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Entrepreneurs: Get your degree with free in-district tuition at Michigan community colleges

Published on January 22, 2024
The Michigan Reconnect program offers free tuition for Michigan residents ages 21 and over who have not yet earned a degree.
First Impressions Tourism assessment assists communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives

Published on January 19, 2024
Three communities find outside visitors’ perspectives beneficial to strengthening their rural tourism economies and development efforts.
The 2024 Michigan Chinook Cup has been awarded

Published on January 17, 2024
Michigan hop farms are recognized for excellence at the 2024 Michigan Great Beer State Conference and Trade Show.
Farm business management course for farmers of color registration now open

Published on January 12, 2024
Learning series to support more farmers of color with education on the importance and process of keeping good financial records and understanding historical inequities in agriculture and financial systems.
Vegetable ‘Ag Ideas’ will focus on pillars of production for 2024

Published on January 4, 2024
Join the Michigan State University Extension vegetable team on a webinar series dedicated to key production factors affecting vegetables.
Wayne County Extension Master Gardeners cultivate community growth

Published on December 21, 2023
Wayne County Extension Master Gardeners contribute over 10,000 hours of volunteer service in 2023.
SARE video series highlights farmer-led sustainable agriculture projects

Published on December 21, 2023
Check out all 18 North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Farming Matters videos.
MSU Extension adds virtual options and survey to ongoing listening session efforts

Published on December 19, 2023
Building on the success of previous listening sessions, MSU Extension is offering additional virtual opportunities for the public to give feedback.
Zoning related to adult foster care (AFC) homes

Published on December 15, 2023
Zoning for adult foster care facilities requires a detailed review of state residential facility licensing types, similar dwelling types, density, and zoning districts.
Michigan coastal community recognizes MSU Extension program as a catalyst for community and economic development

Published on November 14, 2023
Four years after the City of St. Clair participated in the First Impressions Tourism (FIT) Program through MSU Extension, community leaders recognized the project as catalyst for “Freighter Walk” success.
The Open Meetings Act and remote participation in public meetings

Published on November 9, 2023
What does Michigan’s Open Meetings Act say about remote participation in public meetings?
Three food businesses win $20K at Start Garden Demo Day

Published on October 5, 2023
The annual event held in Grand Rapids, Michigan took place on September 20, 2023.
Join the 2024 MSU Organic Farmer Training Program in Detroit or East Lansing

Published on October 3, 2023
Create a plan for your farm, educational garden or homestead.
Zoning and police power ordinances are not the same, and should not be mixed together

Published on September 15, 2023
There are three types of ordinances local government might adopt. Important to focus on the difference between police power ordinances and zoning ordinances.
Overlay zoning districts can be a valuable tool

Published on September 15, 2023
Overlay zoning districts is a valid tool in some conditions. But be careful not to overuse it when more traditional zoning techniques can do the job.