Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s latest budget plan could boost funding for rural communities—including new programs to support farmers.
A recent report from the state Office of Rural Prosperity identifies the biggest challenges facing rural Michiganders this year.
Michigan is at the center of an electric vehicle revolution. Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s administration wants to ensure every community—and worker—is ready.
Millions of dollars in state funds are helping Michigan towns build more affordable housing—and the investments could help rural communities more than most.
Farmers want more testing for PFAS on agricultural land, as well as federal resources to ensure their livelihoods are protected.
Nearly $4 million will be used to upgrade the internet service of 56 people in Chippewa County. The Tribe of Chippewa Indians will also participate in the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) Lifeline and Affordable Connectivity Program in order to get improved internet access as well.
While certain federal benefits won’t be impacted, a government shutdown would affect a number of other benefits that rural communities rely on, such as food and housing assistance.
A new report outlines rural policy recommendations focused on four major tenets: protecting people’s freedom to live and work safely; investing in infrastructure; reining in corporate greed and protecting workers, small businesses, and family farmers; and creating opportunities for a better future.
Participants of the 2023 Rural Policy Action Summit spoke about how to expand resources for those in rural communities, among other topics.
