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Local Government has a major role in revitalizing Michigan’s economy
Published on March 20, 2012
MSU Extension’s training program is a great jump-start to Michigan’s economic recovery. -
Seven important features of a Firewise home
Published on March 20, 2012
The Firewise Communities Program provides helpful checklists for Firewise landscaping and construction. Firewise also offers useful tips to prepare your home and protect your family and pets from wildfire. -
Extension Disaster Education Network & eXtension offer resources to provide aid during disaster
Published on March 20, 2012
When disaster strikes, people often turn to Extension for reliable information and educational resources to aid in recovery efforts. -
Planning commission is much more than zoning
Published on March 20, 2012
Planning commissions have a large job that includes coordination, intergovernmental cooperation, master plan, zoning administration, infrastructure, land division, subdivision reviews and capital improvement planning all contribute to a master plan. -
Taming the meeting beast
Published on March 20, 2012
Step-by-step Instructions for planning effective meetings. -
Educate and engage your community about local food and farming
Published on March 14, 2012
Food, farming and community web resources provide materials to build greater public understanding about local food and the importance of sustainable practices. -
Food and gardens provide local healthy choices
Published on March 13, 2012
Learn about fresh food resources at this free Calhoun County community event. -
Godfrey-Lee schools serve locally grown vegetables
Published on March 13, 2012
District supports farm-to-school concept and hopes to expand program. -
Quilt barn trails draw tourism and engage communities
Published on March 12, 2012
Quilt barn trails are opportunities for tourism, economic development and community building through partnerships, including in arts and culture, intown and rural businesses, and local government. -
Being a tourist in your own community
Published on March 6, 2012
Being a tourist in one’s own community increases awareness about little-known sites, arts, culture and economic development strategies, and gives people a chance to finally find a community's "hidden gems."