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LSCP Perspectives: Strengthening our community and making communities healthier – UP Health System – Marquette’s impact 

Wednesday, September 6th, 2023

It’s hard to miss when driving into town—the towering state-of-the-art hospital and medical center situated just outside of downtown Marquette. Home to UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette), the building represents access to a critical service and community asset—regional…

LSCP Perspectives: Celebrating A New School Year

Monday, August 28th, 2023

You’ve surely noticed it: the surge in activity throughout Marquette County as families with K-12 children prepare for a new school year, college students return to Northern Michigan University, and career technical programs begin preparations for the next batch of students…

LSCP Perspectives: Business Development Services Lead to Stronger Businesses and Communities

Monday, August 14th, 2023

The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) has served many roles in Marquette County throughout its twenty-five-year history. As we actively engage with members about what the next twenty-five will look like, the impact of our behind-the-scenes business development and support programs…

LSCP Perspectives: Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport: A Vital Asset

Monday, July 31st, 2023

On July 19, the Michigan Aeronautics Commission (MAC) met at Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport for its regular meeting. While we always appreciate it when state boards and officials take the time to visit our area, having MAC at Marquette…

Now Hiring: Economic Development Project Manager

Wednesday, May 10th, 2023

Title: Economic Development Project Manager Employment Status: Part-Time (20 – 25 hours/week); Limited Term (LT) Department: Economic Development FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director of Business Development Direct Reports: 0 POSITION SUMMARY The Economic Development Project Manager (EDPM) will provide leadership for the implementation of economic development…

LSCP Perspectives: As Seasons Transition, the LSCP’s Work Continues

Friday, March 24th, 2023

It’s officially Spring! While we still have some great snowpack for a last hurrah of winter activity, one only needs to look at the shrinking ice coverage on our beautiful Lake Superior to feel that we’re turning a corner with…

Annual Dinner Wrap Up, Board Elections, Childcare Initiative, and More!

Friday, March 24th, 2023

On March 2nd, the LSCP was joined by over 180 partners and stakeholders for the LSCP Annual Dinner. Celebrating our 25th anniversary, it was an evening to remember, including inspiring videos highlighting our Distinguished Service Award recipients: H. J Larson…

An Evening Celebrating Marquette County Economic Development

Friday, March 24th, 2023

It’s hard to believe we’re two months into 2023 already, but here we are in the last days of February. For the LSCP, that means we’ve successfully executed another year of Operation Action U.P. Annual Meeting and Business Success Summit…

Embracing the Winter for All It Offers

Friday, March 24th, 2023

While it may be hard to tell with the warming temperatures this past week, winter is in full swing here in the Upper Peninsula. From regular fresh blankets of snow to putting on multiple layers when heading out for the…

We’re Hiring! Operations and Marketing Coordinator

Monday, February 20th, 2023

The Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP), a full-service and highly respected economic development organization in Marquette County, seeks an Operations and Marketing Coordinator to join their team. The LSCP is celebrating twenty-five years of advancing economic development throughout the Marquette area…