Most of this resource consumption, however, is merely obscene
For more than 20 years, 21 beaches across five counties in Michigan have been monitored weekly throughout the summer months. Beach monitoring tracks factors that affect water quality and results […]
By Anna Barnes
Michigan's supply of nitrogen and phosphorus-based fertilizers has taken a hit from shipping disruptions caused by the U.S. war with Iran. High prices and historic flooding are causing problems for the state's corn and soybean farmers.
Police say they have received new tips related to the disappearance of Kincardine resident Lois Hanna following the release of an OPP documentary about the case. “We want to thank those who watched the documentary, the media outlets that shared Lois’s case and especially those who came forward with information
A new report shows some fish in the St. Lawrence River are contaminated with high levels of pollutants, including PFAS or “forever chemicals.” The report, published every three to five […]
The use of land for both electricity generation and food production is a viable way to meet growing AI energy demands
A new 2026 report from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency shows more than 2,000 lakes, rivers, streams, and ditches fail to meet water quality standards in Minnesota. About 6,518 impairments […]
Ann Arbor, Michigan — Organizations across the region will come together to educate the public about aquatic invasive species (AIS) during the eighth annual Great Lakes
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.
Nearly two years after pouring cold water on the idea, several city council members are resurfacing the thought of evaluating other land to house a new city hall after a failed pre-bidding process to redevelop the current site. City politicians were presented Thursday with a review of what went wrong
By Riley Wilson
Rising levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination are prompting scientists to question whether the Great Lakes can safely sustain surrounding communities. A recent study shows signs of declining PFAS pollution in these waters using archived fish.