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Does your community have a tool library?
Published on August 14, 2015
Tool Libraries around the country and world make tools of all kinds available to residents in need of all types of tools. -
Is your community ready for the next opportunity? Part 1
Published on August 14, 2015
Developing a local team is a proactive, economical and collaborative strategy for successful economic development growth and attraction. -
What can and can’t I do in my homeowners association?
Published on August 14, 2015
Homeowners associations have become widespread; so widespread that some individuals may not even realize they live in such a community. -
Farmer’s markets are great places to launch food businesses
Published on August 13, 2015
Many Michigan niche food producers have successfully started and grown their businesses at local farmer’s markets. -
What impact does the county fair have on American communities?
Published on August 6, 2015
County fairs are more than just a yearly carnival, they’re a chance for community building and leadership development opportunities. -
Urban and farmers markets have a long history in these iconic cities
Published on August 5, 2015
For some, purchasing fresh food directly from the farmer at a market is a new phenomenon, but in reality, such places have existed for more than a century. -
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – August 5, 2015
Published on August 5, 2015
The edible flint Food Garden Tour showcased 17 of the area’s urban farms and gardens on July 29. -
Discovering similarities between South Korean tourism and Michigan tourism
Published on August 3, 2015
Two locations develop their “glamping” industry by merging camping with glamour. -
Ombudsman – What is that?
Published on August 3, 2015
It is a confidential, informal, independent and neutral resource for employees with a workplace concerns. -
Understanding tourism for Michigan communities
Published on August 3, 2015
MSU Extension’s tourism team continues to educate audiences on several niche areas that can help sustain one of Michigan’s largest industries-tourism!