2014 Partner Celebrations
Spice Merchants Opens in Downtown Marquette
MARQUETTE – Spice Merchants recently teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening. They will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 106 W. Washington Street. Spice Merchants stocks tea, spices, chocolate, soup and dip mixes, supplies, recipe books and more.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Carolyn and Michael Carl, Owners, John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador and Betsy Morais, LSCP Dir. of Marketing & Communications.
GEI Consultants Celebrates Relocation
MARQUETTE – GEI Consultants recently teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their relocation to 109 W. Baraga Avenue in Marquette. GEI provides clients with access to nationally recognized consulting engineers and scientists. For more information on GEI Consultants, visit www.geiconsultants.com.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Dir. of Marketing & Communications, Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador, Carol Mills, Billing Specialist, Logan Paquet, Project Engineer, Sean Beckman, Project Engineer, Alexxa Young, Administrative Assistant, Joshua Paquet, Project Engineer, Scott Richards, Project Manager, Kevin Roell, Project Engineer, George Meister, Civil Engineer, Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador and Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador.
Great Turtle Toys Opens in Marquette
MARQUETTE – Great Turtle Toys of Marquette recently teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening. They will be open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through December 31st at 109 W. Baraga Ave, next to the Children’s Museum and inside the Westwood Mall of Marquette. Great Turtle Toys is a toy store dedicated to getting kids moving. They specialize in American made skill toys. You can find them seasonally on Mackinac Island.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Ben Nye, Great Turtle Toys Owner and Kite Flyer Extraordinaire, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador and the Goodrich Family.
Range Area Mountain Bike Association Trail Signage
MARQUETTE – The Range Area Mountain Bike Association (RAMBA) recently teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the new signage, new mapping and new kiosk with a ribbon cutting. They have five separate loops totaling about 43 miles. The Ranger loop is the beginner trail and all others are intermediate to advanced loops. The Epic trail is the longest at about 19 miles. Total they have about 60 miles of maintained trails. Their trails climb, wind and descend around the iron range in the western part of Marquette County.
Information about RAMBA
Not only does this group have a long standing history, they have finally established themselves as an official nonprofit organization! They are all about riding their bikes, having fun, building trails and in general promoting the mountain biking industry and most especially here in the beloved U.P. Please be patient as their web presence is new and will be upgraded and added to frequently in the upcoming months however you can still visit their Facebook page (Range Mountain Bike Club). Please send an inquire to their Facebook page for more information on volunteering and membership
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dave Nurmela, Ed Tresedder, Dale Thomas, Bruce Lind, Tom Rogers, Don Szenina, Stacia Lynn, Danny Hill, Glen Lerlie, Candy Kozeluh, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Kori Tossava, Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Jesse Bell, Marquette County Ambassador
Room at the Inn Celebrates Grand Opening of the Warming Center
MARQUETTE – The Room at the Inn (RATI) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the grand opening of their Warming Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Warming Center will serve as the morning shelter location for the host church from 6-8 a.m. It is also open to the community for fellowship, giving community members the opportunity to socialize and congregate Monday-Friday until 10 a.m. The Warming Center is located at 447 W. Washington Street.
About Room at the Inn
Founded in 2007 by Helen McCormick, Room at the Inn is a non-profit organization that serves as a rotating shelter for adults in Marquette County. It is run by an interfaith coalition of churches, each church hosting for one week at a time. The main mission is to provide support for the homeless by offering them a safe emergency shelter. Room at the Inn operates with their ever-growing staff of volunteers along with the many churches in the community that have committed to hosting the shelter. Volunteer training takes place on the third Thursday of each month from 6-8 p.m. at the Warming Center. For more information on volunteering or making donations, please visit www.roomattheinn.org or call 906-227-9171.
Lindberg and Sons Inc. Celebrates 100 years
MARQUETTE – A. Lindberg and Sons teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their 100th anniversary with a ribbon cutting. A Lindberg & Sons has been providing the region with heavy construction and aggregate production services since 1914 and employs over 100 people.
