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Germfask, MI · Real Estate
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Marquette renter faces eviction after withholding rent over unsafe conditions
A Marquette renter says she's paying thousands of dollars a month to live with black mold and standing water. When she tried putting her rent in escrow to force repairs, she was handed an eviction notice instead. With renters making up more than half of the city's households, My UP News reporter Schyler Perkins investigates why local tenants say they feel powerless against unresponsive landlords and a city turning a blind eye.
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Ishpeming and Cleveland Cliffs enter purchase agreement for over 1K acres of land
ISHPEMING, Mich. (WLUC) - The city of Ishpeming is looking at 1,000 acres of land to be available for the public. The land comes from a proposal from Cleveland Cliffs last year. Last week, the Ishpeming City Council signed off on a purchasing agreement from Cleveland Cliffs regarding the land. The deal still needs to be finalized and a survey of the land will be happening soon.
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Future of Jacobetti Veteran’s Home property discussed
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The future of the Jacobetti Veterans’ Home property was discussed by the Marquette City Commission on Monday afternoon. The 7.24-acre parcel of land is owned by the state and is expected to be vacated in 2028. Several members of the city commission voiced their support for acquiring the land in hopes of creating a housing development.
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Whitmer Announces Housing Projects In Manistique, Hancock
Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday announced redevelopment projects receiving support from the bipartisan Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) program, creating new opportunities for housing and commercial space in the Upper Peninsula. Mixed-use redevelopments will contribute housing and commercial space to the downtown areas of Hancock, Manistique, and in downstate Marshall, together...
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Two U.P. projects transform vacant buildings into apartments with breweries, storefronts
HANCOCK, MI -- Two housing projects in the Upper Peninsula are adding both livable units and commercial spaces to downtown areas. Projects in Hancock and Manistique will transform vacant buildings through the state-funded Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) program. State Sen. Ed McBroom (R-Vulcan) expressed support for the Michigan Economic Development...
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NMU Adding New Academic Programs; Raising Housing Rates
The Northern Michigan University Board of Trustees has approved room and board rates for the 2026-2027 academic year, along with adding seven new degree programs that will go into effect this fall. The cost of a standard double room with the base required meal plan and comprehensive fee will be...
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U.P. center of Bitcoin mine debate after Dafter Township controversy
The Upper Peninsula has become the center of growing debate over whether rural Michigan communities should host cryptocurrency mines and AI data centers, especially when such operations are implemented without full disclosure or community input. On Jan. 18, the Northern Michigan Alliance for Responsible Development hosted “An Introduction to Crypto Mining and AI Data Centers: A Community Briefing.” The event included in-person attendance in Sault Ste. Marie, Marquette and Houghton. The event also included online Zoom video attendance throughout the U.P. and northern Lower Peninsula. The goal of the event was to raise awareness among community leaders and environmental advocates of the rapid expansion of cryptocurrency mines and artificial intelligence (AI) data centers across Michigan’s 1st Congressional District. About 225 people attended the hybrid event, with roughly half attending in person and the other half online. Why the need to raise awareness? Organizers said Michigan’s loose zoning and lack of township-level ordinances have made the state a desirable target for Big Tech entrepreneurs seeking cheap land and lax regulations. To inform the public, the January event explored how the cryptocurrency and AI industries impact electricity rates, water resources, jobs, climate goals and noise levels. The speakers sought to provide residents
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Can artificial intelligence replace a real estate agent
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The impact of artificial intelligence in today’s society is constantly growing but what impact can it have in the real estate world? Realtor Stephanie Jones joins John Redfield to discuss the impact artificial intelligence; concerns people may have about it and how to use it properly if you’re in the market for the house.
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New development in downtown Marquette hopes to address housing needs
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Mitch Sharkey, Pre-Construction Manager for Midwest Construction, says he saw an opportunity in downtown Marquette to help boost infrastructure. 401 W. Washington St. will soon be turned into a four-story, mixed-use building. This is all due to a $1.5 million state grant, which is part of the Make It in Michigan economic development strategy. The economic strategy is used to help revitalize Michigan communities and make them more attractive places for investment and living.
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The Slow-Paced Town In Michigan Where Rent Stays Under $700 And Life Still Feels Good
In a world where housing costs seem to climb faster than Jack’s beanstalk, there exists a charming enclave in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula where your wallet can actually catch its breath. Iron Mountain sits nestled against the Wisconsin border like a well-kept secret, offering rental prices that might make...
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This gorgeous small town in Michigan is surprisingly affordable to live in
Looking for a place where your budget stretches further without sacrificing scenery or quality of life?. Crystal Falls, Michigan quietly delivers both, tucked in the Upper Peninsula with forests, waterfalls, and friendly neighbors at every turn. It feels like a postcard, yet the cost of living is refreshingly down to...
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Find out how long it takes to buy or sell a home with realtor Stephanie Jones
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - 2026 brings new resolutions which may include buying or selling your home. NextHome Superior Living Managing Broker Stephanie Jones explains how long each process takes and the steps involved. For a buyer, Jones says it typically takes 3-5 months after you have signed a buyer agency...
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The Lakeside Town In Michigan Where Rent, Food And Gas Fit Comfortably Under $1,600 A Month
Nestled along the pristine shores of Lake Superior, Munising, Michigan offers a rare economic miracle in today’s inflated world—a place where your monthly expenses won’t trigger financial night sweats. This Upper Peninsula treasure has somehow managed to sidestep the cost-of-living crisis gripping most of America, creating a...
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Find out how long it takes to buy or sell your home with realtor Stephanie Jones
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Governor Whitmer Announces Northern Michigan Redevelopments, Adding 60 Housing Units to Cadillac, Escanaba, and Marquette
LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced three redevelopment projects receiving support from the bipartisan Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) program, creating 60 total housing units in Cadillac, Escanaba, and Marquette. Together, the projects will generate a total capital investment of over $16.5 million in the state while attracting residents to their downtown communities.
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2 UP housing projects receive state funding
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Vacant downtown Marquette store to turn into 4-story residential-commercial building
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WBUP/WJMN) — Eleven apartment units are coming to Marquette's Washington Street in the vacant Northern Hydroponics building, announced Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. When finished, the project will fully redevelop 401 W. Washington St. to create a four-story, mixed-use development, adding 11 residential units, two commercial spaces, and lower-level...