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Study finds one of Michigan’s healthiest forests in Grand Rapids

Mon, 2026-07-20 09:20

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Surrounded by busy roads, neighborhoods and businesses, Ken-O-Sha Park doesn’t look like one of Michigan’s most valuable forests. But a new study found the 100-acre park in Grand Rapids is home to one of the state’s highest-quality remaining forests.

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It’s time for ‘corn sweat’ as mid-summer hits

Sat, 2026-07-18 07:13

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By Demonte Thomas During the summer, corn undergoes a process called evapotranspiration, known by many as "corn sweat" to cool itself down. It raises questions about whether the state's vast corn fields are making already hot and humid conditions even more uncomfortable.

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

Fri, 2026-07-17 08:30

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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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Black bass in Great Lakes can live more than 10 years, study finds

Thu, 2026-07-16 07:22

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By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva  A new study based on data from competitive angling events in the Great Lakes found that more than 20% of black bass weighed-in at these events are over 10 years old.

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Going to the beach? Check the water quality

Tue, 2026-07-14 12:07

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By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Nearly half of Great Lakes beachgoers rarely or never check water quality before swimming, according to a new study by researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University.

Invasive elm zigzag sawfly confirmed in Michigan

Mon, 2026-07-13 05:37

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By Anna Barnes The invasive elm zigzag sawfly has been confirmed in Michigan for the first time.

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

Sun, 2026-07-12 07:38

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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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Protect yourself: Why ticks are spreading in the Great Lakes region

Sat, 2026-07-11 06:41

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By Julia Roeder Researchers say ticks are spreading to communities across the Midwest and show no signs of slowing down.

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New female falcon takes up residence in MSU nest box, but no eggs are laid

Fri, 2026-07-10 07:15

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By Demonte Thomas A new female peregrine falcon has appeared at Michigan State University's falcon nesting box atop Spartan Stadium, marking a significant change at a nesting site occupied by peregrine falcons for years.

Invasives, oak wilt threaten Skyline High School natural areas, adjacent neighborhoods

Thu, 2026-07-09 07:10

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By Domonic Marroni In Ann Arbor, Michigan, Skyline High School's natural areas are home to several species of invasive plants causing widespread destruction of surrounding trees. These species pose potential fire hazards and are dangerous to public health.  Action is needed, say several environmental experts, to avert future disasters and

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The Great Lakes as the coordinates of the heart: Jim Daniels Detroit and Michigan

Wed, 2026-07-08 07:24

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By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva For Jim Daniels the Rust Belt is defined by people, working families, factory neighborhoods, highways leading north toward the Great Lakes and memories that stay with a person for a lifetime. These themes run throughout his new poetry collection, “Late Invocation for Magic.”

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Study finds climate warming directly affects the makeup of plant communities

Tue, 2026-07-07 10:12

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By Anna Barnes In Michigan, sugar maple populations are rising and eastern redbud trees are making their way north, while coniferous trees, like the black spruce, continue to decline. One suspected cause: climate warming.