LANSING, MICH – The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA), a statewide association with a mission to advance farmers markets to create a thriving marketplace for local food and farm products, is hosting Farmers Market at the Capitol event on Thursday, August 18 from 9 AM to 2 PM with an additional market on September 29.
Chris Holman welcomes Priscilla Archangel Ph.D., President, Archangel & Associates, Plymouth, MI.
The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) has received multiple reports of scam imposters going door-to-door falsely claiming to be an official BWL contractor selling solar panels. The scammers are identifying themselves with BWL, including wearing BWL logos on a vest and carrying fake BWL badges.
“This matter is being thoroughly investigated internally, and we want to ensure no one falls victim to their trap,” said BWL General Manager Dick Peffley.
The Senate's passing of the Inflation Reduction Act was a significant item in the news this week, with the proposed EV tax credits being a focus for the auto industry. There were also some interesting developments in the sustainability space as efforts continue on various fronts. Lastly, we review noteworthy news from last week's 57th Annual CAR Management Briefing Seminars (MBS) in Traverse City, MI.
Michigan Women Forward is sharing an exciting funding opportunity with the entrepreneurs of Michigan. MWF are announcing their 53 Voices Challenge, which is a pitch competition for women to win up to $7,500 and receive technical assistance training.
The Lansing Board of Water & Light will host its 13th annual Hometown Power 5K tomorrow, Saturday, August 13 at 9 am. Proceeds for the event will benefit the McLaren Greater Lansing Healthcare Foundation.
The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) opened a 100-year-old time capsule from the former “Municipal Power Plant Moores Park Station,” later renamed Eckert Power Station, on the 100-year anniversary of the cornerstone of the plant being laid Friday, August 5 at 11:30 am.
August 7 through 13
Michigan Farmers Market Association and markets statewide celebrate the essential role that farmers market organizations play throughout Michigan
EAST LANSING, Mich — The Michigan Farmers Market Association (MIFMA) kicks off National Farmers Market Week from August 7 through 13, 2022 with farmers markets across the state and country. Many of Michigan’s farmers markets will be hosting special events, activities, and more to celebrate farmers and vendors, and express appreciation for volunteers and shoppers.
