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Meeting with your legislator: 10 tips to help you prepare for your meeting
Published on May 25, 2017
Meeting with your legislator doesn’t have to be scary. It can be easy with these 10 tips. -
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report - May 24, 2017
Published on May 24, 2017
The urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens' planting operations are full steam ahead as last week's high temperatures push the growing season ahead of schedule. -
Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – May 24, 2017
Published on May 24, 2017
Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens in the Flint area. A new Flint Fresh Veggie Box program kicks off this week. -
Celebrating the history of the strawberry
Published on May 23, 2017
Michigan’s strawberry season is just around the corner in June. -
Fire Fighters and Police Officers Retirement Act: What is Act 345 and what does it do?
Published on May 23, 2017
The Fire Fighters and Police Officers Retirement Act (Act 345 of 1937) allows for a retirement plan for police officers and firefighters and also authorizes a funding source. What is Act 345, what does it do, and why does it matter? -
Is agritourism right for your farm?
Published on May 22, 2017
From farm stands to corn mazes and pumpkin patches, there are plenty of ways to drive agritourists to your farm. -
Annual creative report reveals Michigan’s dependency on arts and culture for economic development
Published on May 19, 2017
Arts and culture are crucial to the vitality of Michigan communities. -
2017 report states outdoor reaction is the economy of the future
Published on May 18, 2017
Outdoor Industry Association's third edition on the Outdoor Recreation Economy report highlights the magnitude and importance of the recreation economy in the United States. -
Michigan ArtShare and Michigan State University Extension announce a "Call for Art" program
Published on May 18, 2017
Michigan ArtShare is pleased to announce this opportunity for artists in Michigan. -
I-69 Thumb Region focuses on ecotourism initiatives to strengthen regional attractions
Published on May 17, 2017
Seven county partnership decides to strengthen tourism by emphasizing the importance of ecology first by inviting local and regional organizations to share research, programs, and events across Michigan’s Thumb.