Attending the celebration (from left to right), Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Dave Aro, Marquette County Ambassador, Katie Crimmins, Property Management, Tom Edmark, Marquette County Ambassador, Roger Crimmins, President, Rebecca Bond, Secretary/Property Management, Brad Crimmins, Controller, Jesse Bell, Marquette County Ambassador, Jennifer Crimmins, Safety, David Crimmins, Vice President and Keith Moyle, Marquette County Ambassador.
Casa Calabria Renovation
MARQUETTE – The Casa Calabria teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their renovations with a ribbon cutting. They recently remodeled the interior and exterior of the restaurant. Casa Calabria’s hours are 4 p.m. until 10 p.m., Sunday – Thursday, 4 p.m. until 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday.
Attending the celebration (from left to right), Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Jimmy Johnson, Angela Johnson, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador, Joan Johnson, Jim Johnson, Owner, Amy Oman, Phil Johnson, Owner, Eric Johnson, Eliot Kroll, Mona Lang, Executive Director of Marquette Downtown Development Authority, Michele Butler, Marquette County Ambassador, Robert Niemi, City of Marquette Mayor, and Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications.
Superior Vitality Celebrates New Location
MARQUETTE – Superior Vitality teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location with a ribbon cutting. They are now located at 714 N 3rd St. in Marquette. Superior Vitality’s hours are Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., and Saturday, 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Superior Vitality is a boutique and consultation clinic designed to help individuals manage the physical appearance and changes brought about by cancer and its treatment.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Colleen Duflo, Lender – Northern Initiatives, Michael Wood, Reiki Healer, Pat Jerry, Office Manager, Penny Aldrich, Owner, Mike Fedrizzi, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
The Safety Store Moves to a New Location
MARQUETTE – The Safety Store teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location with a ribbon cutting. They are now located at 1467 W. Washington Street in Marquette. The Safety Store’s hours are Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The Safety Store products are also available online at www.4safetystore.com. They are dedicated to providing interactive hands-on training, along with supplying a wide variety of safety supplies.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Paul Wolfson, Marquette County Ambassador, Brittany Bretall, Bookkeeper, Charlene Allie, Wife of Owner, David G. Allie, Owner, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, and Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications.
906 Sports Bar & Grill Celebrates Grand Opening
MARQUETTE – 906 Sports Bar & Grill teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting. They serve lunch and dinner daily and will deliver Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. 906 Sports Bar & Grill is located at 145 W. Washington Street on the top floor.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Kurt Ghiardi, Manager, Jason Ghiardi, Manager, Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador and Fred Stonehouse, Marquette City Commissioner.
Rollin’ Smoke Barbeque Celebrates Grand Opening
MARQUETTE – Rollin’ Smoke Barbeque teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting. They serve slow smoked pit barbeque using a special blend of northern hardwoods for a distinct barbeque flavor. Their hours are Monday – Friday, 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Rollin’ Smoke Barbeque is located at 3125 Wright St, Marquette – next to the WJMN-TV Plaza.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassadors, Tom and Vanessa Curry, Owners, Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Silver Creek Thrift Celebrates Grand Opening
MARQUETTE – Silver Creek Thrift, a ministry of Silver Creek Church, teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting. They provide quality, used goods at pocket friendly prices and are open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Silver Creek Thrift is located at 219 Silver Creek Rd. in Chocolay Township.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Huey Leach, Deacon, Mike Ansell, Deacon, Ben Taylor, Associate Pastor, Silver Creek Church, Kevin Taylor, Pastor, Silver Creek Church, Jennifer Prus, Director, Maria Jensen, Manager, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing and Communications and Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador.
Back in Balance Massage Opens in Downtown Marquette
Marquette, Mich. – Back in Balance Massage teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location with a ribbon cutting. They are now located at 119 West Baraga Ave. Suite 1. In home appointments are also available. Appointments are available Monday through Saturday. Back in Balance is a partnership comprised of three independent licensed massage therapists. Visit backinbalancemqt.com for more information.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Liz Cragg, Licensed Massage Therapist, Kylee Fosco, Licensed Massage Therapist, Susan VandeWalle, Licensed Massage Therapist, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing and Communications, Michelle Sellers, Marquette County Ambassador.
