May

Dyer: Humanity is a mixed bag. Don’t despair

Sun, 2026-09-06 00:27

We are marking a couple of anniversaries this month.

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Barry: As Alberta votes on independence, will Trump back separation?

Sat, 2026-09-05 00:04

The London Free Press

The U.S. president not openly declared his support of a united Canada in the run-up to the Alberta vote

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Bald eagles help scientists map ‘forever chemicals’ in the Great Lakes region

Fri, 2026-09-04 07:01

Great Lakes Echo

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov Bald eagles are helping scientists uncover where per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, contamination may be coming from across Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region.

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Michigan AG challenges the US Department of Energy again over coal plant’s forced operation

Tue, 2026-09-01 13:48

Great Lakes Echo

By Anna Barnes Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel plans to file another request for rehearing with the U.S. Department of Energy over a coal-fired power plant near Lake Michigan operated by Consumers Energy.

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Project to remove thick mats of algae on Lake St. Clair begins this fall

Tue, 2026-09-01 05:49

Great Lakes Echo

By Anna Barnes A pilot project to remove large mats of algae build-up from three locations on Lake St. Clair is set to begin this fall.

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How wildfire smoke impacts pets, wildlife

Mon, 2026-08-31 08:42

Great Lakes Echo

By Julia Roeder While health officials urge people to stay indoors due to the smoke draping the Midwest, experts say we should remember that the same polluted air affecting humans also threatens animals.

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Michigan fisheries get one-time funding for whitefish restoration

Sun, 2026-08-30 07:35

Great Lakes Echo

By Anna Barnes Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division has received one-time funding of $350,000 for whitefish recovery. The ailing species has undergone a rapid population decline in recent years, and for the first time, recovery efforts have landed a specific line in the state budget. But officials said while the money will help rescue

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Michigan expands EV infrastructure, but access remains unequal, study finds

Thu, 2026-08-27 09:15

Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva Michigan is actively expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and promoting the transition to electric transportation. However, the presence of charging stations does not necessarily mean that all residents can equally benefit from electric vehicles.

Relocating merlins may reduce threats to endangered Great Lakes piping plovers, study finds

Wed, 2026-08-26 09:22

Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva To save endangered piping plovers, scientists are getting creative. One research group explored relocating one of the plovers' predators -- merlins -- away from nesting sites.

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Kestrels help farmers protect crops and improve food safety, study finds

Tue, 2026-08-25 12:53

Great Lakes Echo

By Kyrmyzy Turebayeva Pest birds are a nuisance for cherry orchards. A recent study found a possible solution: attracting kestrels to nest nearby.

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GLC and National Sea Grant Law Center launch new database to help prevent online sales of invasive species

Mon, 2026-08-24 12:11

Great Lakes Commission

Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) has launched a new online resource that allows users to quickly check state and federal regulations before buying or

Explore the Maitland Valley watershed in the 75-minute challenge

Mon, 2026-07-27 14:53

The Lucknow Sentinel

HURON – The challenge is simple: spend 75 minutes exploring a Maitland Valley Conservation Authority property and submit an entry for a chance to win one of three outdoor prize packages. The 75-Minute Hiking Challenge is one of several initiatives planned throughout 2026 to celebrate Maitland Conservation’s 75th anniversary.

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