Echo
Which of the Great Lakes states is the happiest?
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Access and proximity to nature contribute to overall happiness, said psychology professor Mahima Saxena.
Catch of the Day
Michigan lawmakers update old adage
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An old philosophical question asks, “If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?”But a more practical question today might be: “If your neighbor’s tree falls on your roof, who is responsible for the damage?”
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U.S., Canadian officials seek input on water quality progress
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It’s part of a review by the International Joint Commission.
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Great Lakes denizen gets nationwide attention
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Cleaner water, fishing limits, stocking programs are credited with beginnings of a recovery.
Recreation
Paddleboarders finish Lake Erie transit
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Four hours after the group landed in Sandusky, they had raised $14,425 for the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research at University of Michigan.
Catch of the Day
Echo reporters win Michigan Outdoor Writers Association scholarships
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Angela Mulka and Andrew Blok recently each received a $1,200 scholarship and a two-year, non-voting membership in the organization.
Echo
Lake Erie paddleboarders leave as scheduled
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Three paddleboarders set out this morning as scheduled on an 80-mile trip across Lake Erie to raise money for Great Lakes research.
Catch of the Day
Great Lakes climate crisis solutions featured by reporting collaboration
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It’s a coordinated look at Midwest attempts to limit greenhouse gases.
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Judge rejects Michigan hunter’s claim of unconstitutional search
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Lawyer plans to appeal.
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Michigan company creates endangered species game
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Gamers with an environmental interest have until Friday to order a special edition of a new board game designed around helping endangered species.