Active Physical Therapy Negaunee Location Opens
Negaunee, Mich. – Active Physical Therapy teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) and the Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Chamber of Commerce (GINCC) to celebrate the opening of their newest clinic. In addition to Marquette and Ishpeming, you can now find them in Negaunee. Located inside of the newly renovated West End YMCA, Active Physical Therapy Negaunee is open Monday 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. They are on-site Monday thru Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to take appointments and answer questions.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing and Communications, Wendi Thomas, Superior Rehabilitation and Professional Services Partner, Dave Aro, Active PT General Manager, Scott Corkin, Active PT Partner, Kip Hartman, Founder of Active PT, Brenda Maddock, Active PT Ishpeming Office Support, Leslie Hartman, Active PT Business Manager, Kristy Kerkela, Active PT SAP Partner, Michael Van Straten, Negaunee City Council Member, Pam Dost, Active PT Negaunee, Tom Edmark, Marquette County Ambassador, Jaime Green, Active PT Negaunee, Brian Sheridan, GINCC Board Member, Lisa Coombs-Gerou, YMCA of Marquette County CEO, Rachel Bergland, YMCA- West End Leader, Sarah Goupil, Active PT Ishpeming, Heather Frustaglio, Active PT Negaunee Office Support Staff, Paul Bonetti, Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member, Kori Tossava, Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director.
Chocolay River Brewing Company Grand Opening
Marquette, Mich. – Marquette’s micro-brewery scene is continuing to flourish. The Chocolay River Brewery, located inside The Bayou Restaurant & Bar at 200 West Main St. in Harvey, celebrated their debut by partnering with Lake Superior Community Partnership for a ribbon cutting .
The Chocolay River Brewery premiered their brews at this year’s U.P. Fall Beer Festival that was held September 6th where hundreds of Beer Fest goers got to sample the brewery’s five current ale offerings: The Bayou, a blonde, Rock Cut, a pale, Shot Point and Breakwall Blueberry, both wheats and Gitche Gumee, a black. Blast Furnace, an India Pale, is coming soon. The brews will be offered during the Bayou Restaurant hours.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing and Communications, Chuck Hurst, Vice President of Northern Initiatives, Christina Rector, Director of Northern Initiatives, Dale Cook, Commercial Loan Officer, Tim Soucy, Owner, Grant Lyke, Brewmaster, Cindy Whitehouse, Dennis West, Northern Initiatives, Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Lakestate Industries Moves to a New Location
Marquette, Mich. – Lakestate Industries teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location. Lakestate Industries is dedicated to helping people recognize and maximize their abilities, overcome barriers, and support them in reaching their highest level of employment and community inclusion. Their vision statement is as follows: Every person has the opportunity to be employed and to work to their full potential. Lakestate Industries is now located at 1500 State Highway M28 in Marquette. Visit lakestateindustries.org or call 906-273-2131 for more information.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, LuAnn Hay, Colin Bertram, Kevin Dale, Cheryl Ohman, Dennis Smith, Marquette County Ambassador, Shelby Bischoff, Sarah Rymkos, Jim Hanson, Tami Hector, Dick Barron, Sandi Young, Lauren Young, Laura Kanerva, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications.
Groundbreaking for Renovation to River Valley Bank 3rd St. Location
Marquette, MI- River Valley Bank (RVB) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the bank’s $750K renovation at their 1101 N. Third St. location with a ground breaking ceremony. Construction began September 2nd and is scheduled to run through mid-November. During this time the branch will be closed and all customers will be welcomed at the bank’s 1140 W. Washington location.
River Valley Bank President/CEO Todd Nagel says the decision to re-invest in Marquette by remodeling the 3rd St. building was an easy one to make. “The 3rd Street District is such an essential part of the economy in Marquette we felt strongly about re-investing some of our capital in this market,” Nagel said. “We have seen such strong support and loyalty from the community since River Valley Bank built the West Washington location ten years ago we wanted to show our continued commitment to Marquette with this remodel.”
