EGLE report on Great Lakes highlights accomplishments and challenges managing Michigan’s waters

EGLE report on Great Lakes highlights accomplishments and challenges managing Michigan’s waters
Great Lakes Commission
Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has released the annual State of the Great Lakes Report. The report covers environmental cleanup, waterfront restoration, invasive species, groundwater management, and […]
Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has released the annual State of the Great Lakes Report. The report covers environmental cleanup, waterfront restoration, invasive species, groundwater management, and […]
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From otters to butterflies: How Minnesota became a pioneer in nongame wildlife conservation

From otters to butterflies: How Minnesota became a pioneer in nongame wildlife conservation
Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva

In the late 1970s, when most wildlife conservation programs in the United States focused almost exclusively on game species, a quiet but historic shift began in Minnesota. It was here that one of the nation’s first state programs dedicated to protecting so-called nongame wildlife emerged from butterflies and bats to bald eagles and river otters. That story is now told in detail by Carrol Henderson in his new book, “A National Legacy: Fifty Years of Nongame Wildlife Conservation in Minnesota."

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By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva

In the late 1970s, when most wildlife conservation programs in the United States focused almost exclusively on game species, a quiet but historic shift began in Minnesota. It was here that one of the nation’s first state programs dedicated to protecting so-called nongame wildlife emerged from butterflies and bats to bald eagles and river otters. That story is now told in detail by Carrol Henderson in his new book, “A National Legacy: Fifty Years of Nongame Wildlife Conservation in Minnesota."

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DNR stocks 640,000 fish in fall. Where they ended up in 2025

DNR stocks 640,000 fish in fall. Where they ended up in 2025
Great Lakes Commission
This past fall, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked more than 600,000 fish across Michigan while wrapping up 2025 operations that put more than 19 million fingerlings in state […]
This past fall, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked more than 600,000 fish across Michigan while wrapping up 2025 operations that put more than 19 million fingerlings in state […]
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DNR stocks 640,000 fish in fall. Where they ended up in 2025

Southwestern Ontario hospitals warn of longer ER waits amid flu surge

Southwestern Ontario hospitals warn of longer ER waits amid flu surge
The London Free Press
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital and Woodstock Hospital have warned of longer-than-normal emergency department wait times.
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital and Woodstock Hospital have warned of longer-than-normal emergency department wait times.
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Southwestern Ontario hospitals warn of longer ER waits amid flu surge

$200K opens for Great Lakes projects

$200K opens for Great Lakes projects
Great Lakes Commission
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and New York Sea Grant announced $200,000 in funding to support work that follows New York’s Great Lakes Action Agenda, with a […]
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and New York Sea Grant announced $200,000 in funding to support work that follows New York’s Great Lakes Action Agenda, with a […]
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$200K opens for Great Lakes projects

Wisconsin DNR releases 2026 sturgeon spearing regulations

Wisconsin DNR releases 2026 sturgeon spearing regulations
Great Lakes Commission
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released the 2026 sturgeon spearing regulations, outlining season dates, harvest caps, and licensing requirements. The sturgeon spearing season will open February 14 and […]
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has released the 2026 sturgeon spearing regulations, outlining season dates, harvest caps, and licensing requirements. The sturgeon spearing season will open February 14 and […]
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Wisconsin DNR releases 2026 sturgeon spearing regulations

Wisconsin DNR discusses safety tips and where to get gear ahead of winter free fishing weekend

Wisconsin DNR discusses safety tips and where to get gear ahead of winter free fishing weekend
Great Lakes Commission
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host its free fishing this weekend on Saturday and Sunday,  allowing anglers to fish without needing a license. Read the full story by […]
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources will host its free fishing this weekend on Saturday and Sunday,  allowing anglers to fish without needing a license. Read the full story by […]
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Ripley’s annual winter carnival returns Family Day weekend

Ripley’s annual winter carnival returns Family Day weekend
The Lucknow Sentinel
The event features sleigh rides, lots of hockey, and a pancake breakfast.
The event features sleigh rides, lots of hockey, and a pancake breakfast.
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Ripley’s annual winter carnival returns Family Day weekend

648,000 fall fingerlings stocked in Michigan waters

648,000 fall fingerlings stocked in Michigan waters
Great Lakes Commission
This past fall, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked almost 650,000 fish at seven locations across Michigan that will provide angling opportunities in seasons to come. Read the full […]
This past fall, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources stocked almost 650,000 fish at seven locations across Michigan that will provide angling opportunities in seasons to come. Read the full […]
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648,000 fall fingerlings stocked in Michigan waters

DEC identifies red substance that spilled into Genesee River in downtown Rochester

DEC identifies red substance that spilled into Genesee River in downtown Rochester
Great Lakes Commission
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation confirmed Friday that a red substance spotted Thursday in the Genesee River in Rochester was diesel fuel. Read the full story by […]
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation confirmed Friday that a red substance spotted Thursday in the Genesee River in Rochester was diesel fuel. Read the full story by […]
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