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CollaborationHabitat RestorationHistory and CultureIndigenous CommunitiesLake MichiganLatest NewsNewsWisconsinAncient human remains unearthed at proposed Kohler golf course site in Wisconsin
-The rapidly eroding Lake Michigan shoreline is also raising questions about the future of the controversial project adjacent to Kohler-Andrae State Park.
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Beaches, Boating, Paddle Sports and SailingFeature HomepageForests and PlantsJohn McCrackenLake MichiganLatest NewsNewsRecreation and TourismTourismWaterfront DevelopmentWisconsinDune Dispute: Wisconsin Lake Michigan shoreline threatened by adjacent golf course development
-For the past seven years, Kohler Company and neighbors of the Kohler-Andre State Park have been battling over 250 adjoining acres of land, citing shoreline erosion, threatened species and wetland encroachment.
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Tests show PFAS contamination in 500 French Island wells
-Wisconsin state officials have been supplying bottled water to island residents.
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APFish, Birds and AnimalsForever Chemicals FeaturedNewsPFASWater Quality and Restoration EffortsWisconsinWisconsin DNR issues fish consumption warnings for Yahara chain
-The recommendations come after tests revealed elevated levels of PFAS in several fish species in lakes Monona, Kegonsa and Waubesa.
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Algal blooms close 5 Madison-area Wisconsin beaches
-The city-county joint health department is urging swimmers to check conditions before entering the water at any beach since algae levels can change quickly.
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Drinking WaterDrinking Water News RoundupFeature HomepageIllinoisLatest NewsMichiganNewsOhioOntarioPennsylvaniaRachel DuckettWisconsinDrinking Water News Roundup: Illinois community on bottled water for 2 years, Ohio bill hurting streams, infrastructure investments
-Catch the latest drinking water updates with Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
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Drinking WaterFeature HomepageForever Chemicals FeaturedIllinoisLatest NewsMichiganNew YorkNewsPennsylvaniaPFASPFAS News RoundupPolicyResearch, Data and TechnologyWisconsinPFAS News Roundup: Companies hid dangers from FDA, professor documents stories, study shows high levels in fertilizer
-Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
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COVID-19Feature HomepageJames ProffittLake ErieLake HuronLake MichiganLake OntarioLatest NewsMichiganNew YorkNewsNiagara FallsOhioRecreation and TourismTourismWisconsinOpen Doors: Great Lakes tourist destinations make 2021 a new start
-Great Lakes vacation and recreation spots welcome back people as well as a sense of normality.
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BudgetDrinking WaterFeature MilwaukeeGreat Lakes News CollaborativeInfrastructureLatest NewsMilwaukeeNewsPolicyWisconsinCongress’s Stealth Water Infrastructure Deal
-The American Rescue Plan Act allocated $350 billion to states, tribes, and local governments. Some of that money is available for upgrading water systems.
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Drinking Water News Roundup: 3M sues Michigan, hackers infiltrate Pennsylvania water systems, millions invested in Illinois and Ohio
-Catch the latest drinking water updates with Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
