American Patriot cruise visits generate about $63K in economic impact

American Patriot cruise visits generate about $63K in economic impact
Great Lakes Commission
The cruise ships that stopped in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, this summer generated nearly $63,000 in economic impact, according to estimates from the area’s tourism center. Read the full story by the […]
The cruise ships that stopped in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, this summer generated nearly $63,000 in economic impact, according to estimates from the area’s tourism center. Read the full story by the […]
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American Patriot cruise visits generate about $63K in economic impact

Lake St. Clair’s $2.2B impact drives new Great Lakes policy conference

Lake St. Clair’s $2.2B impact drives new Great Lakes policy conference
Great Lakes Commission
In Michigan, the Macomb County Chamber and Macomb County Planning & Economic Development will host the inaugural Great Lakes Policy Conference to bring together groups that often work separately to […]
In Michigan, the Macomb County Chamber and Macomb County Planning & Economic Development will host the inaugural Great Lakes Policy Conference to bring together groups that often work separately to […]
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Lake St. Clair’s $2.2B impact drives new Great Lakes policy conference

Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival becoming ‘The Back Forty Bazaar’

Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival becoming ‘The Back Forty Bazaar’
Kincardine News
The Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival is set to evolve as part of Huron-Kinloss’ Secrets of the Back Forty tourism brand. “Visitors can expect the same welcoming community festival they’ve come to love, with even more opportunities to discover the incredible makers, artisans and food producers that make our local community special,” said Amy […]
The Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival is set to evolve as part of Huron-Kinloss’ Secrets of the Back Forty tourism brand. “Visitors can expect the same welcoming community festival they’ve come to love, with even more opportunities to discover the incredible makers, artisans and food producers that make our local community special,” said Amy […]
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Ripley Food, Art and Craft Festival becoming ‘The Back Forty Bazaar’

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

One-time funding won’t fix financial strain for Michigan’s Fisheries Division
Great Lakes Echo
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. 
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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One-time funding won’t fix financial strain for Michigan’s Fisheries Division

Public asked for input on future of tourism in Kincardine

Public asked for input on future of tourism in Kincardine
Kincardine News
The Municipality of Kincardine (MOK) is inviting residents, visitors, and businesses to help shape the future of tourism by providing input into the development of a new tourism strategy. In partnership with the Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7), the MOK is gathering feedback over the coming months to help identify the priorities of residents, visitors, […]
The Municipality of Kincardine (MOK) is inviting residents, visitors, and businesses to help shape the future of tourism by providing input into the development of a new tourism strategy. In partnership with the Regional Tourism Organization 7 (RTO7), the MOK is gathering feedback over the coming months to help identify the priorities of residents, visitors, […]
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Public asked for input on future of tourism in Kincardine

What’s that smell? Researchers explore new ways to deter sea lamprey

What’s that smell? Researchers explore new ways to deter sea lamprey
Great Lakes Echo
By Elizabeth McGowan Researchers are exploring a new approach to controlling invasive sea lamprey populations: Chemicals that disrupt pheromones rather than lampricide.
By Elizabeth McGowan Researchers are exploring a new approach to controlling invasive sea lamprey populations: Chemicals that disrupt pheromones rather than lampricide.
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What’s that smell? Researchers explore new ways to deter sea lamprey

Clayton, Ogdensburg among stops on American Cruise Lines new Great Lakes Tour

Clayton, Ogdensburg among stops on American Cruise Lines new Great Lakes Tour
Great Lakes Commission
American Cruise Lines has added Clayton and Ogdensburg, New York, as stops on a new nine-day Great Lakes and Thousand Islands cruise launching in 2026. The itinerary will showcase the […]
American Cruise Lines has added Clayton and Ogdensburg, New York, as stops on a new nine-day Great Lakes and Thousand Islands cruise launching in 2026. The itinerary will showcase the […]
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Clayton, Ogdensburg among stops on American Cruise Lines new Great Lakes Tour

Lorteau: Canadian cities slow to act except when FIFA comes to town

Lorteau: Canadian cities slow to act except when FIFA comes to town
The London Free Press
If cities can move quickly for FIFA, they should be able to move quickly and fairly for their residents too
If cities can move quickly for FIFA, they should be able to move quickly and fairly for their residents too
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Lorteau: Canadian cities slow to act except when FIFA comes to town

McDonald: Trade wars, soaring airfares reshape summer travel for Canadians

McDonald: Trade wars, soaring airfares reshape summer travel for Canadians
The London Free Press
Canadians are shying away from going to the United States but their appetite to travel is still strong
Canadians are shying away from going to the United States but their appetite to travel is still strong
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McDonald: Trade wars, soaring airfares reshape summer travel for Canadians

Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help

Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help
Great Lakes Echo
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan’s tourism industry is preparing for another busy season, with strong visitor demand expected across the state. However, industry experts warn that staffing challenges remain a key concern.
By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Michigan’s tourism industry is preparing for another busy season, with strong visitor demand expected across the state. However, industry experts warn that staffing challenges remain a key concern.
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Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help

Varying snowfall’s effect on winter sport conditions in Canada

Varying snowfall’s effect on winter sport conditions in Canada
Great Lakes Echo
By Amelia Fraser When many people think of winter sports and hobbies, snow often comes to mind. But what happens when the snow is no longer around? Climate change studies have shown that as the planet warms, snowfall will decline, leaving skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports at risk of fading into memory.
By Amelia Fraser When many people think of winter sports and hobbies, snow often comes to mind. But what happens when the snow is no longer around? Climate change studies have shown that as the planet warms, snowfall will decline, leaving skiing, snowboarding and other winter sports at risk of fading into memory.
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Varying snowfall’s effect on winter sport conditions in Canada

Up North beach town leans into cultural tourism with $180K storytelling initiative

Up North beach town leans into cultural tourism with $180K storytelling initiative
Great Lakes Commission
The northern Michigan beach town of Ludington is leaning into cultural tourism by highlighting its more than 150 years of history – including museums, lighthouses and lumber baron homes – through a […]
The northern Michigan beach town of Ludington is leaning into cultural tourism by highlighting its more than 150 years of history – including museums, lighthouses and lumber baron homes – through a […]
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Up North beach town leans into cultural tourism with $180K storytelling initiat…
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