Upper Peninsula Health Education Corporation

Superior Location

With the convenience and stimulation of city life in an awesome natural setting, Marquette is an All-American County (2003) with a 352-bed, regional hospital; a rustic get-away ranked among the 100 Best Communities for Young People (2006 and 2007).

Music festivals, museums, art galleries, theatres, an accredited university and a state of the art medical care facility are all within minutes of pristine beaches, majestic forests and breath-taking vistas.

We could go on and on, but instead here's what Partners for Livable Communities had to say when they ranked Marquette among 2005's Most Livable Communities.

"Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Marquette County is a rural community with a cosmopolitan attitude. Nestled within a half million acres of forest and woodland, the area enjoys a high quality of life thanks in part to its fine sand beaches, abundant natural resources and unlimited recreation opportunities. Its northern boundary, Lake Superior, is the largest fresh water lake in the world and has a shoreline dotted with lighthouses and shipwrecks whispering maritime tales of life on the historic Great Lakes. Marquette County’s recreational opportunities are endless and year-round. You can fly fish and sunbathe on one of the region’s 80 inland lakes, and bike, ski and dog sled along its miles of peaceful trails. But Marquette County isn't only beautiful scenery. It’s also home to Northern Michigan University, the state-of-the-art Marquette General Hospital and excellent K-12 schools. Marquette City boasts brand name and boutique shopping, numerous museums and art galleries, safe and friendly neighborhoods and a “can-do” spirit that draws people together and creates an electric urban sensibility in a small-town setting.

"In 2003, Marquette County was honored with the All-America County award, which celebrates the community’s aggressive efforts to leverage its unique assets and strengths and its creative approaches to community building and economic development. The region’s spectacular beauty, varied terrain, diversity of natural resources, abundance of snowfall and acres of public land make Marquette County an excellent location. Nearby Sawyer International Airport and ubiquitous high-tech wireless/ broad band availability makes access to and from the region effortless. The area’s dedicated and skilled workforce and ongoing educational and technical training opportunities give employers a distinct advantage in the global marketplace.

"Marquette County is a place where residents have a sense of control over their lives that isn't dictated by rush hour traffic, fear of crime, or isolation from their neighbors. It’s a dynamic place that offers an intriguing balance of intensity and peace. A place to work hard and play hard. A place to raise a family, enjoy the companionship of others and enjoy the bounteous gifts Mother Nature has to offer just a step away from your own back door."

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