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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. -
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. -
Michigan Compiled Law may be the preferred way to cite state law
Published on September 15, 2023
There is more than one way to cite state law. There are several reasons to use the MCL citation over the Public Act number. -
Empowering Michigan state and local leaders to address housing affordability and equitable access in their own communities
Published on September 7, 2023
MSU Extension educators quickly and collaboratively responded to pressing housing policy needs and developed an extensive attainable housing program tailored to the varying geographies of urban, suburban, and rural communities in Michigan. -
MSU researchers link auto and dairy industries to explore sustainable climate solutions
Published on August 7, 2023
Renewable electrical energy produced from anaerobic digesters could drive EV charging stations on dairy farms -
Supreme Court ruling on sign regulation has major implications for all local governments
Published on August 3, 2023
The decision means many, if not all, sign regulations in Michigan will need to be reviewed and likely changed if the municipality wants to reduce legal risks. -
Community partnership results in “Shared Abundance”
Published on July 13, 2023
Northwest Lower Michigan has developed into a thriving food system—the book “Shared Abundance” details the community partnerships that made it happen. -
Improvements coming to St. Clair County annual 4-H and Youth Fair
Published on May 16, 2023
MSU Extension tourism educators partner with St. Clair County 4-H Fair Board to pilot First Impressions visitor assessment and capture feedback to drive future developments. -
Village of Cassopolis is FIT for action
Published on May 16, 2023
MSU Extension's First Impressions for Tourism (FIT) assessment program provides communities with valuable feedback that can be turned into action.