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The Erie Canal: How a ‘big ditch’ transformed America’s economy, culture and even religion

by Mila Murray January 1, 1970December 18, 2025

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  • In a Years-Long Fight, the Illinois Environmental Justice Movement Gets a Win
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  • Could waves become power for Beaver Island? Researchers deploy new tech to find out
    University of Michigan researchers will test a prototype this week as part of an ongoing effort to improve electricity reliability for residents.
  • Former EPA adviser claims agency violated whistleblower protections after petition criticism
    The EPA is being sued this week by Elin Warn Betanzo, a water safety engineer who was also instrumental in the Flint water crisis investigation.

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