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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.
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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.
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By Julia Roeder
An April survey from the American Farm Bureau Federation found nearly 70% of U.S. farmers say they cannot afford fertilizer. It also found almost half of Midwestern farmers report they cannot afford all the supplies they need.
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is urging beachgoers to pay attention to two key safety systems at state parks: buoyed swimming areas and the Great Lakes flag warning system. […]
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By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov
Industry leaders say rising costs, inflation and global instability could continue putting pressure on transportation projects. Major construction plans remain on schedule.
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Canadians are shying away from going to the United States but their appetite to travel is still strong
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By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, cities across North America are preparing for an influx of fans, matches and global attention - including Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) in Canada. Along with the excitement comes growing concern about the tournament’s environmental impact.
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A new chief administrative officer (CAO) is set to take the helm in Kincardine this July. “We are very pleased to welcome Alan Smith to Kincardine,” said Mayor Kenneth Craig in a May 13 news release. “His extensive experience in municipal leadership, combined with his collaborative approach and commitment to
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Consumers Energy is seeking approval to drill two deep injection wells at a coal plant next to Lake Michigan in Ottawa County, Michigan, to dispose of coal ash wastewater and […]
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By Lily Cole
Nationally, farmers markets are growing rapidly. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reported 2,863 markets in 2000, with that number rising to more than 8,700 in 2025. In Michigan alone, more than 200 markets offer amenities for patrons, including fresh produce and special events.