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Working together generates success in Iosco County
Published on August 15, 2013
Collaboration reaps rewards for betterment of the community. -
Three dark, leafy greens that you can add to your menu today for nutritional benefits
Published on August 15, 2013
Dark leafy greens are being promoted for their many nutritional benefits. What are the different kinds of dark leafy greens that you can find at your farmers market or grocery store? -
Flint, Mich., area urban agriculture report – August 14, 2013
Published on August 14, 2013
Cooler weather in the past week has slowed crop growth in the field. -
Farm-to-Pizza: a farm-to-school lesson plan for elementary students
Published on August 13, 2013
Developed by Michigan State University Extension to help teachers, food service professionals, and students have fun learning about local food. -
Regional community health assessments are a great tool for planning officials
Published on August 13, 2013
A regional community health assessment is a great tool for understanding community health status and addressing these issues through planning and zoning. -
Preserving dark night sky is a northern Michigan placemaking strategy
Published on August 13, 2013
The Emmet County Headlands International Dark Sky Park is an excellent example of how to promote a unique rural asset as a placemaking strategy. -
Get your Michigan blueberries while they last!
Published on August 13, 2013
Time to pick your annual blueberry supply in NE Michigan. Tawas City U-Pick farm open for the season while supplies last. -
Dealing with delinquent student loans
Published on August 13, 2013
Actions to take when dealing with delinquent student loans. -
Contents of a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP)
Published on August 9, 2013
A CWPP helps protect communities from loss caused by wildfire. This article is part two of a two part series. In this article, we will address the contents that go into a CWPP. -
Double Up Food Bucks evaluation demonstrates success
Published on August 9, 2013
Report highlights healthy trends in farmers market purchases.