Energy
Michigan fracking foes pursue ban through ballot proposal
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Opponents of hydraulic fracturing, commonly known as fracking, are seeking a ban on the practice in Michigan through a ballot proposal.
Wildlife
How a Great Lakes butterfly is shifting the conversation about climate change adaptation
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A little blue butterfly is raising big questions about how to help animals adapt to a changing climate.
Land
Mid-Michigan to use $500K EPA grant for brownfield assessments
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Mid-Michigan will be using a $500 million dollar grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to evaluate so-called “brownfield” sites for environmental and health hazards.
Wildlife
DNR works to contain chronic wasting disease found in Meridian Township deer
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Michigan officials have confirmed the first case of chronic wasting disease in a wild deer.
Recreation
The Wild prevails; Penguins and Maple Leafs up next
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Last face-off of semi finals in Echo’s Eco Cup
Air
International Joint Commission seeks air quality comments
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The International Joint Commission seeks public comments by July 31 on its newest air quality progress report, which champions recent efforts to meet emissions targets in the United States and Canada.
Recreation
Public Service Announcement: Steer clear of the pier
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Great Lakes swim tips from Michigan Sea Grant.
Wildlife
Shrinking alewife population could deplete Great Lakes salmon
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The alewife, once the most hated fish in the Great Lakes, is now facing steep declines in population, but it’s not a cause for celebration.
Recreation
NHL bottom dwellers battle to qualify for Echo’s Eco Cup semi final round
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The last of the first round matches sets up four teams for the semi finals.