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New hydraulic fracturing reports are excellent resources for local officials
Published on September 25, 2013
Local elected and appointed officials sometimes struggle to decide how to address resident concerns about hydraulic fracturing. A new set of reports help officials learn about the issues before they act. -
Every “Mitten” has a thumb!
Published on September 25, 2013
Thumb Tourism Summit brings communities together to discuss tourism strategies for development and more. -
Building typology for housing: what is missing in Michigan
Published on September 24, 2013
Understand the different housing typologies that are currently in demand by those entering the market. -
Reviewing the origins of property rights tension in American society
Published on September 24, 2013
The struggle between private property rights and the good of the community is nothing new; it is older than our nation. -
ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, Mich. is fueled by local produce
Published on September 20, 2013
West Michigan Farmlink provides the connection between farmers and chefs for many of the community’s top restaurants. -
New collaboration, cooperation and partnerships toolbox launched!
Published on September 20, 2013
Use of social media serves as a valuable asset for forming the recently launched LinkedIn Group known as the Michigan Tourism Collaboration, Cooperation and Partnerships (CCP) Toolbox. -
Five northern Michigan communities become an “even cooler” place
Published on September 20, 2013
Five northern Michigan communities use placemaking grants to add public features to their communities, enhancing their sense of place. -
Do not lose sight of your community vision
Published on September 20, 2013
A community’s vision is captured in its master plan, and good plans involve a deal of community input and analysis of data. However, the plans only have value if they are used in an active, ongoing manner. -
Regional food hub facilitates farm-to-school efforts in northwest Michigan
Published on September 20, 2013
As the local food movement builds across Michigan and demand increases for locally grown agricultural products, an opportunity exists for Michigan farmers to expand their markets to include institutional buyers. -
Boyne City receives planning grant to expand winter farmers market
Published on September 20, 2013
"Boyne City Main Street Program" explores expanding their winter farmers market.