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Historic buildings: older, smaller and better
Published on December 15, 2014
A new study finds that neighborhoods with older buildings of mixed use and age perform better than districts with newer, more-similar buildings and uses. -
Breakfast on the Farm visits lead to better understanding and confidence in modern crop production
Published on December 15, 2014
Recent surveys show Breakfast on the Farm impacts the impression and knowledge participants have on modern crop production. -
Understanding interests is key to building relationships
Published on December 15, 2014
Whether you are working in the public or private sector, building strong, positive relationships is critical to success. -
The eight forms of community wealth, Part 1: Built capital
Published on December 11, 2014
There are eight forms of community wealth that, when working together, enhance economic development in rural communities. This article focuses on one of those forms: built capital. -
How to eco-shop for Christmas
Published on December 11, 2014
Be an environmentally conscious Christmas shopper. -
Extraordinary governance requires a strong partnership between board and staff: Part 1
Published on December 11, 2014
A good working relationship between board and administration is key to fulfilling the organization’s mission. -
Extraordinary governance requires a strong partnership between board and staff: Part 2
Published on December 11, 2014
A good working relationship between board and administration is key to fulfilling the organization’s mission. -
New initiatives and resources in the Michigan Good Food Movement
Published on December 10, 2014
Michigan Good Food is a policy initiative centered on the Michigan Good Food Charter. Progress continues on the Charter’s goals and agenda priorities, with new initiatives and resources recently released strengthening the local food movement in Michigan. -
Ice cream with a local twist
Published on December 10, 2014
A look inside Grand Rapids’ award winning Love’s Ice Cream, and the importance of local food in their business model. -
Be a tourist in your own community
Published on December 9, 2014
Yearly event promotes tourism and economic development in Alcona County.