News
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Protect yourself from hypothermia and frostbite while outside this winter
Published on December 22, 2014
Learn common warning signs, preventative measures and actions to take immediately if you, or someone with you, experiences hypothermia or frostbite. -
Decision Matrix can help your group decide: Part 2
Published on December 22, 2014
Decision Matrix uses data to help groups come to consensus. -
Decision Matrix can help your group decide: Part 1
Published on December 22, 2014
Decision Matrix uses data to help groups come to consensus. -
Parking lots can provide more than a space to put your car
Published on December 11, 2014
The parking lot tool can be an effective way to help keep your meeting on track. -
Be a tourist in your own community
Published on December 9, 2014
Yearly event promotes tourism and economic development in Alcona County. -
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s a “flash” retail operation
Published on December 9, 2014
Empty store fronts detract from the vibrancy of any community. Creative solutions can include sharing space and talents in an efficacious manner. -
Protecting the Detroit River: New shoreline design manual discusses shoreline protection options
Published on December 5, 2014
Traditional and alternative shoreline design options explored in new manual released by ERCA. -
Charter fishing draws tourists to Saugatuck
Published on December 5, 2014
Lake Michigan charter fishing is a big attraction in the small community of Saugatuck, but changes to the lake’s ecosystem make for an uncertain future. -
Is pop-up business retail here to stay?
Published on December 4, 2014
Once overlooked economic development strategies for rural and urban community gain serious traction. -
Food trucks, popular pop-up businesses are gaining traction
Published on December 4, 2014
These pop-up mobile kitchens entice people into the streets of downtown areas and can be used to entice customers into traditional retail/brick-and-mortar establishments.