You Can Learn More First-Hand: Merit Network and its partners were awarded a federal funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to build 1,270 miles of fiber-optic infrastructure in Northern Lower and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

You were asked to provide a story about how high airfares in our region have affected your business or personal life. We were blown away by your response. More than 250 stories were received from Chamber members. These stories are powerful, personal, and relevant. The result is a 59-page document that was sent to your representatives in Washington, D.C. It will also be used as evidence in upcoming meetings with airlines. We asked, you delivered! Thank you!