Fish
Wildlife researchers not so sure about drones
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Federal regulations, privacy concerns and health of the animals they track are all concerns.
Water
Photo Friday: Storm wave sloshes sediment into Lake Erie
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Satellite image shows impact of a wave known as a seiche.
Land
Arrival of Uber means fewer cabs, cab drivers
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Uber’s technological and business model poses a threat to local taxi companies.
Recreation
Madison’s numerous dog parks have tails wagging
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They are part of a city goal for a”dog-positive parks system.” Studies say dog parks are sources of support, information sharing and collective action.
Recreation
Great Lakes cities top some lists for park amenities
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Great Lakes cities rank on several national top 10 lists for parks and recreation.
Echo
Born (horn) free: Minnesota lab stops them before they grow
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It edits DNA in a way that bypasses the need for painful horn removal.
Land
World Trade Center architect’s Detroit vision
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John Gallagher chronicles architect Minoru Yamasaki from his humble beginnings and through his quest for a unique style that produced the New York City landmark and a more modest impact on Detroit’s environment.
Waste
Septic tanks flush water quality down the tubes
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EPA officials are holding the third annual SepticSmart Week. But water quality problems posed by septic systems are a year round challenge, especially in Michigan which lacks statewide oversight.
Water
Great Lakes water grows economy
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Great Lakes states’ water-dependent economy grew tremendously in 2011, according to a recent report.
Catch of the Day
Poll: Natural resources are state’s best attributes but many residents favor cutting support
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They trailed only prisons and unsure when residents asked where they would first cut state spending.