A day of local governance issues discussed by experts and officials. Subjects include regional prosperity zones, cottage food laws, grant writing and administration, and more. Cost: $20 before 10/14 or $35 after 10/14. More information: 231-882-0035 or 231-882-0558; ksparks [at] benzieco [dot] net or mcutler [at] benzieco [dot] net.