River Valley is a strong financial center firmly integrated into the 12 communities it serves. The company’s strong foundation in business banking delivery has allowed for successful diversification in consumer lending and insurance. The continued emphasis on creating an incredible customer experience has allowed River Valley to grow to over $1 billion in assets.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Brittney Holtan, Universal Banker, Bill Provost, Training and Development, Jenna Krawze, Customer Service Representative, Tiffany Bowman, Customer Service Representative, Alex Eisner, Universal Banker, Michelle Sellers, VP Business Banking, Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador, Mike Fedrizzi, Marquette County Ambassador, Brad Mason, Mortgage Banker, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Mona Lang, Executive Director of Marquette Downtown Development Authority, Fred Stonehouse, Marquette City Commissioner, Ashley Nault, Assistant Bank Manager Third Street, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador, Todd Nagel, President and CEO River Valley, Christian Palomaki, VP Regional Manager River Valley, Stacy Chantelois, Bank Manager Washington St., Mike Mattila, Mortgage Banker, Kristen Derocha, Mortgage Banker, Todd Horton, VP Business Banking, Shawn Hautamaki, Mortgage Processing Admin
Cherrette Sister Join Revive
Marquette, Mich. – Allison Cherrette, owner of Bird on a Perch and her sister Angie Cherrette owner of Sage and Spry, teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the opening of their new business ventures in Downtown Marquette with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Cherrette sisters have moved into Revive, a local health and fitness studio owned by Shanna Bennett. Revive is located at 307 S Front Street, Suite 205. For more information about Revive visit revivemqt.com.
Bird On A Perch offers group and private Pilates lessons. Founder Allison Cherrette decided to follow the path of teaching Pilates after years in the corporate marketing world. Allison is a graduate of The Advanced Training Program at The Pilates Center of Boulder. For more information or to register for classes visit birdonaperch.com.
Angie Cherrette, founder of Sage and Spry, is a trained Massage Therapist, Wellness Coach and Natural Chef who recently moved back to Marquette after years of practicing massage in California. Angie was trained at the Sky Hill Institute in California in Swedish, deep tissue, sports, clinical, acupressure, craniofacial, energy, reflexology, and prenatal massage techniques. To schedule a massage call 906-869-5954 or visit sageandspry.com.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Angie Cherrette, Sage and Spry Owner and Massage Therapist, Allison Cherrette, Bird on a Perch Owner and PMA Certified Pilates Instructor, Shanna Bennett, Revive Owner-Holistic Health Coach and Personal Trainer, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing and Communications and Dennis Smith, Marquette County Ambassador
Carpet Specialists Carpet One Floor and Home Adds Another Location
Marquette, Mich. – Carpet One Floor and Home teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location. Carpet One’s new store is now located at 2322 US-41 West, Marquette. The store boasts several exclusive brands like Karastan and Tigressa with a wide array of every major type of floor coverings including carpet, tile, vinyl, hardwood, laminate and area rugs. Professional installation services are also available. Visit carpetspecialists.com or call 273-2248 for more information.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador, David Cain, Jill Valero, Co-Owners Scott Patrick and Tim Teall, Randy Girard, Marquette Township Supervisor, Deborah Niehaus, Connie McCormack, Frank Vanek, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Joanie Patrick and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Marquette Board of Light and Power Celebrates 125 years
Marquette, Mich. – Marquette Board of Light and Power (MBLP) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate 125 years of Public Power with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The MBLP staff hosted a picnic and tours of the steam plant and hydro plant to celebrate. Both were open to the public. For more information on the Marquette Board of Light and Power visit www.mblp.org.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador, Tom Tourville, Marquette County Ambassador, John Reynolds, Director of Generation and Engineering Services, Erik Booth, Manager of Planning and Utility Compliance, Noreen Collins, Administrative Assistant and Community Relations Coordinator, Jerry Garceau, MBLP Board Member, Toby Smith, Utility Accountant, David Lynch, Assistant Director-Utility Operations , Karen Kimar Johnson, MBLP Board Member, Matt Zavislak, Accounting Clerk, Mary Adamini, Director of Personnel and Employee Relations, John Prince, MBLP Board Vice Chair and Secretary, Edward Angeli, MBLP Board Chair, Racheal Mager, General Relief Clerk, Helen LaFayette, Controller, Frederick Stonehouse, City Commissioner, Paul Kitti, Executive Director
Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative
M Salon
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arquette, Mich. – M Salon teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. M Salon is located at 129 W. Baraga Ave Suite C in Marquette. This full service hair salon is open Monday – Friday and Saturday by appointment only.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador, Lisa Johnson, Stylist, Marla DeBolt, Owner, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative
Congress Pizza
Ishpeming, Mich. – Congress Pizza teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its newly constructed patio with a ribbon cutting ceremony. This family friendly restaurant began making pizza’s in the 1950’s and has kept their traditional pizza recipe over the years. Famous for their homemade thin crust pizza and sports memorabilia covering the walls, the Congress has been a treasure in downtown Ishpeming for all to visit. Their hours are 4 p.m. – 12 a.m. Sunday-Thursday, and 4 p.m. – 2 a.m., Friday-Saturday, the Congress is located at 106 Main Street in Ishpeming.
