Michigan is last state without a septic system code. Will that change?

Michigan is last state without a septic system code. Will that change?
Great Lakes Echo

By Justin Fox Clausen

Lawmakers are making another effort to adopt Michigan’s first statewide septic code with mandatory inspections, intended to protect drinking water from contamination. It’s the only state without one.

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Michigan pushes toward 100% clean energy by 2040 despite funding cuts

Michigan pushes toward 100% clean energy by 2040 despite funding cuts
Great Lakes Echo

 By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov

Given dramatic changes in federal energy policy and spending, as well as possible reduction in state financial support for alternative energy projects, is Michigan still on target to reach its clean energy goals?

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Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw set to continue in 2026

Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw set to continue in 2026
Kincardine News
Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions Club have announced the continuation of Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw, which has raised more than $600,000 for community projects and hospice care. “We are grateful for the strong community support that has made Catch the Ace such a success,”
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Kin Cares 50/50 draw launched in support of Kincardine hospital

Kin Cares 50/50 draw launched in support of Kincardine hospital
Kincardine News
The Kincardine legion and the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation are partnering to launch a new charitable lottery in support of local healthcare. “The Legion is dedicated to serving veterans and their families, and to ensuring that they have the support and services they need throughout their lives. That
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Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail running to lead the federal NDP

Lucknow-area farmer Tony McQuail running to lead the federal NDP
The Lucknow Sentinel
McQuail and his wife Fran are organic farmers who helped start what is now known as the Ecological Farmer's Association of Ontario.
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Bruce County reps advocate for rural issues at ROMA conference

Bruce County reps advocate for rural issues at ROMA conference
The Lucknow Sentinel
Leaders from across the province gathered in Toronto from Jan. 18 to 20 for the annual Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference, including members of Bruce County council and staff. “The Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference is a fantastic event where we can showcase what makes Bruce County unique. We
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Lighthouse-to-Lighthouse half marathon supporting Kincardine hospital

Lighthouse-to-Lighthouse half marathon supporting Kincardine hospital
Kincardine News
The Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation recently unveiled its newest fundraising initiative, the Lighthouse-to-Lighthouse Half Marathon & 5K. “This run is more than a race—it’s a statement about who we are as a community,” said Becky Fair, president of the foundation, in a Jan. 21 news release. “Every step
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Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’

Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’
Great Lakes Echo

By Anna Ironside

Caroline Miller is a botanical technologist at Michigan State University’s W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, as well as a master’s student. Her work has made her a driving force behind restoration projects on campus and beyond. From invasive species removal days to a growing movement to replace traditional turf lawns with

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Mahon: The only category we don’t count in GDP calculations

Mahon: The only category we don’t count in GDP calculations
The Lucknow Sentinel
It is all an educated guess with a huge pablum-smeared omission
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