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Considering regulation of short-term rentals in light of the sharing economy: Part 1
Published on December 22, 2015
Short-term rentals are sometimes perceived as nuisances in neighborhoods, but the emergence of the sharing economy suggests communities may want to offer something for everyone in terms of lodging experiences for visitors of all kinds. -
A history of wetlands in Michigan: Part 1
Published on December 22, 2015
How we came to better understand and appreciate one of the world’s most productive ecosystems. -
So what is plea bargaining?
Published on December 22, 2015
One step in the process of a trial. -
Michigan Sea Grant Extension names Elliot Nelson to new position in the eastern Upper Peninsula
Published on December 21, 2015
Elliot Nelson, an Upper Peninsula native, has been chosen to fill a new Michigan Sea Grant Extension educator position in the eastern U.P. He will begin his new position in May 2016. -
Paris climate agreement
Published on December 21, 2015
Adoption of a historic accord is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions impacting the planet. -
Greenhouse gases: Their impact on climate change
Published on December 21, 2015
Many scientists are predicting the Earth is heading toward a global warming danger zone and humans are responsible for most of it by upsetting the balance in the natural ecosystem. -
Regulating keyhole development
Published on December 21, 2015
Riparian lots that grant keyhole access to others may create impacts that threaten health, safety, and welfare. Local governments have the legal basis to regulate such activities. -
Are you hosting effective meetings? Part 2
Published on December 16, 2015
Establish meeting follow-up is just as important and stating its purpose. -
Choices, decisions and information overload, oh my! Part 5
Published on December 16, 2015
Qualities of critical thinking. -
Choices, decisions and information overload, oh my! Part 4
Published on December 16, 2015
Evaluating our critical thinking process.