News
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Maintaining your storm water management pond
Published on October 30, 2017
Storm water management ponds require regular maintenance to insure they function properly. Poorly maintained ponds can reduce their ability to control flooding and/or prevent pollution. -
Celebrating 100 years of Michigan State University Extension in Alcona County
Published on October 19, 2017
Alcona County and Michigan State University Extension are celebrating 100 years since the introduction of Extension to Alcona County in May 1917. -
Soak up the rain — Part 2
Published on October 2, 2017
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a new outreach program to encourage citizen and municipalities to adopt green infrastructure practices to reduce storm water runoff. -
Outdoor recreation is important to Michigan’s communities, economy and future
Published on October 2, 2017
Outdoor Industry Association provides state-by-state reporting on the impact of outdoor recreation on jobs, wages, and tax revenue. -
Soak up the rain — Part 1
Published on October 2, 2017
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a new program to encourage citizen and municipalities to reduce storm water runoff. -
Learn about Michigan’s lakes online
Published on September 19, 2017
Register today for this opportunity to learn about inland lakes from MSU Extension and participants across the Midwest. -
Plant Species Race Against Climate Change discussion to be held in Hickory Corners
Published on September 15, 2017
Learn about the race for survival between native and invasive plant species from Michigan State University associate professor Dr. Jen Lau on Oct. 9. -
Michigan Department of Natural Resources reports Japanese stiltgrass detected in Michigan
Published on September 12, 2017
Aquatic invasive species super plants! Withstanding acidic soil, variable light conditions, flooding and, multiplying beyond control in a single year. -
Interactive webinar about policies for managing stormwater
Published on September 6, 2017
Join the Adventures in Collective Water Management Network for an informative discussion on Sept. 15. -
Great Lakes' levels for Michigan and Huron have peaked for 2017
Published on September 5, 2017
Seasonal decline begins - lakes will lose more than a trillion gallons of water.