News

It’s the little things that add up

Published on August 3, 2015
Eliminating minor excesses can reap large savings.
Teens as teachers

Published on July 31, 2015
Leadership roles for teens include teaching younger youth, which builds skills for teens and youth.
Leadership development on a road trip

Published on July 31, 2015
Tips for helping youth learn important skills on your next family vacation.
Youth can get involved with local government

Published on July 30, 2015
High schools students are changing the world, starting with county government.
Gross pay versus net pay: Do you know the difference?

Published on July 29, 2015
Learn the difference between gross pay and net pay and how that affects your budget.
Cash-in on the local food movement

Published on July 27, 2015
Studies show that tourists want to sample locally grown food.
Making retirement a reality series: Part four

Published on July 27, 2015
What should women know about retirement?
Three simple brainstorming tools

Published on July 27, 2015
Divergent thinking is the first step toward developing a plan.
Port Huron Paddle & Pour expands to two-day festival

Published on July 24, 2015
Michigan’s first National Water Trail gets approval for a two-day event.
Tips to consider when re-entering the housing market as a boomerang buyer

Published on July 24, 2015
Why it’s time to consider returning to homeownership after foreclosure.
Parks are important resources for public health

Published on July 22, 2015
Seven elements for a “complete park.”
Steel, Glass, and/or Plastic Bottles: What is the best choice?

Published on July 22, 2015
How to determine the best choice for drinking bottles.
Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report – July 22, 2015

Published on July 22, 2015
Updates about urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoop houses and market gardens in the Flint area.
Recreational paddle sports on the rise in Michigan

Published on July 22, 2015
A recent Michigan Radio broadcast speculated on what might be driving this renewed interest in paddling Michigan’s waterways. This article offers more reasons to get out there and paddle.
Planning is key to eating healthy on a budget

Published on July 21, 2015
Planning healthy meals and snacks can help stretch your food dollars.