Chamber of Commerce News

  • Scholarship Applications now available

    February 11, 2025

     The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce is offering $750 one-time scholarship opportunities for Baraga County high school graduates seeking to further their education and training beyond their high school diplomas. Those graduating from Baraga High School, L’Anse High School, and…

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  • BCEDC Announces Superior National Bank as Inaugural Project of the Year Award Recipient

    January 22, 2025

    Baraga County, MI – The Baraga County Economic Development Corporation (BCEDC) has announced Superior National Bank as the 2024 recipient of the inaugural Project of the Year Award. This honor recognizes Superior National Bank’s significant investment in the community by…

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  • MDARD – Check Out the Funding Opportunities for 2025

    January 22, 2025

    Check Out the Funding Opportunities for 2025 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s (MDARD) Grant Team works to provide Michigan businesses and organizations with funding to support their growth and prosperity within the state. We offer many different…

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  • Chamber announces Dynamo Grant Awards

    November 11, 2024

    The Baraga County Chamber of Commerce would like to congratulate the recipient's of this year Dynamo Grant selection, Cody Smith, Keweenaw Custom Rods Jenna Ballor, The Tot Spot Meghan O’Connell, Delicata Each of these new business received a grant to…

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  • 2024 ATV Wilderness Adventure

    October 8, 2024

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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!!!!

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  • 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…

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