Rising costs complicate Michigan roadwork projects

Rising costs complicate Michigan roadwork projects
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov  Industry leaders say rising costs, inflation and global instability could continue putting pressure on transportation projects. Major construction plans remain on schedule.
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov  Industry leaders say rising costs, inflation and global instability could continue putting pressure on transportation projects. Major construction plans remain on schedule.
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Rising costs complicate Michigan roadwork projects

Rolling into reality

Rolling into reality
The Kincardine Independent
All Wheel Skate Park to open this summer (By Liz Small) Construction of the long-awaited Kincardine Lions All Wheel Skate Park is well underway. Members representing the Lions, the Kincardine … Continue reading Rolling into reality →
All Wheel Skate Park to open this summer (By Liz Small) Construction of the long-awaited Kincardine Lions All Wheel Skate Park is well underway. Members representing the Lions, the Kincardine … Continue reading Rolling into reality →
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Rolling into reality

All Wheel Park construction underway in Kincardine

All Wheel Park construction underway in Kincardine
Kincardine News
Construction of Kincardine’s new All Wheel Park has officially begun. The recreational space is part of a long-term plan the Kincardine and District Lions Club originally presented to council in 2011, which included repurposing the existing skate park and constructing the new 7,000 square foot recreational space designed for “all wheels,” including scooters, skates, bicycles, […]
Construction of Kincardine’s new All Wheel Park has officially begun. The recreational space is part of a long-term plan the Kincardine and District Lions Club originally presented to council in 2011, which included repurposing the existing skate park and constructing the new 7,000 square foot recreational space designed for “all wheels,” including scooters, skates, bicycles, […]
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All Wheel Park construction underway in Kincardine

Public hearing set as Enbridge seeks renewed wastewater permit needed for Line 5 tunnel

Public hearing set as Enbridge seeks renewed wastewater permit needed for Line 5 tunnel
Great Lakes Commission
Michigan environmental regulators on Tuesday announced they are seeking input on a request to reissue one of the permits needed to move forward with construction on the controversial Line 5 […]
Michigan environmental regulators on Tuesday announced they are seeking input on a request to reissue one of the permits needed to move forward with construction on the controversial Line 5 […]
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World Cup 2026 brings sustainability promises and environmental concerns

World Cup 2026 brings sustainability promises and environmental concerns
Great Lakes Echo
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, cities across North America are preparing for an influx of fans, matches and global attention - including Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) in Canada. Along with the excitement comes growing concern about the tournament’s environmental impact.
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, cities across North America are preparing for an influx of fans, matches and global attention - including Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) in Canada. Along with the excitement comes growing concern about the tournament’s environmental impact.
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World Cup 2026 brings sustainability promises and environmental concerns

First Nations push back on fast-tracking Bruce Power project

First Nations push back on fast-tracking Bruce Power project
The London Free Press
Leaders say future generations will bear risks of rushed process.
Leaders say future generations will bear risks of rushed process.
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First Nations push back on fast-tracking Bruce Power project

More Michigan schools move toward EV buses

More Michigan schools move toward EV buses
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan is accelerating its transition to electric school buses, with dozens of districts adding new vehicles through a state-funded program aimed at replacing older diesel fleets.
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan is accelerating its transition to electric school buses, with dozens of districts adding new vehicles through a state-funded program aimed at replacing older diesel fleets.
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More Michigan schools move toward EV buses

Fish tumors an indicator of ecological health, study says

Fish tumors an indicator of ecological health, study says
Great Lakes Echo
By Samantha Ku Skin and liver tumors in fish may provide clues to ecosystem health in the Great Lakes region, according to a recent study in the journal Ecotoxicology.
By Samantha Ku Skin and liver tumors in fish may provide clues to ecosystem health in the Great Lakes region, according to a recent study in the journal Ecotoxicology.
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Fish tumors an indicator of ecological health, study says

Rooted in community, farmers markets continue to grow

Rooted in community, farmers markets continue to grow
Great Lakes Echo
By Lily Cole Nationally, farmers markets are growing rapidly. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported 2,863 markets in 2000, with that number rising to more than 8,700 in 2025. In Michigan alone, more than 200 markets offer amenities for patrons, including fresh produce and special events.
By Lily Cole Nationally, farmers markets are growing rapidly. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported 2,863 markets in 2000, with that number rising to more than 8,700 in 2025. In Michigan alone, more than 200 markets offer amenities for patrons, including fresh produce and special events.
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Rooted in community, farmers markets continue to grow

Northern Michigan Lakeshore closes to foot traffic the first two weeks in May for construction

Northern Michigan Lakeshore closes to foot traffic the first two weeks in May for construction
Great Lakes Commission
A major sewer project has closed the entire Petoskey State Park in northern Michigan for months. The current phase of construction is now closing the park’s stretch of Lake Michigan […]
A major sewer project has closed the entire Petoskey State Park in northern Michigan for months. The current phase of construction is now closing the park’s stretch of Lake Michigan […]
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Volkswagen cuts U.S. EV work as St. Thomas battery plant construction surges ahead

Volkswagen cuts U.S. EV work as St. Thomas battery plant construction surges ahead
The London Free Press
The PowerCo electric vehicle battery plant in St. Thomas has lost a critical customer, a year from an expected start to production.
The PowerCo electric vehicle battery plant in St. Thomas has lost a critical customer, a year from an expected start to production.
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Volkswagen cuts U.S. EV work as St. Thomas battery plant construction surges ah…

Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat

Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat
Great Lakes Echo
By Samantha Ku A newly restored reef at Channel Island in Saginaw Bay is intended to support native fish spawning and increase their numbers, ensuring the sustainability of local fisheries. Construction to restore the nearshore fish spawning reef ended last October.
By Samantha Ku A newly restored reef at Channel Island in Saginaw Bay is intended to support native fish spawning and increase their numbers, ensuring the sustainability of local fisheries. Construction to restore the nearshore fish spawning reef ended last October.
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Lake Huron artificial reef restores fish spawning habitat
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