How Downriver Detroit’s working communities fought for their region’s environment

How Downriver Detroit’s working communities fought for their region’s environment
Great Lakes Echo
By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva Downriver Detroit developed during the 20th century as an industrial region, but it was never just an industrial space. Alongside factories and working-class neighborhoods, there were wetlands, waterfront areas, nature preserves, farms and residential communities with different types of environments that shaped the region. This relationship lies at
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These Great Lakes sailors will take on one of the world’s most prestigious yacht races

These Great Lakes sailors will take on one of the world’s most prestigious yacht races
Great Lakes Commission
Two sailors with Great Lakes roots are preparing to compete in the prestigious Admiral’s Cup, an elite international yacht racing competition returning in 2026 after a long hiatus. The pair, […]
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As walleye run continues, here are the rules Detroit River, Lake St. Clair & more

As walleye run continues, here are the rules Detroit River, Lake St. Clair & more
Great Lakes Commission
Walleye season is in full swing across metro Detroit, with anglers taking to the waters along eastern Michigan to fish. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has limits for all […]
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Coast Guard auxiliary recruiting volunteers for Great Lakes water rescues

Coast Guard auxiliary recruiting volunteers for Great Lakes water rescues
Great Lakes Commission
The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary has launched a recruitment campaign for volunteer search and rescue crew members. The unit provides marine search and rescue support across Lakes Erie and St. […]
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Great Lakes states and provinces to host seventh annual Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz

Great Lakes Commission

Ann Arbor, Michigan – Organizations across the region will come together to educate the public about aquatic invasive species (AIS) during the seventh annual Great

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