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Firewise program helps save lives and reduce property loss
Published on February 4, 2012
Michigan State University Extension’s Michigan Firewise Communities Project is part of a national effort to educate homeowners and local officials about the risk of wildfires and steps they can take to protect lives and property. -
Double Up Food Bucks program helps increase Bridge Card sales at West Michigan farmers markets
Published on February 4, 2012
Early estimates Show a 400% increase in 2011 compared to previous year -
Shine the right light on the places in your community
Published on February 4, 2012
Proper lighting brings out people and highlights places in your community which can generate economic activity and save your community money. -
How to get what you expect as a leader
Published on February 4, 2012
Leadership often includes influencing people to get a desired outcome. -
Using credit history as a hiring tool makes no sense
Published on February 4, 2012
No research shows any relationship between a person's credit report and their job performance or likelihood to commit fraud. -
Flint’s Food for Change Summit focuses on community-based food system
Published on February 3, 2012
Group explores key issues surrounding food policies and priorities in community -
'Tis the season to eat locally
Published on February 3, 2012
It is not impossible to find ways to eat seasonally and locally during a Michigan winter. -
MSU Extension and West Michigan Farmlink partner to promote local food purchasing
Published on January 12, 2012
Open house promotes local food purchasing for school food service professionals in Grand Rapids.