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Food insecurity resources in Macomb County
Published on March 28, 2012
Food insecurity exists in low income communities and brings challenges to healthy food access. -
Commit to buying local food
Published on March 28, 2012
This spring make a commitment to buy local food and to eat healthy. -
Industry, government, and MSU Extension collaborate on improving brownfield regulation
Published on March 27, 2012
Michigan’s cities contain thousands of contaminated properties awaiting clean-up and redevelopment. Multiple factors have stalled numerous clean-ups and left redevelopment in limbo. -
A written business plan is instrumental to success for new entrepreneurs
Published on March 27, 2012
A well-developed business plan will look three to five years ahead and outline how your business intends to reach financial goals, maintain and grow revenues, and help you think objectively about key elements of your business venture. -
Reducing food waste has economic, environmental and social benefits
Published on March 27, 2012
Concerns for environmental and economic costs, hunger and resource conservation increase awareness of food waste. -
Purple Up! for Month of the Military Child
Published on March 23, 2012
April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to recognize the sacrifices made by military families and their children. On April 13, Operation: Military Kids asks everyone to wear purple to show support for military families. -
Can local governments regulate oil and gas development?
Published on March 22, 2012
Michigan communities are considering their roles in regulating oil and gas development through zoning. Just what Michigan’s laws permit local governments to regulate is complicated. -
An entrepreneur will exhibit special qualities
Published on March 22, 2012
Do you have the personal assets required to be an Entrepreneur? -
To succeed in business sometimes you need a personal trainer
Published on March 22, 2012
Business counselors are a great resource to help you strategize, plan and implement your business plan. Think of them as your personal business trainer. -
Financial planning is more important than money when starting a business
Published on March 22, 2012
With or without money, the worst thing you can do when starting a business is ignore basic financial planning. Help is out there.