News

Building strong connections between tribal nations and county government: Part 3 – Improve relations

Published on December 24, 2014
County commissioners from 18 northern Michigan counties learn about Michigan tribal sovereignty, history and cooperative efforts with counties.
Considerations when cooking venison

Published on December 23, 2014
Properly store and cook venison to maximize eating experience.
New wine hybrid grape vineyard establishment cost resource published

Published on December 23, 2014
The first-ever Cost of Establishment and Production of Hybrid Grapes has been developed based on 2013 industry values.
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s a “flash” retail operation

Published on December 9, 2014
Empty store fronts detract from the vibrancy of any community. Creative solutions can include sharing space and talents in an efficacious manner.
Be a tourist in your own community

Published on December 9, 2014
Yearly event promotes tourism and economic development in Alcona County.
Charter fishing draws tourists to Saugatuck

Published on December 5, 2014
Lake Michigan charter fishing is a big attraction in the small community of Saugatuck, but changes to the lake’s ecosystem make for an uncertain future.
Bioneers: Not your average conference!

Published on November 6, 2014
25th year celebration draws educators, activists, concerned citizens and communities from all over, but is still faced with challenges like the rest of them!
Technology and tourism

Published on October 29, 2014
How prepared are we for the international visitor?
Startup Weekend successes support green business development

Published on October 29, 2014
A second installment of the successful Startup Weekend: Maker Edition
Cold hardy grape wines: They tried it, and liked it!

Published on September 11, 2014
Research surveys of Michigan tasting room visitors and Midwestern wine drinkers indicate low awareness and positive acceptance of cold hardy grape varietals.