Attending the celebration (from left to right): Amy Clickner, LSCP Chief Executive Officer & Marquette County Ambassador, Ryan Tunteri, Congress Employee, Mike Koski, Owner, Brittany Cappoferri, Marketing & Events Intern
U.P. 3D Physical Therapy
Marquette, Mich. – U.P. 3D Physical Therapy teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. U.P. 3D Physical Therapy is located at 1025 Washington Street, Suite 2 in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador, Kate Rose, Owner, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative
B Cubed Fitness
Marquette, Mich. – B Cubed Fitness teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. B Cubed Fitness offers personalized fitness training services, from individual training to small group training. They also specialize in golf performance training, being the only facility in the Upper Peninsula to have a Nike Golf Performance Specialist. B Cubed Fitness is now located at 1025 Washington Street, Suite 2 in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Brett Conklin, Owner, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications
Señors’ Food Truck
Marquette, Mich. – Señors’ Food Truck teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The authentic Mexican food truck offers tacos, tostadas, quesadillas, fresh salsas and guacamole, along with traditional Mexican rice, beans and chips. Señors’ services the entire Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The best way to find out their daily location is to check out their Facebook page.
Attending the celebration (front – left to right): Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador, Michelle Sellers, Marquette County Ambassador, Nicole Niemi, Rick Rhoades, Owner, Chris Canchola, Tom Tourville, Marquette County Ambassador, Dave Aro, Marquette County Ambassador and Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications.
Honor Credit Union
Negaunee, Mich. – Honor Credit Union (formerly SIR Federal Credit Union) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Honor Credit Union’s mission is to provide solutions for financial success. They are located at 490 U.S. 41 in Negaunee and are open Mon – Thu: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Fri: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm and Sat: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Kori Tossava, GINCC Executive Director, Dave Aro, Marquette County Ambassador, Paul Wolfson, Marquette County Ambassador, Marie Molise, Honor Credit Union Divisional Branch Administrator, Ron Lauren, Honor Credit Union Division President, Gene Maki, Honor Credit Union Divisional Advisory Board Member, Heidi Davidson, Divisional Honor Credit Union Human Resources Manager, Tom Edmark, Marquette County Ambassador, Caralee Swanberg, LSCP Business Development Director, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador, and Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador.
Jessica & Co.
Marquette, Mich. – Jessica & Company teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its 10-year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Jessica & Company prides itself on the large array of services offered, including massages, body waxing and all nail services. They also specialize in all types of hair extensions from custom made clip-ins to Micro Links. They are located at 501 N. Third Street, next to Third Street Bagel in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (front – left to right): Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador, Brian Pesola, Owner, Jessica Pesola, Owner, Wendy Pesola, Owner, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
The U.P. Hair Company
Marquette, Mich. – The U.P. Hair Company teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The U.P. Hair Co. is an extension of the Marquette JC Penney Salon, which was open for 25 years. Owner Barb Bahrman decided to open U.P. Hair Co. when JC Penney closed its doors in May. Their new location is in the plaza between Arby’s and The Safety Store.
Attending the celebration (front – left to right): Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Mike Fedrizzi, Marquette County Ambassador, Sheila Mogavero, Quinn Johnson, Lisa Maki, Barb Bahrman, Owner, Kristi Price-Finco, Tracie Dowrick, Melanie Olson, Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador and Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador.
