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Grandma’s Noodles
Every family has their unique traditions that make holidays special, and one in the Coon family is Grandma’s noodles. As a youngster, I learned very early that a holiday dinner that included my maternal grandmother would be highlighted by a … Continue reading
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Using social media to guide community conversations
by Dave Ivan, Greening Michigan Institute During Fall Extension Conference, we shared with you an exciting initiative involving Michigan State University Extension, the Land Policy Institute (LPI), the College of Communication Arts & Sciences and the state Department of Energy, … Continue reading
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Fall Extension Conference takes place next week
Four days and counting … are you ready for the first ever virtual FEC? I think I am ready and I know I am excited. The FEC 2010 website will be your key navigation tool for the conference, just as … Continue reading
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Investing in science/securing our future
In light of the recent oil spill that originated near Marshall, Mich., and other incidents, Connie Costner suggested I share this opportunity from MiTTNett. The webinar, Responding to Catastrophic Events, can help residents recover from oil spills, wild fires, floods, … Continue reading
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When partners receive awards, it makes us look good, too
The Onekama Community Master Plan is one of many planning efforts that has taken place over the past few years in Manistee County. This joint effort between Onekama Township and the Village of Onekama was designed to foster economic development. … Continue reading
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MSUE receives grant from USDA to assist new farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded $138,524 in funding for Michigan State University Extension to prepare aspiring farmers and ranchers to begin their own farm operations. The New FARM (Farm Assistance and Resource Management) program will help beginning farmers in … Continue reading
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MSU Extension staff share resources at Sandbox Party Convention
Approximately 6,000 early childhood advocates that included families, candidates and policymakers packed Michigan State University’s Breslin Center Aug. 26 for an exciting, noisy, event-filled day of celebration and education – the Sandbox Party Convention. Children’s advocates across the state have … Continue reading
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Eileen Haraminac – one great supervisor!
The morning of October 5 held a few surprises in store for Eileen Haraminac, Health & Nutrition Extension educator. She helped to organize an all-staff meeting for everyone in the Macomb County office, and even arranged to recognize two colleagues … Continue reading
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Get engaged with FEC10 NOW!
One thing about a virtual conference is that you don’t have to wait for the conference to get engaged. The 2010 MSU Extension Fall Conference (FEC10) officially runs Oct. 18–22, but if you are at all active on social media, … Continue reading
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Promote the Making It in Michigan conference in your community
The fourth annual Making It in Michigan conference takes place Oct. 26 at the Lansing Center. The conference, hosted by the Michigan State University Product Center aims at helping entrepreneurs, producers, buyers and processors in food and agricultural businesses to … Continue reading
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