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Rio Tinto finalizes sale of Eagle Mine

CHAMPION, Mich. – Rio Tinto announced previously that it had reached a binding agreement to sell its 100 percent interest in the Eagle Mine to Lundin Mining Corporation. Since the initial announcement the transaction achieved regulatory approval and the sale is now finalized. Located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan…

Beacon House Expands Hospitality Services for Medical Patients and Families

 A ribbon cutting will be held at Marquette General Hospital in the Robert C. Neldberg Building lobby at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 to represent the new management of several hospitality services by Beacon House. Three functions to support patients and families receiving medical care…

Snyder takes Healthy Michigan message to Upper Peninsula’s Marquette General Hospital

LANSING, Mich – Gov. Rick Snyder on Tuesday will visit the Upper Peninsula to continue making the case for the Healthy Michigan legislation. The measure would provide health care coverage to nearly half-a-million Michigan residents, while encouraging healthier lifestyles and reducing costs for the entire state. The…

LSCP Launches New Website

The internet is a critical tool in economic development.  Short of bringing everyone you meet to your community, your web and social media presence can virtually transport them for a visit! Often times a “first impression”…

Changes for Pioneer Surgical and the Eagle Mine

Anyone remember what my favorite quote is regarding economic development?  Something about “change” and it being the only constant?  Well, we are coming off one of those exciting weeks of change in Marquette County. Let’s start with our partners at Pioneer Surgical.  Not only did they announce…

Bell Hospital Sold to LifePoint Hospitals

Bell Hospital in Ishpeming has announced that it is being sold to LifePoint Hospitals, which has nearly 60 hospitals in 20 states. Bell Chairman Dr. Robert DellAngelo says the deal should improve health care in the Upper Peninsula. Bell says $1 million will go to a charitable foundation to “support crucial…

RTI Biogenics Inc. Acquires Pioneer Surgical

About the Acquisition On June 12, 2013, RTI Biologics Inc. (RTI) (Nasdaq: RTIX), a leading provider of orthopedic and other biologic implants, announced its intent to acquire privately held Pioneer® Surgical Technology (Pioneer), headquartered in Marquette, Mich. Pioneer is a leading medical technology company that manufactures and distributes metal and synthetic products…

Lundin Mining to Acquire Eagle Nickel/Copper Mine

Toronto, June 12, 2013 – Lundin Mining Corporation (TSX: LUN) (OMX: LUMI) (“Lundin Mining” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Rio Tinto Nickel Company, a subsidiary of Rio Tinto plc (“Rio Tinto”) to purchase its 100% ownership stake in Rio Tinto…

Michigan – The Comeback State

“A rising tide lifts all boats.” – John F. Kennedy I can’t tell you how many times I have used this particular quote throughout my tenure at the Lake Superior Community Partnership, in particular when talking about collaborating across our county and the Upper Peninsula.  While at the…
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