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New Americans in Michigan
Published on June 17, 2015
What immigration does for Michigan and our economy? -
Workshops reveal small-town placemaking strategies
Published on June 15, 2015
It’s not just a big city thing; participants from small towns at placemaking strategy development Workshops produced many project ideas for improving the quality of life and economy of their communities. -
'Fisheries' magazine focuses on Great Lakes charter fishing industry
Published on June 3, 2015
Operating a charter fishing business is no way to get rich quick, but captains love what they do. -
How planning commissions are appointed can have an impact on success
Published on June 2, 2015
Communities struggle with finding local volunteers for commissions. Empowering appointed officials, broadening their duties and formal representation can help. -
Bean Pole Farm – first farm in the Upper Peninsula taking advantage of local farm incubator program
Published on May 28, 2015
A new farm is sprouting in the Upper Peninsula, thanks to a new farm incubator program. -
Is your downtown an eye sore?
Published on May 27, 2015
Statewide grant program available to help rejuvenate historic downtown buildings and more. -
New Michigan Blight Elimination guidebook for community and economic development
Published on May 11, 2015
Developed by the Michigan Vacant Property Campaign, the guidebook is designed to assist local officials and stakeholders with creating a plan to eliminate blight in their communities. -
Statewide collaboration in tourism brings advocacy toolkit for Michigan
Published on May 8, 2015
Advocacy toolkit is available to everyone for free via the collaboration between the three partners. -
New study sheds light on the decline of Lake Huron charter fishing
Published on May 8, 2015
Changes in fishing success are often blamed on the drop in Lake Huron charter trips. Recent research reveals which fish species were most important and also suggests that fishing success was not the only reason for the decline. -
So you have a lot of stuff and want to share? Part 1
Published on April 29, 2015
Understanding the Sharing Economy and what it means for some industries.