CrossFit 906
MARQUETTE – CrossFit 906 teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the groundbreaking for a new building at 610 Lake Shore Drive in Ishpeming. They are a core strength and conditioning brand combining weightlifting, metabolic conditioning, and gymnastics. Workouts involve constantly varied, high intensity, functional movements scaled to your fitness level. This building will be the third expansion and will include more floor space and higher ceilings.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dave Aro, Marquette County Ambassador, Paul Wolfson, Marquette County Ambassador, Amy Clickner, Chief Executive Officer, Jill Korpi, Owner, Caralee Swanberg, Director of Business Development, Shay Korpi, Owner, Dane Nelson, Peninsula Bank, Tom Edmark, Marquette County Ambassador, Paul Arsenault, Marquette County Commissioner and Mark Sloan, City of Ishpeming Manager.
Great Lakes Recovery Center
ISHPEMING – Great Lakes Recovery Center (GLRC) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) and the Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce (GINCC) to celebrate its expansion with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The newly renovated GLRC Tobin Center now houses their Ishpeming Outpatient Services Office as well as their Information Technology, Foundation, Billing, Human Resources, Accounting and Executive Offices. Their new location is 97 S. Fourth St. in Ishpeming. GLRC is a non-profit organization that specializes in providing treatment and prevention services for substance abuse and mental health disorders in the Upper Peninsula.
Attending the celebration (front – left to right): Floyd Bounds, GINCC Board Member, Caralee Swanberg, LSCP Director of Business Development, Mike Lempinen, North Country Engineering, Jeremy Hosking, U.S. Senator Stabenow’s U.P. Regional Manager, Greg Toutant, Executive Director GLRC, Sandra Sundquist, GINCC Board Member, Kori Tossava, GINCC Executive Director. (Back row- left to right) Mark Slown, Ishpeming City Manager, Brian Sheridan, GINCC Board Member, Michelle LaMere, GINCC Board Member, Dane Nelson, GINCC Board Member, Keith Moyle, Marquette County Ambassador, Greg Perttula, Great Lakes Recovery CFO, Richard Graybill, GLRC Board Member, Ray Amtmann, GLRC Board Chair, Jim Yoder, USDA Rural Development
Paladino’s Cafe
MARQUETTE – Paladino’s Café teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The small café focuses on serving healthy dishes that consist of fresh, sustainable, locally grown ingredients. It is located on the bottom floor of the Peter White Public Library and is open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dave Aro, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Andrew Sear, Owner/Operator, Alex Schantek, Denise Elizondo, Economic Development Liaison and Chris Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador.
Thomas Theatre Group
MARQUETTE – The Thomas Theatre Group of Marquette teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the recent opening of their newly constructed theatre with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new 32,000 square foot multiplex boasts ten all-digital theatres. All auditoriums are equipped with stadium-style, high-back seats. The theatre is located at 1525 Commerce Drive in Marquette.
Cutting the ribbon (pictured with the scissors): Thomas D. Andes, Theatre Owner and his wife Valarie A. Andes.
Studio Dance Arts
MARQUETTE – Studio Dance Arts teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the grand opening of their new building with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new dance school will offer both recreational and competitive classes for boys and girls 18 months old and up. Both beginner and advanced classes will be provided. The building is located at 2684 US Highway 41 West.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Richard Kim, Executive Director, Ashley Carlstrom, Studio Director & Dance Teacher, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative and Randy Girard, Marquette Township Manager.
Marquette Food Co-op
MARQUETTE – The Marquette Food Co-op teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the grand opening of their new building with a breaking of bread ceremony. The new location will offer an expanded product selection with in-store stations such as a deli and café. In addition, a large parking lot and bicycle rack will make the store easily accessible to customers. The new store is located at 502 W. Washington Street in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador, Glenn Sarka, Board President, Mike Fedrizzi, Marquette County Ambassador, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Charlotte Gaudreau, Range Bank, Kathy Leone, Northern Initiatives, Dave Puskala, Marquette County Ambassador, Jack Frost, Range Bank, Robert Niemi, Mayor and Matt Gougeon, Marquette Food Co-op General Manager.
