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Economic development challenges facing older Michigan suburban communities
Published on January 23, 2013
Older suburban communities have experienced many of the economic challenges of their adjacent central cities in some instances the difference as been one of scale. -
Increase home safety by ensuring access and identification to ownership
Published on January 23, 2013
In emergency situations, first responders need to easily identify location and access points to be able to provide service efficiently. Weather-related conditions particularly snow conditions can make identification difficult. -
Building community relationships: Part 2 – Where to find partners
Published on January 22, 2013
Explore strategic suggestions for identifying and locating potential community partners. -
What’s all this talk about joint planning?
Published on January 21, 2013
Joint planning allows multiple municipalities in Michigan to collectively, more effectively and more efficiently plan for their community’s future. -
Exploring cultural connections and community resiliency in Michigan and New Mexico
Published on January 21, 2013
A project study exchange to Northern New Mexico will helps its participants learn, develop and implement a project; consider being a part of one such project. -
Starting and sustaining school gardens
Published on January 15, 2013
Learn more about a MSU Extension workshop that will help educators and volunteers get ready for spring gardening programs. -
Protect your home and family by following extension cord guidelines
Published on January 14, 2013
Extension cords are a convenient and widely used means for powering holiday lights, tools and appliances but improper use can result in injury and fire hazard. -
Infill housing in Michigan can meet a “back to the city” demand
Published on January 9, 2013
Michigan communities are uniquely positioned to supply needed infill housing as demand shifts to more housing types that compliment walkable neighborhoods. -
Building community relationships: Part 1 – Definitions
Published on January 9, 2013
Explore definitions, discover where organizations and individuals may be in your community, and determine appropriate communication methods and boundaries as you build community relationships. -
Sustainable tourism engages destinations and people in green travel
Published on January 8, 2013
By implementing simple waste reduction and energy-saving strategies, tourism industry businesses can contribute to sustainability.