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Where can I purchase food for my family?

Published on July 3, 2025
Explore some of the most common places to buy food and learn how to make the most of these shopping experiences, especially when shopping with children.
Build conflict competence with “Communicating Through Conflict” workshops from MSU Extension

Published on June 25, 2025
Gain tools to navigate interpersonal tensions and reduce defensiveness through online training focused on active listening, feedback, and relationship repair.
What is, or is not, a charrette?

Published on April 25, 2025
Charrette is a very specific type of public involvement system for design and planning projects. Do not be fooled by people calling every public participation event a charrette.
Set group goals for growth with MSU Extension: A pathway to team success

Published on January 16, 2025
Get your group on track with a project plan that works!
MSU Extension receives national award for transformational housing policy work

Published on November 22, 2024
The Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities recognized MSU Extension with its 2024 National Extension Diversity Award for their visionary leadership and diversity in educational programming.
Public engagement: How to prepare and select a fitting approach

Published on October 22, 2024
Public engagement helps organizations and local governments draw from and foster community relationships. This article aims to give groups guidance on selecting a fitting engagement strategy and organizing to make the event a success.
Before settling for a public hearing, consider the continuum of public involvement

Published on August 6, 2021
Referring to the continuum of public involvement before the next big community decision will help your local government design the most effective method for engaging the public.
The uncompromising zoning administrator is not a bad person

Published on October 19, 2020
Zoning administrators are sticklers for rules, and may seem uncompromising. They have a job to do, and not doing their job can result in serious personal liability for a zoning administrator.
Decision making in communities

Published on May 5, 2020
How what happens after the decision depends on involvement before the decision.
Remember this when planning for great adult educational programs

Published on May 5, 2020
Focus on simple concepts to make a real difference in adult learning.