Curran & Co.
MARQUETTE –Curran & Co. teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the groundbreaking for a new building at Cedarville called Wedgewood. Wedgewood will consist of one bedroom townhomes that are each equipped with a washer, dryer, dishwasher and twelve by twelve deck. The new units will become available late August and a pre-leasing price is currently being offered for each unit at $695 plus electric.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Mark Pap, LSCP Marketing & Events Intern, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Melissa and Mark Curran, Owners, Nickie Brozek, Michele Butler, Marquette County Ambassador and Rick Gilles, Swick Home Services.
Snowbound Books
MARQUETTE – Snowbound Books teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate its new ownership, 30 year anniversary and open house.The open house will celebrate the new owner Dana Schulz, the 20 year anniversary of Dianne’s employment and the book store’s 30 year anniversary. Celebrate with them on Saturday, May 10 from 3-6 p.m. and enjoy food, prize drawings and a wide selection of books. They are located at 118 N. 3rd Street in Marquette, MI 49855.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Denise Elizondo, LSCP Economic Development Liaison, Dana Schulz, Owner, Dianne Patrick, Employee, Michele Butler, Marquette County Ambassador andDerek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Kay Jewelers
MARQUETTE – Kay Jewelers teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Kay Jewelers specializes in offering quality jewelry for any occasion. Their staff is fully committed to making their guest’s experience memorable and worthwhile. They are partners with Signet Jewelers, which makes them the largest specialty jewelry retail store worldwide. They are located at 3222 U.S. Highway 41 W. in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador, Denise Elizondo, LSCP Economic Development Liaison, Mike Quick, Store Manager, Jared Swajanen, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Great Lakes Center for Youth Development
MARQUETTE – The Great Lakes Center for Youth Development (GLCYD) teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new location with a ribbon cutting ceremony. GLCYD provides youth-serving and nonprofit organizations with expertise, training and learning opportunities so that all youth can thrive in healthy communities across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Their new location is 712 Chippewa Square, Suite 200 in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) John Marshall, Marquette County Ambassador, Karen Thompson, GLCYD Director of Operations, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador, Victoria Leonhardt, GLCYD Associate, Amy Quinn, GLCYD President & CEO, Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador, Linda Remsburg, GLCYD Associate, Chad Mager, GLCYD Associate, Karen Wolf, GLCYD Office Manager & Associate and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
BioLife Plasma Services
MARQUETTE –BioLife Plasma Services teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their facility updates. They expanded their donation floor and re-opened their free supervised playroom. BioLife Plasma Services is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to collecting quality plasma in a safe and clean environment. They are located at 175 Hawley Street in Marquette, MI 49855.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Tom Kroeger, Danielle Wells, Garrett Tresedder, Cindi Slattery, Heather Sandstrom, Desire’ Short, Morgan Simcik, Barry Oosterhouse, Center Manager, Tori Weber, Kelly Sandor, Kerri Sharp, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador and Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador.
WJMN-TV3
MARQUETTE –WJMN-TV 3 teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their new TV station. They offer unique news, weather, sports and entertainment to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Their address is 3165 Wright St. Suite 101 in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Randy Girard, Marquette Township Representative, Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador, Mark Nebel, General Sales Manager, Cynthia Thompson, News Director, Joe Denk, Vice President/General Manager, Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador and Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador.
Yoop-Phoria
MARQUETTE – Yoop-Phoria teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The new yogurt shop will be self-serve which means you get to fill up a cup with your choice of flavors, add your choice of toppings and then pay a price based on the weight of your cup. Their address is 156 W. Washington Street in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right – back row) Ben Chaney, Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador and Matt Collins. (from left to righ – front row) Emily Porteous, Kim Chaney, Tami & Robert Blotter, Owners, Elaine Hewitt, Sarah Paquette, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador, Michele Sellers, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Snap Fitness & Cycle Soleil
MARQUETTE – Snap Fitness and Cycle Soleil teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate new ownership with a ribbon cutting ceremony. They will be hosting a grand opening this Saturday, March 22 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The grand opening will feature Cycle Soleil classes, group personal training classes, new member discounts and a chance to win tanning packages, manicures and pedicures, a gym membership, cycling classes and apparel. Their address is 153 W. Washington Street in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador, Christine Pesola, Marquette County Ambassador, Theresa Coats, Owner, Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative and Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador.
