Chamber of Commerce News
Direct Grants Now Available
October 1, 2024
The Central Upper Peninsula Small Business Support Hub’s (The Hub’s) first Direct Grant Application window is now open! Who can apply for The Hub’s Direct Grants? Small businesses in Alger, Baraga, Delta, Dickinson, Marquette, Menominee, & Schoolcraft Counties that have…Read more
Going Pro Talent Fund
September 3, 2024
Going PRO Talent Fund The Going PRO Talent Fund awards employers with funding to assist in training, developing, and retaining current and newly hired employees. Eligible Training Training programs funded by the Talent Fund must be short-term and fill a…Read more
Michigan Supreme Court Rules Legislature Action Unconstitutional, Reinstates Earned Sick Time Act and Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act
August 1, 2024
The Michigan Supreme Court reinstated both the Earned Sick Time Leave Act (ESTA) and the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (IWOWA). The Mothering Justice v. Attorney General decision will have significant and ongoing implications for all Michigan employers starting February…Read more
Superior National Bank
July 31, 2024
Congratulations to Superior National Bank on the ribbon cutting ceremony of their new building!!! Join them on August 2 from 10 - 1 for their Grand Re-Opening!!!!Read more
BARAGA COUNTY CHAMBER OFFERS DYNAMO YOUNG BUSINESS GRANTS
July 15, 2024
In order to help attract new business and assist young businesses in Baraga County, the Baraga County Chamber of Commerce has established the Baraga County Dynamo Grant Program. The program will offer up to $5,000 to start-up businesses or businesses…Read more
Copper Shores Bridges Expands to Baraga County
July 15, 2024
Classes begin in August; Applications due by July 19 Copper Shores Community Health Foundation is excited to announce the expansion of its Bridges program to Baraga County. Beginning in August, Bridges will offer its introductory class, Getting Ahead, on Wednesday…Read more
JOIN US TO LEARN ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS, THE HUB, AND MORE!
July 12, 2024
JOIN US TO LEARN ABOUT SMALL BUSINESS GRANTS, THE HUB, AND MORE! We're excited to announce intro sessions for the Central U.P. Small Business Support Hub! Join us for an exciting in-person gathering to learn about the resources available to…Read more
Capul Recreational Park & Walking Trail
July 2, 2024
Congratulations to Capul Recreational Park and Phase 2 Walking Trail!!!! The red ribbon has been cut and it is now officially opened for use!!! Come to the park and walk the trail - relaxing with a beautiful view!!!Read more
Chamber Announces Scholarship Winners
April 30, 2024
The Baraga Co. Chamber of Commerce Mix & Mingle was held on Friday, April 19. There were about 40-50 people in attendance and raised apx. $1700.00 for the scholarship fund. Due to the generosity of this and previous Mix &…Read more