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Food trucks: Serving street food with a side of placemaking
Published on March 18, 2014
While placemaking is principally focused on creating public spaces with good form, where good form is lacking, attractions such as food trucks can contribute to place by attracting people, enlivening an area and stimulating other business activity. -
Research on workplace bullying shows increased awareness
Published on March 17, 2014
Information helps people understand that bullying is more than just “kid stuff.” -
LINC Up Soul Food Café serves workforce development with a side of fried pickles
Published on March 14, 2014
The new eatery in Grand Rapids’ Madison Square neighborhood hopes to train workers, provide jobs and serve as a community gathering spot featuring unique, ethnic foods made from locally-grown ingredients. -
Are you prepared for flooding and other severe weather this spring?
Published on March 14, 2014
Learn action steps you can take now as we transition into spring, a season in Michigan when floods most typically occur. -
Shared measurement tools build collective impacts: Part 2
Published on March 13, 2014
One of five collective impact conditions that typically exists is the commitment of partners to a shared measurement system. -
From ground rules to shared expectations
Published on March 13, 2014
Facilitators can encourage groups to move beyond identifying bad behaviors and toward positive outcomes. -
Families behind the food
Published on March 13, 2014
Fifth-generation Heffron Farms in Kent County’s Grattan Township has a long history of agriculture and community service. -
Hoop house grant program for Detroit and Wayne County
Published on March 5, 2014
The Wayne County Local Food Initiative through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service has $150,000 for the construction of seasonal high tunnels for eligible applicants. -
Ecological footprints in the Blue Water Area: Part 1
Published on March 5, 2014
Port Huron’s Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce begins looking at their ecological footprint. -
Seasonal High Tunnel Educational Initiative for Detroit and Wayne County
Published on March 5, 2014
Educational resources and workshops sponsored by the Southeast Michigan Resources Conservation & Development Council will help ensure the success of new and existing hoophouse growers.