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Positive about Marquette County Future
If you know me, you know my glass is always half full. But I will admit that the continual media bombardment of doom and gloom has started to empty my glass. But after spending a few days in Detroit (no I will never like or be positive about the city of Detroit) at the Michigan Association of REALTORS® annual convention, I was pleased to be among so many positive people. Instead of a gloom and doom attitude, most of the attendees and speakers were excited about the positive attributes that Michigan has.
This week in Marquette, I have seen several purchase agreements written on commercial properties. Along with the hint (or some days scream) of fall in the air, there is a sense of anticipation of an economy turning in the right direction. In doing my research, I spoke with Dale Hemmila District Manager—Public Affairs
Cliffs Michigan Mining Company and I felt mypositive outlook grow. This is what the company says about pellet production.
“In addition to the capital investment, maximizing pellet production will increase Michigan employment. Projections call for adding approximately 375 new employees. This plan also means retention of the current Empire workforce of approximately 550 employees. That is a total of approximately 925 jobs, which will be created or retained with the implementation of this plan”
The company is also involved with biomass fuel.
“Renewafuel, a subsidiary of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc (NYSE: CLF) announced today its plans to build a next-generation biomass fuel production facility at the Telkite Technology Park located at Sawyer Airport near Marquette, Michigan. At full production the plant could produce 150,000 tons per year of high-energy, low-emission biofuel cubes from a composite of sustainably collected wood and agricultural feedstocks including wood waste, corn stalks, grasses and energy crops.”
So if you know any engineers who want to live in Marquette County they have a place to apply!
My question to you today is what do you see as the most positive aspect in Marquette’s economy? |
Posted: 11:20 AM, Sep. 25, 2008 |
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The Interest Rates are falling...the interest rates are falling!
"Don't just stand there,
Make it happen."
Lee Iacocca (1924 –)
Former president and CEO of Chrysler Corporation
Interest Rates are falling…Interest Rates are falling
In speaking to a local lender, interest rates were under 6% for a 30 year fixed mortgage yesterday BUT the rates are changing moment by moment. If you interested in buying now may be the time to commit to a home and lock in a rate. There are a decent number of homes on the market. According to UPAR MLS there are 98 single family homes available in Marquette alone. Buy a home now in time to celebrate the holidays in your new home!
It seems that there are so many things to do every weekend in Marquette but I want to highlight 3 of them today;
Sunday, September 14 October 5 November 2 12:30 – 4 p.m.
We invite you to join us in our SKY ROOM, overlooking Lake Superior, for a traditional “High Tea,” serving a selection of herbal, organic and classic teas, accompanied with scones with Devonshire cream and preserves, finger sandwiches, sweets and more! Please call 315-8103 to make your reservation. We are also offering private teas for birthday parties, bridal luncheons, and any special occasion. For a private party booking, please contact Kim Ketola, Catering Sales Manager, at 315-8146.
I will say that 2 weeks ago I was invited to test drive the new High Tea and was amazed at what High Tea actually is. This is a great chance to relax in a lovely setting, drink amazing loose tea brewed at your table and eat wonderful food.
2) The Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum is proud to announce another unique adult event:
From Your Walls to Mine––A Previously Owned Original Art Sale and Cabaret
Sunday, September 14 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Harbor Ballroom of the Landmark Inn in downtown Marquette
Hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, original art and exceptional Cabaret performers to include Bobby Glenn Brown. Tickets are $5 per person and they are available at the Children’s Museum and at the door the night of the event.
Call (906) 226-3911 for more information.
All proceeds will benefit the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum.
3) September 17-20—Vertigo Theatre Company presents: “Rabbit Hole” by David Lindsay-Abaire, a 2005 Pulitzer Prize Winner. At 7:30 p.m. in the Black Box Theater on the Campus of Northern Michigan University. Tickets are $10.00 each and on sale at the Marquette Arts and Culture Center in advance or at the door. For more information please call 228-0472.
If you attend any of these events please take the time to post your review of the event and if you know of anything you would like me to share just shoot me an email Blog@StephanieSells.com |
Posted: 10:51 AM, Sep. 11, 2008 |
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