P. State Fair department superintendent honored

ESCANABA — Members of the U.P. State Fair recently participated in the annual Michigan Association of Fairs and Exhibitions convention, an event that, year after year, proves to be a remarkable learning experience for our team. As we engaged with industry colleagues, exchanged insights, and ...