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…Read more
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…Read more
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…Read more
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…Read more
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