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Being a 4-H club officer: President

Published on December 11, 2017
Learn the role of being a 4-H club president and how a leader can provide support and encouragement.
Introverts can network, too!

Published on December 11, 2017
Tips for introverts to find success and improve their networking skills.
New guide connects local government decision-making and community health, safety and welfare

Published on December 11, 2017
Local policy, budgeting, infrastructure and partnership decisions affect immediate and future community health and individual wellness.
Networking at 4-H events

Published on December 8, 2017
Learning how to network and meet new people is a valuable skill for young people. These skills can be practiced at 4-H events around the state and nationally.
Communication maze: Take two

Published on December 8, 2017
This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is not limited or if there is a small group.
True 4-H science teen leaders: Mason County

Published on December 8, 2017
Mason County has a true 4-H Tech Wizard science teen leader in Ethan Funke.
Why are some elections non-partisan?

Published on December 1, 2017
Some cities' elections in Michigan are partisan while others are nonpartisan.
Does your Planning Commission prepare its annual report?

Published on December 1, 2017
The Michigan Planning Enabling Act requires Planning Commissions to prepare an annual report to their legislative body that is often overlooked or ignored, but is an important part of a properly functioning local government.
True 4-H science teen leaders: Alger County

Published on November 30, 2017
Alger County has a true 4-H science teen leader in robotics and engineering.
Organizational term limits

Published on November 29, 2017
Benefits and drawbacks to term limits for volunteer roles.