Michigan Locals Say These 9 Michigan Gas Station Bites Are Low-Key Legendary

Most people pull into a gas station expecting nothing more than a bag of chips and a lukewarm hot dog. But Michigan has a different kind of gas station culture — one where the food is genuinely worth stopping for. From Detroit to the Upper Peninsula, locals have been...

New owner, same tradition: BabyCakes Muffin Company announces a change

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Iconic Marquette coffee and pastry business BabyCakes Muffin Co. has a new owner in local entrepreneur Jacob Hutchinson who intends to continue the tradition. “I’m honored to take over such a well-loved local business,” said Hutchinson. “BabyCakes has built something special in this community. My goal is to keep everything that makes it great, from the muffins and coffee to the breakfast and lunch offerings, while looking for thoughtful ways to grow in the future.” Lake Superior Community Partnership (LSCP) held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at BabyCakes on Friday, May 22. Hutchinson will continue the business's regular hours with the same baked goods, coffee, and meals, according to LSCP. BabyCakes welcomes the community to stop in and meet the new owner in the future. "Be on the lookout for new weekly specials and discounts for members of the uniformed services," Hutchinson said. COPYRIGHT 2026 BY MY UP NOW – WBUP/WJMN. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED

This Small Michigan Restaurant Keeps the Upper Peninsula’s Legendary Pasty Tradition Alive

There is a small building in northern Michigan where the smell alone stops travelers mid-drive. The kind of place where the food carries a history that stretches back to 19th-century copper mines and immigrant kitchens, yet somehow tastes just as relevant and satisfying today. I had heard about it from...

Girly Pop open in downtown Marquette

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The latest beverage craze has landed in downtown Marquette. It’s called Girly Pop. Perveyors of “dirty soda.”. There’s a new girl in town, and she’s pretty sweet! I’m talking about Girly Pop, a new twist on the traditional soda fountain.

The Best Cherry Pie In Michigan Comes From A Place Tourists Always Miss

Pie this good does not stay quiet for long. A Michigan pie shop that never asked for attention somehow earned all of it. Visitors show up once out of curiosity. They leave already planning the next visit. The cherry pie does that to people. One slice and the whole afternoon...

This Michigan Pasty Shop Has Been Family Run Since 1952, And People Still Can’t Get Enough

I have a rule about stopping at places with no online presence, no Instagram account, and a parking lot full of trucks with local plates. That combination has never once let me down, and this Michigan stop was about to remind me exactly why I made that rule in the first place.

The Copper Peach BBQ & Supply is bringing Southern flavor to the rural Midwest

L’ANSE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Smoky, soulful Georgia barbecue is coming to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and you’ll have the chance to try it for yourself very soon. Matthew Goochey, proprietor of the Copper Peach BBQ & Supply, explained how the restaurant is a joint business venture with his friend Michael Mixon - famed culinarian and son of the celebrity barbecue chef Myron Mixon - and how the homeliness and kindness of the Upper Peninsula drew them to the area. “This place is spectacular. It’s very rural. It feels like how everything was like 20 years ago, and the way people treat each other up here is phenomenal. The community support here (too). From day one, I had people jumping and trying to ask how they could help,” said Goochey. “This is the small town feel that everybody searches for, but you guys have the small-town feel spread out across an entire size of a third of the state of Georgia. It’s pretty impressive, (and) we just want to be a part of it.” Goochey, who hails from middle Georgia, mentioned how L’Anse was specifically chosen as the location for the Copper Peach due to its accessibility along US-41 and the desire

Marquette Culver’s announces new ownership, closes for renovations

MARQUETTE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WLUC) - Culver’s in Marquette Township is getting some new renovations to go along with new ownership. Steven and Rachel Lawrence are the new owners of the familiar dining location. A press release from the Lake Superior Community Partnership says the pair looks to bring a renewed focus on community, quality and service.

Fancy hats and craft beer – Drifa hosts Kentucky Derby watch party

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – The Kentucky Derby made its way to Marquette tonight, fancy hats and all. Drifa Brewing Company hosted a watch party for the ‘Run or the Roses’ – with derby wear, a live guitarist, food truck, and the race up on the screen.

Kiwanis Club of Marquette to hold chicken barbecue to help fund grants for nonprofit organizations

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Kiwanis Club of Marquette will be offering a delicious way to help nonprofit organizations in your community. The 69th annual Chicken Barbecue will be held at Lakeview Arena on June 14. Money raised from the event will go to helping nonprofit organizations in Marquette. The main focus will be on helping youth-based nonprofits.

10 Michigan Breakfast Spots Worth the Drive – Think Pancake Stacks, Omelets, and Fresh Coffee

Michigan’s best breakfast spots are spread across small towns, city neighborhoods, and lakeside stops that many travelers miss. The ones worth seeking out are known for specific dishes, from stacked pancakes and loaded omelets to scratch-made specials and consistently strong coffee. What sets these places apart is reliability. Some...

Community Price Check: Laker’s Burgers & Pizza discusses higher produce prices, transparency with customers

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WZMQ) – Going out to eat has become more hefty on the wallet, especially on a smaller and more local scale. Laker’s Burgers & Pizza has been in operation for nine years. Originally as a food truck, the business opened an official location on US-41 in 2024, carrying its Sasquatch theme along with. Co-Owner Alayna Prahl says running a local high-quality restaurant can often mean adding a few extra dollars to the menu, as gas, shipping and ingredient costs continue to rise.

13 Michigan Breakfast Restaurants Made For A May Weekend Road Trip

May in Michigan operates on a very specific, sun-drenched logic: you wake up early, point the car toward the nearest body of water, and drive until the scent of brewing coffee starts sounding like a legitimate life plan. There is something intoxicating about a spring morning here, when the air...

Tickets available for Mariucci Family Beacon House’s “Grill and Chill” fundraiser

The fundraiser will help Mariucci afford care for families in need of a place to stay.

Dairy Flo opens for 72nd year in Rapid River

RAPID RIVER, Mich. (WLUC) - With springtime comes a sweet taste of the season that everyone can enjoy. The Rapid River Dairy Flo ice cream shop is reopening its doors, ready to serve up classic favorites in Delta County. Owner Jennifer King is ready for ice cream lovers of all ages.

Four Swords Retropub expands arcade

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Four Swords Retropub has expanded its arcade once again. The first expansion was done last November when Four Swords decided to move its arcade to the bottom floor of the Masonic Square Mall. Four months later, the restaurant has expanded again, now moving next to HOTPlate...

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Taste the North: CharYooperie gifts U.P. charcuterie to Upper Michigan Today and beyond

IRON RIVER, Mich. (WLUC) - A new U.P. business is filling a niche yet popular demand: Yooper charcuterie boards. Have you heard of CharYooperie yet? It’s a Yooper-inspired gift box service featuring artisan foods primarily originating in the Upper Peninsula. Upon opening the box of handcrafted goodies, you may recognize iconic U.P. edible delicacies... from Sayklly’s Yooper Bars to classic cinnamon Trenary Toast.

Birds & Brews with Laughing Whitefish Bird Alliance

MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Now that spring is here, you might see more birds out and abo…