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Here’s a guide to northern Indiana natural areas you never knew about

By Gina Navaroli | April 19, 2019

They counter the stereotype that the region is nothing but industrial development.

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Can hungry wolf immigrants save Isle Royale forests?

By Finn O'Keefe | April 17, 2019

Six of the animals were transferred from another Lake Superior island in a bid to control Isle Royale’s moose population and restore its forests.

dogs

If your dog barks too much, maybe you do too.

By Cassidy Hough | April 9, 2019

A new study examines how dogs tend to take on the personalities of their owners

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Can a name change bring more visitors to Indiana Dunes?

By Andrew Blok | April 8, 2019

The National Park Service operates memorials, historic sites, nature preserves, parkways, parks and dozens of other facilities. Sixty-one are national parks and three are national lakeshores. Can a name change draw visitors?

Agriculture

Strawberry farmers assess polar vortex damage, take precautions against cold

By Claire Moore | April 8, 2019

Now is the most crucial time to ensure a productive strawberry crop, experts say. Precautions are needed to avoid misshapen berries with poor color that could allow large strawberry-producing states to displace the market for local fruit.

CIGLR

Road trippers search for dune disrupter’s roots

By Andrew Blok | April 3, 2019

They are studying the DNA of baby’s breath to understand why it thrives in unforgiving ecosystems around the Great Lakes and across the continent.

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Deer disease may some day infect people, expert warns

By Cassidy Hough | April 1, 2019

Others dispute that it is inevitable.

Nearshore

Dogs keep gulls from polluting Great Lakes beaches

By Gina Navaroli | March 27, 2019

A new study shows that border collies effectively reduced gull populations on beaches.

bats

Disease, climate change helps bat set down Michigan roots

By Kelsi Kroll | March 26, 2019

Evening bats have begun making a home in Michigan.

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What’s the recipe for a Michigan beautiful place?

By David Poulson | March 26, 2019

MLive recently published a list of the most beautiful places in each Michigan county.

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Catch of the Day

  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

Climate News: Great Lakes Region
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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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wbez.org
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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planetdetroit.org
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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clickondetroit.com
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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