Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem 

Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem 
Great Lakes Echo

By Samantha Ku

A rare ravine ecosystem on Lake Michigan's western shore is vulnerable to human encroachment. A recent federal grant is supporting restoration efforts in the region.

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Bill would expand Michigan’s bottle deposit law while some want to abolish it

Bill would expand Michigan’s bottle deposit law while some want to abolish it
Great Lakes Echo

By Christian Vazquesz

A Michigan state senator is pushing for a statewide vote to expand the 10-cent bottle and can deposit law, while the Midwest Independent Retailers Association is calling for repeal of the law. Meanwhile, the state House approved a bill sponsored by a Clinton Township representative to give

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Crosswalk honouring veterans to be created near Kincardine legion

Crosswalk honouring veterans to be created near Kincardine legion
Kincardine News
Kincardine council has approved a legion request to install a commemorative crosswalk honouring the service and sacrifice of veterans. “Council is proud to support the creation of this commemorative crosswalk in recognition of the brave veterans who served our country,” Kincardine Mayor Ken Craig said in a news release. “It
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Federal program can help nonprofits cover costs of clean-energy projects

Federal program can help nonprofits cover costs of clean-energy projects
Great Lakes Echo

By Bauyrzhan Zhaxylykov

Across Michigan, religious institutions, local governments, schools and nonprofits are turning to a federal program called Elective Pay to help pay for solar panels and other clean-energy projects.

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Dimanche: Will ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit U.S. tourism in 2026?

Dimanche: Will ‘Trump slump’ continue to hit U.S. tourism in 2026?
The London Free Press
Policy stances from the Trump administration have seemingly proved a turnoff to travelers from other countries, especially Canadians.
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Registration opening for Lighthouse to Lighthouse Half Marathon & 5K

Registration opening for Lighthouse to Lighthouse Half Marathon & 5K
Kincardine News
Registration for the inaugural Lighthouse to Lighthouse Half Marathon & 5K in support of Kincardine’s hospital is set to open March 12. “We’re thrilled to bring a new event to the region that blends personal achievement with meaningful impact,” said Becky Fair, president of the Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation
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Dyer: Netanyahu suckers Trump for his political gain

Dyer: Netanyahu suckers Trump for his political gain
The London Free Press
Donald Trump is not just Binyamin Netanyahu’s glove puppet, but it is remarkable how much influence the Israeli prime minister has over the American president. If you are seeking a reason why Trump felt the need to attack Iran again only nine months after he declared he had eliminated any
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‘None of this is normal’ – Michigan watches winter drought ahead of growing season

‘None of this is normal’ – Michigan watches winter drought ahead of growing season
Great Lakes Echo

By Sonja Krohn

The dry conditions and drought that Michigan is experiencing this winter may adversely affect the upcoming crop growing season.

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Conservation, research and community collaboration aid in successful 2026 Black Lake sturgeon season

Conservation, research and community collaboration aid in successful 2026 Black Lake sturgeon season
Great Lakes Echo

The 2026 sturgeon season on Black Lake in Michigan lasted all of 48 minutes before the annual quota – six – was reached. There were 653 anglers competing for them.

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