Novel tells the story of Indigenous mound builders in the Great Lakes region

Novel tells the story of Indigenous mound builders in the Great Lakes region
Great Lakes Echo
By Joshua Kim “Nokee: The Last of the Great Lakes Mound Builders” follows Nokee, the last member of a mound-building culture, who embarks on a journey to preserve the memory of his ancestors and find an aging shaman.
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Scientists find proof of invader established in Lake Superior

Scientists find proof of invader established in Lake Superior
Great Lakes Echo
By Eric Freedman  Scientists now have evidence that yet another invasive aquatic species -- the bloody red shrimp -- is established in all five Great Lakes.
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Locally made jingle dresses on display at Kincardine public library

Locally made jingle dresses on display at Kincardine public library
Kincardine News
Kincardine’s public library is showcasing dozens of locally made ceremonial jingle dresses. “This display is a meaningful opportunity for the community to learn about and appreciate the art and history of the jingle dress tradition. We are grateful to the Jingle Dress Sewing Circle for sharing these beautiful dresses and
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New book dives into history of ‘phenomenal’ Great Lakes ship architect 

New book dives into history of ‘phenomenal’ Great Lakes ship architect 
Great Lakes Echo
By Lily Cole A new book explores the life of a prolific Midwestern naval architect whose vessels once carried passengers who are still alive today.
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Kincardine teen launching racing analytics app tested at Grand Bend Motorplex

Kincardine teen launching racing analytics app tested at Grand Bend Motorplex
Kincardine News
Designed by 17-year-old Kincardine high school student Shareef Faddah, the RevLine Racing platform uses cell phone GPS to track run times and includes features like performance records, leaderboards, and more.
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Marples: Legacy of Chernobyl disaster still resonates 40 years later

Marples: Legacy of Chernobyl disaster still resonates 40 years later
The London Free Press
The explosion at the nuclear power plant on April 26, 1986, changed the lives of thousands of Soviet citizens
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Investing in greenspaces bring benefits to schools, student well-being

Investing in greenspaces bring benefits to schools, student well-being
Great Lakes Echo
By Samantha Plunkett For residents of Dearborn, Michigan, creating greenspaces in the community has been an important mission for schools and researchers. In a recent study, academics from the University of Michigan-Dearborn partnered with Salina schools to assess their outdoor play spaces.
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