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9-1-1 is designated as the universal emergency number for the entire United States
Published on February 20, 2014
If an ambulance or immediate assistance from the fire department or law enforcement is needed, call 9-1-1. Never use this number for prank calls or to obtain non-emergency information. -
Happy Birthday: 100th Anniversary of Smith-Lever Act and MSU Extension
Published on February 20, 2014
In 1914 the Smith-Lever Act was signed into federal law by President Woodrow Wilson. That created a national Extension system. -
Polar Vortex contributes to possible increased wildfire threat
Published on February 18, 2014
Limbs heavily-laden with snow and ice can break off and die increasing fuel loads ahead of our next fire season. -
Natural shoreline topics featured at upcoming lakes convention
Published on February 13, 2014
Day 3 of inaugural Michigan Inland Lakes Convention will showcase current natural shoreline research findings and the latest in Phragmites management and control. -
Call 2-1-1 for information and referrals to health, human and social service organizations
Published on February 11, 2014
Referral specialists at a local or regional 2-1-1 calling center will answer your call and access databases of resources for individuals and families in need of assistance. -
Open streets: Placemaking with physical activity in mind
Published on February 3, 2014
Around the nation, communities are turning streets over to pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorized users for the purposes of building social capital, promoting physical activity and accessing local businesses in new ways. -
As 2014 begins, resolve to prepare your family for potential disasters
Published on January 19, 2014
Resolve to be Ready resources can help parents prepare children for a variety of unexpected natural disasters and emergencies. -
Zoning runs with the land, except when it doesn’t
Published on January 19, 2014
While equal treatment under the law must always be a government priority, a number of municipal attorneys believe that zoning approvals can expire if not acted upon within a specified period of time. -
Michigan and Ontario groups earn prestigious Department of Interior Partners in Conservation Award
Published on January 17, 2014
International collaboration along Lake St. Clair and the St. Clair and Detroit rivers leads to ecosystem restoration and exemplary partnerships. -
New website helps visitors plan outdoor adventures in Port Austin, Michigan
Published on January 14, 2014
Interactive web-based virtual tour allows people to explore the Port Austin community to plan their outdoor adventures.