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AuthorsFeature HomepageFish, Birds and AnimalsJames ProffittLake ErieLatest NewsNewsOhioPennsylvaniaResearch, Data and TechnologyScience, Technology, Research
Solid hatches continue for walleye, but yellow perch are struggling
- by James ProffittThe Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ young-of-year walleye survey shows last year’s spring spawning was once again very good, continuing a five-year run of exceptional hatches.
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AdvocacyAuthorsDetroitDrinking WaterEquity and Environmental JusticeFeature DetroitFeature HomepageGary WilsonLatest NewsMichiganNewsPolicyPolitics, Policy, Environmental JusticeThe StatesWater Quality and Restoration Efforts
Hope springs eternal for Michigan legislator who champions drinking water equity
- by Gary WilsonSenator Stephanie Chang began her campaign to end water shutoffs in 2015. She’s hopeful for legislative action in 2023.
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AuthorsDuluthFeature HomepageHistory and CultureIndigenous CommunitiesLatest NewsMinnesotaNewsRecreation and TourismStaci Lola Drouillard
Nibi Chronicles: Standing strong with mushers on the North Shore of Lake Superior
The tradition of moving things via dog sled is deeply entrenched in the culture of the North Shore.
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AuthorsBrian OwensFeature HomepageFish, Birds and AnimalsLake HuronLatest NewsMichiganNewsOntarioProtectResearch, Data and TechnologyScience, Technology, ResearchSturgeon
Lake sturgeon added to endangered list, but things are looking up
- by Brian OwensLake sturgeon were once incredibly abundant in the Great Lakes, but the Great Lakes population is estimated to be less than 1% of its historical numbers.
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AuthorsEnergy News RoundupEnergy, Clean Energy, Ethanol and FrackingFeature HomepageIllinoisIndianaIndustry, Energy, Economic DevelopmentKathy JohnsonLake MichiganMichiganMinnesotaOhioWisconsin
Energy News Roundup: Minnesota’s 2040 carbon-free energy bill, coal ash crackdown continues
- by Kathy JohnsonCatch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
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Episode 2301 Lesson Plans: Shrewd Sanitation
- by Gary Abud Jr.Lessons and activities based on the monthly Great Lakes Now program.
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AuthorsDetroitDetroit RiverFeature DetroitFeature HomepageFish, Birds and AnimalsHistory and CultureJohn HartigLake ErieLake Erie-EPALatest NewsMichiganNewsRecreation and TourismRegionScience, Technology, ResearchTourism
Great Lakes Moment: A community science survey
- by John Hartig“Volunteers reported 17 bald eagles on the ice, an estimated 20,000 Canvasbacks, about as many Redheads, a smattering of other ducks, and Tundra and Mute swans.”
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AuthorsClimate ChangeEnergy, Clean Energy, Ethanol and FrackingFeature HomepageFeature MilwaukeeIndustry, Energy, Economic DevelopmentInfrastructureKari LydersenLatest NewsMilwaukeeNewsRefreshScience, Technology, ResearchWater Quality and Restoration EffortsWisconsin
Smart sewers relieve stress on systems and wastewater officials, saving energy and funds
- by Kari Lydersen“Smart sewer” technology is increasingly common in the region, helping cities avoid overflows that release untreated sewers into lakes and rivers.
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AuthorsBeaches, Boating, Paddle Sports and SailingFeature HomepageIan SolomonLake SuperiorLatest NewsMichiganNewsRecreation and TourismTourism
Ian Outside: Winning winter
- by Ian Solomon“I’ve never been a big fan of the cold months, but I’m determined to mend our relationship this year.”
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AuthorsEnergy News RoundupEnergy, Clean Energy, Ethanol and FrackingFeature HomepageIllinoisIndianaIndustry, Energy, Economic DevelopmentKathy JohnsonLatest NewsMichiganMinnesotaNew YorkNewsOhioPennsylvaniaWisconsin
Energy News Roundup: Gas stove debate, electric vehicle expansion
- by Kathy JohnsonCatch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
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