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Alcona County Extension
320 S. State st.
Harrisville, Michigan
48740-0800
United States

Email Address: msue01@msu.edu
Phone: 989-724-6478
Fax: 989-724-5272
 
Alcona County Extension Office

 

Alcona MSU Extension
320 South State St
Harrisville, MI 48740

Office Hours:
Tuesday
 and Thursday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Or by appointment

Phone: (989) 724-6478
Fax: (989) 724-5272

Welcome to the Alcona County MSU Extension office!  We are located 1/4 mi south of the light on US 23 just before Northland Area Credit Union.

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Michigan Prosperity Initiative Detach

The Michigan Prosperity Initiative (MPI) is an innovative effort by Michigan State University, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Energy, Labor & Economic Growth, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, the Michigan Association of Regions, the Michigan Municipal League, the Michigan Townships Association, the Michigan Association of Planning and Michigan State University Extension to help return economic prosperity to the state. The MSU Land Policy Institute (LPI) is leading this effort.

The MPI will provide the state of Michigan and its citizens with strategies based on MSU and other university and think-tank research that have the potential to return the state to a place among the most prosperous places in the world. From mid-April to mid-June, 100 training programs will be offered across the state by LPI and MSUE educators in over 50 locations. Three separate training programs are being offered:

  • New Economy 101 will describe how Michigan's present economic circumstances developed, and emphasize that because Michigan has many assets there is good reason to be hopeful about our economic future.
  • New Economy 201 will focus on a simple common vision and basic goals for prosperity; it will describe in detail Michigan's critical assets and then identify place-based strategies to help us create new prosperity on a regional basis.
  • New Economy 301 will address detailed economic analyses that can be performed to help inform regional strategic growth plans and the key strategies necessary to implement those plans.

The first program is intended for all audiences. The second and third programs are intended for stakeholders, economic development professionals and those people that attended the first program and desire more information.For more information visit : www.landpolicy.msu.edu/MPI.

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District Sea Grant
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photos

 

The new Alcona County Platbook is on sale at the MSU Extension Office for $26 (+$3 if shipped.)  The 2010 book features cover art by Brian Barger of Harrisville as well as smaller photos contributed photos by Robert Milligan of Lincoln. 

The platbook is also for sale at the following other locations:

Alpena MSU Extension, Glennie ACE Hardware, Roger's Food Pride, Barton City General Store, Lincoln Outdoor Center, Lincoln Pharmacy,  Hubbard Lake General Store, Haglunds All-Outdoors and the Alcona County Register of Deeds office.  Retail prices may vary.

 

   

                                                                                                           

 

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Highlights Detach

 

   Do you know your numbers?

 

The MSU Extension “I Know MI Numbers” (pronounced: “I know my numbers”) initiative is intended to inspire Michigan residents to actively engage in understanding what “numbers” translate into healthier living, a cleaner environment, educational achievement, good local government, and ultimately, a prosperous Michigan. The final goal is a state that is thriving and successful.

 

Watch the video here.

 

Read the announcement here.
 

 

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Alcona County Staff Detach

Bonnie Wichtner-Zoia  Community and Economic Development Educator (View Bonnie's Profile)

Brandon Schroeder  District Sea Grant Educator  (View Brandon's Profile)

Les Thomas, 4-H Program Instructor  (View Les' Profile)

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Local Online Resources Detach

Downloadable Reports

Family Economics and Consumerism Resource Update

Here are two bulletins on how to collect a soil sample:

E-0498     E-0498S

 

 

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Alcona County Partner Reports Detach
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Alcona MSUE Links
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Curtis Twp. News for MSUE
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Area of Expertise Teams
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Gardening Resources Detach

For the best local information check with your local MSU Extension office, listed by county in the directory.

Gardening in Michigan
Developed by MSU Consumer Horticulture Team with MSU IPM Program

 Master Gardener
The Michigan Master Gardener Program is a horticulture education and volunteer leader training program offered by Michigan State University Extension. 

Ornamental Plants Plus
MSU Extension full text database on cultivars, diseases, and pests, management and planting. Very comprehensive. 

MSU Diagnostic Center
From the Diagnostic Center, information on the kinds of tests they run, how to take them, and the costs.

MSU Gardens
Links to many of the gardens, some with virtual tours. You will need to scroll down to see the listing.

MSU Extension Bookstore
Many bulletins on gardening topics, some online.

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