News
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Global manufacturer builds new facility in northern Michigan
Published on June 27, 2012
Global manufacturer invests millions as it opens a new facility in Northwest Michigan and creates local jobs. -
Automotive parts manufacturer expands in Northern Michigan, imports jobs from Japan
Published on June 27, 2012
Northern Michigan auto parts manufacturer growing stronger as evidenced in an $11.5 million expansion. -
Help your community become a Firewise model community
Published on June 26, 2012
The Firewise Communities/USA program provides information that property owners and communities can utilize to minimize losses during a wildfire. -
Planning commissions may not have jurisdiction, but can still have advocacy role
Published on June 26, 2012
There are a number of areas where local governments do not have jurisdiction, but a local government or its planning commission can still prepare testimony for submission at public hearings and during public comment periods. -
Bioenergy project tools for Michigan communities
Published on June 26, 2012
Michigan communities seeking a better understanding of how to produce bioenergy from biomass have a new online resource available to them. -
Attention Michigan farmers: Schools are looking for more vegetables and beans
Published on June 26, 2012
USDA School Meals Program offers financial incentive for menus serving more beans and dark green, orange and yellow vegetables starting fall 2012. -
Detroit 2012-20013 budget: Correcting the lingering deficit issues
Published on June 22, 2012
Detroit’s 2012-2013 budget will result in significant restructuring to restore the financial stability of the State’s largest city. -
Charlevoix County communities talk about shoreline zoning
Published on June 21, 2012
Charlevoix County communities are working together to coordinate their shoreline zoning ordinances. Consistent regulation protects water resources and reduces business uncertainty. -
New tool helps foresters and landowners assess forest climate change impacts and options
Published on June 21, 2012
The “Template for Accessing Climate Change Impact and Management Options” (TACCIMO) provides excellent research-based information that can help professional foresters and landowners. -
Michigan grown produce is still available
Published on June 19, 2012
Michigan consumers will be able to enjoy Michigan grown fruits and vegetables, in spite of the spring weather.