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Focus Groups Generate Valuable Information: Part 2
Published on June 26, 2013
The possibilities of what can be assessed in a focus group are great, but the outcome is only as valuable as the successful implementation of its key components. -
Flint, Mich., area urban agriculture report – June 26, 2013
Published on June 26, 2013
Warmer temperatures and frequent rainfall are contributing to crop maturation and harvest from urban hoophouses. -
Michigan tourism: more than marketing
Published on June 25, 2013
Concentration in all seven goal areas of the 2012-2017 Michigan Tourism Strategic Plan will lead to continued success in the state’s tourism industry. -
What’s for dinner?
Published on June 25, 2013
Plan ahead to save time and money on summer meals. -
Federal Block Grant Funds are critical to housing development in limited-income neighborhoods
Published on June 25, 2013
In financially distressed communities, projects that are subsidized with federal funds may be the only housing activity occurring. -
Urban farming practices developed in France in 1850 still are used in cities today
Published on June 20, 2013
Many people believe the practice of growing vegetables in hoop houses in urban locations is a new phenomenon. History, however, tells us otherwise. The French were feeding residents of Paris from year-round urban gardens more than 150 years ago. -
Fiber-optic installation speeds up northern Michigan
Published on June 20, 2013
Merit Network helps rural communities get better access. -
Handle fireworks cautiously to prevent injuring yourself and bystanders
Published on June 20, 2013
Every summer around the 4th of July, emergency rooms across the country treat thousands of firework-related injuries. Learn how to avoid injury while safely enjoying fireworks. -
It is great time of year to support your local food system
Published on June 19, 2013
Buying your food from local producers as well as patronizing businesses and restaurants that purchase locally grown products is one practice to support a local food system. -
We know we like vacation destinations, but why not expect the same thing at home?
Published on June 19, 2013
People know what types of places and cities they like. Those are our tourist destinations. But then we come back home and do not expect the same in our hometown. Placemaking is about changing that, and making Michigan competitive in the new global economy.