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Prosperity comes from a focus on people, policy and place on a regional scale, part 5

Published on April 10, 2025
It takes a region to provide the places, variety, resources and attributes to attract people; economic development also needs to be coordinated among state, regional, educational, local government and private sectors.
People count: Population growth leads to basic economic growth, part 3

Published on April 10, 2025
Population growth is economic growth, which makes taking steps to attract people to move to a community an important strategy.
First time visitor perspectives still in high demand for Michigan communities

Published on February 19, 2025
Demand for MSU Extension’s First Impressions Tourism assessment program reaches pre-pandemic levels by assisting five communities in understanding assets and unique qualities through first time visitor experiences and perspectives.
Lapeer to host state-wide MSU Extension conference focused on supporting entrepreneurs

Published on February 19, 2025
MSU Extension will bring communities together to share best practices for entrepreneurial support on May 29-30, 2025.
Registration now open for Governing Essentials webinar series

Published on January 16, 2025
The Governing Essentials Series is designed for local elected and appointed officials looking to sharpen their skills and promote good governance practices.