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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.
Awareness of equitable climate resiliency in underserved communities

Published on July 28, 2023
As the need for climate resiliency continues to increase there is a need to acknowledge the disparities and inequities that underserved communities face.
Green stormwater infrastructure: Building sustainable and resilient communities

Published on July 28, 2023
Green stormwater infrastructure practices can protect waterways by reducing pollutants.
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.
Reduce, recycle and reuse to decrease climate change

Published on June 14, 2023
More energy conservation could affect the occurrence of major storms and hurricanes.
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.
Initiative launches to strengthen small-town, rural tourism in Roscommon County, Michigan

Published on May 8, 2023
Roscommon Economic Development Corporation and Michigan State University Extension forge partnership to strengthen rural, small-town tourism.
Michigan Clean Boats, Clean Waters Program awards $31,000 to stop the spread of aquatic invasive species

Published on May 8, 2023
Thirteen projects receive grant funding to educate boaters and anglers on the importance of cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment to protect lakes and rivers.
Zoning petitions: What are citizens’ options?

Published on April 19, 2023
Zoning ordinances or zoning amendments are approved by local bodies of elected officials; however, citizens of municipalities in Michigan can submit petitions to challenge new zoning laws.