News
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Urban farming is producing food and future leaders in Flint
Published on June 11, 2012
Tour urban farming in Flint and discover that it’s is not only growing food – it’s growing the community! -
Devastating wildfires sweep across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Published on June 5, 2012
Homeowners need to adopt Firewise practices to help protect their structures in the face of these wildfire events. -
Repurpose project builds on the Ford Family legacy in Detroit
Published on June 5, 2012
The Saint Martha’s Episcopal Church in Detroit is being repurposed by a group of community-based organizations led by the Cody Action Alliance, Presbyterian Villages of Michigan and Canterbury on the Lake. -
Community input will benefit and focus “placemaking” efforts
Published on June 5, 2012
Success with community placemaking efforts includes several key considerations. -
Update your community’s Capital Improvement Program
Published on June 5, 2012
Planning commissions should annually prepare a capital improvements program of public structures and improvements. -
Active involvement in the community makes a difference
Published on June 5, 2012
There are many opportunities to become involved in your community. Channel your active energy to make a positive difference! -
If you build it they will come - restoring wildlife habitat in the St. Clair River Area of Concern
Published on May 23, 2012
Cleaning up pollution and restoring the Great Lakes is not an easy or quick process. Progress is being made in the St. Clair River Area of Concern thanks to the hard work of many individuals, local groups and state and federal agencies. -
Regional food system development bolstered by new university research, outreach initiative
Published on May 22, 2012
There are few things more universal than the need to eat. Where communities get their food, how it is produced, and how people access it are among the issues that a new Michigan State University initiative will address. -
Michigan Act 102 amends open burning laws
Published on May 17, 2012
This act amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (PA 451 of 1994) to protect the state’s environment and natural resources by increasing control of air pollution and compliance with the clean air act. -
Michigan law now allows the use of consumer-grade fireworks
Published on May 17, 2012
A new Michigan fireworks safety act was signed into effect January 1, 2012; explore the law in order to understand its regulations and to ensure your safety.