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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. -
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. -
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. -
Making It In Michigan Conference and Trade Show returned to in-person format for 2023
Published on April 21, 2023
MSU Product Center hosted the 14th annual conference on April 20, 2023, at the Lansing Center. -
Hummus Goodness recognized with MSU Product Center’s 2023 Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Published on April 20, 2023
Hummus Goodness, a Michigan-based, certified women-owned company crafts delicious hummus products for consumers interested in quality ingredients and are tired of the same boring flavors. -
Last Mile Café in Grand Rapids, Michigan recognized with the 2023 Young Innovator Award from the MSU Product Center
Published on April 20, 2023
This award honors the company for its innovation in charitable giving and commitment to sustainability. -
MSU Product Center recognizes USDA Rural Development Michigan director of business programs at Making It In Michigan event
Published on April 20, 2023
Bobbie Morrison was presented with the 2023 Director’s Award for her critical support of Michigan businesses, entrepreneurs, and communities. -
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.