Project uses community input to guide tree planting in disadvantaged areas

Project uses community input to guide tree planting in disadvantaged areas
Great Lakes Echo
By Demonte Thomas Shade, cooler temperatures and improved air quality are among the reasons Lansing, Michigan's “Restoring Roots” project is targeting disadvantaged neighborhoods that have historically had less tree cover and greater exposure to heat.
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Conservancy group plans new public trail in Ionia Natural Area

Conservancy group plans new public trail in Ionia Natural Area
Great Lakes Echo
By Demonte Thomas  The Mid-Michigan Land Conservancy will make its Ionia Natural Area Trail available to the public in October.
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Community safety zone approved near Kincardine Township-Tiverton P.S.

Community safety zone approved near Kincardine Township-Tiverton P.S.
Kincardine News
The province has approved the Municipality of Kincardine’s request for a community safety zone on Highway 21. “The safety of our children, families, and all road users has been a priority for Council,” Mayor Kenneth Craig said in a news release. “We’re proud of the work that has gone into
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South Bruce Retired Women Teachers celebrate year end with picnic

South Bruce Retired Women Teachers celebrate year end with picnic
The Lucknow Sentinel
As the school year winds down and students and teachers prepare for summer break there’s an excitement in the air that is felt even by those long retired from education. That energy and feeling of anticipation was evident at the final meeting of the South Bruce Retired Women Teachers of
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When forests burn, lakes suffer

When forests burn, lakes suffer
Great Lakes Echo
By Victoria Witke Wildfire risk is high in the upper Great Lakes, and research shows that large, scorching wildfires spell trouble for lakes in the region’s remote watersheds.  
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Tornado activity surpasses yearly average as peak season begins

Tornado activity surpasses yearly average as peak season begins
Great Lakes Echo
By Demonte Thomas Michigan has already exceeded its average annual tornado count. The active season comes as communities across the state continue recovering from severe weather that has left behind widespread damage.
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KTTPS students, staff raise $1,500 toward new Kincardine high school

KTTPS students, staff raise $1,500 toward new Kincardine high school
Kincardine News
Staff and students at Kincardine Township-Tiverton Public School (KTTPS) have been hard at work showing their school spirit and commitment to the community through their participation in the March to a Million fundraiser in support of the new Kincardine District Senior School (KDSS). Their efforts have raised an impressive $1,500
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Takeout trash piling up at universities

Takeout trash piling up at universities
Great Lakes Echo
By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira    As takeout containers pile up across college campuses, universities are struggling to balance sustainability goals with a growing culture of convenience.
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Bluewater District School Board passes $300M budget for 2026-27

Bluewater District School Board passes $300M budget for 2026-27
The Lucknow Sentinel
The Bluewater District School Board has passed a balanced budget of nearly $300 million for the 2026-2027 school year. The approved budget of $299,163,285 in revenues, $299,114,654 in expenses, and $48,631 in net reserve contributions aligns with the requirements of the Education Act and funding parameters set by the Ministry
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New municipal councillor appointed in Kincardine

New municipal councillor appointed in Kincardine
Kincardine News
Kincardine council has filled the councillor at large seat left vacant in April. “I want to sincerely thank all of the applicants who stepped forward and expressed a willingness to serve their community,” Mayor Kenneth Craig said in a June 3 news release. “Putting your name forward for public office
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