2024 | Bruce Beach Cottagers' Canada

Study finds one of Michigan’s healthiest forests in Grand Rapids

Mon, 2026-07-20 09:20

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Surrounded by busy roads, neighborhoods and businesses, Ken-O-Sha Park doesn’t look like one of Michigan’s most valuable forests. But a new study found the 100-acre park in Grand Rapids is home to one of the state’s highest-quality remaining forests.

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One-time funding won’t fix financial strain for Michigan’s Fisheries Division

Fri, 2026-07-17 08:30

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By Anna Barnes Officials from Michigan's Fisheries division say further cutbacks on staffing and fish stocking are likely as the costs of operations rise.

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Going to the beach? Check the water quality

Tue, 2026-07-14 12:07

Great Lakes Echo

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.