PHAT Closet
MARQUETTE – PHAT Closet teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony. PHAT Closet is a unique and trendy resale store that pays cash for any items that you bring in. Their grand opening is on Saturday, March 15 at 10 a.m. It is located at 2168 U.S. 41 West in Marquette, next to AT&T and Lawry’s Pasty Shop.
Attending the celebration (left to right) Bob Martin, Marquette County Ambassador, Travis Hongisto, Marquette County Ambassador, Jorja, Amber, Tara & Klem Kelgar, Owners, Taylor, Chris VanAbel, Marquette County Ambassador and Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative.
Checker Bus LLC
MARQUETTE – Checker Bus LLC teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their Northern Michigan University (NMU) motorcoach addition and transportation agreement. Checker Bus LLC exclusively provides transportation for all NMU athletics and travel as well as runs two shuttles between all NMU parking lots throughout the day.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Michelle Sellers, Marquette County Ambassador, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Jesse Schramm, Owner, Laura Schramm, Wife, Greg Casperson, Operations Manager and Denise Elizondo, LSCP Economic Development Liaison.
Schramm’s Superior Properties
MARQUETTE – Schramm’s Superior Properties teamed up with Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate the completion of the new Southwoods apartment complex. Schramm’s Superior Properties is an Upper Michigan based company that offers home and apartment rentals. The apartments are located at 2440 Southwoods Drive, off of S. McClellan Street in Marquette. These apartments feature a dishwasher, laundry facilities, in-floor heating and are two bedroom, one and a half bathroom. Currently there are more than 150 units in Marquette area, there will be an additional 18 unites added to Southwoods apartment complex area later this year.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Michelle Sellers, Marquette County Ambassador, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Ben St. Onge, Maintenance Manager, Jesse Schramm, Owner, Laura Schramm, Owner, Katie Kauppila, Leasing Agent and Denise Elizondo, LSCP Economic Development Liaison.
The Bridal Outlet
MARQUETTE – The Bridal Outlet teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their extension of Dan’s Bridal & Tuxedo with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The Bridal Outlet is a limited time bridal store offering brand new bridal and bridesmaid’s dresses, special occasion dresses, prom dresses, flower girl dresses and other accessories that are originally from Dan’s Bridal & Tuxedo store on Third Street. It is located in the old Household Appliance building on U.S. 41 Hwy across from Big Lots.
Attending the celebration (left to right) Derek Bush, LSCP Business Development Representative, Tina Lavalley, LSCP Assistant to Events & Marketing, Ashley Dean, Kay Fure, Owner, Paul Wolfson, Marquette County Ambassador, Bob Raica, Marquette County Ambassador, Scott Erbisch, Marquette County Ambassador and Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador.
PEAK Gymnastics
MARQUETTE – PEAK Gymnastics & Fitness teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) to celebrate their one year anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony. They provide quality progressive gymnastics instruction in a safe, fun, family setting. They serve toddlers to school-age children and adults are invited to improve their health and fitness through various activities. They are located at 1224 Wright Street, Suite C, in Marquette.
Attending the celebration (from left to right) Denise Elizondo, LSCP Economic Development Liaison, Sam Elder, Marquette County Ambassador, Betsy Morais, LSCP Director of Marketing & Communications, Justin Ellman, Vanessa McCoy, Owner, Jessie Loisel and Dan Landers, Marquette County Ambassador.
Household Appliances/ArtVan Furniture
MARQUETTE – Household Appliance and Art Van Furniture teamed up with the Lake Superior Community Partnership to celebrate their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony and Business Hours. Art Van Furniture is the largest furniture and mattress retailer in the Midwest and now share a space with Household Appliance which has been in the area since 1971. They are located at 2873 US Highway 41 W in Marquette.
Attending the celebration we Art Van Furniture’s executive team, Household Appliance Owners and Art Van franchisees, Steve Anderson and Jeff Palomaki their families and Marquette County Ambassadors.
