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Cuts to Great Lakes Restoration Initiative proposed again in federal budget

By Maxwell Evans | March 22, 2019

For the third straight year federal officials are threatening to cut the budget for restoring contaminated sites in the Great Lakes. And while Congress has so far resisted such cuts, environmental officials fear the constant attacks on the popular program.

lighthouses

Lighthouse keepers shift attention to empty nesters, modern marketing  

By Carin Tunney | July 2, 2018

Faced with the challenge of aging enthusiasts, Great Lakes lighthouse keepers shift gears to attract younger audiences of lighthouse lovers.

Wildlife

Piping plovers face new threat in the Great Lakes

By Naina Rao | June 25, 2018

A new predator has emerged for piping plovers in the Great Lakes.

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Where has all the tree cover gone? Fast time passing?

By Eric Freedman | May 31, 2018

A nationwide loss of tree cover includes all the Great Lakes states but Minnesota, according to a new study.

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Increasing the effect of environmental laws on the Great Lakes

By Lauren Caramagno | April 2, 2018

Successful management of wildlife throughout the Great Lakes states requires a high level of compliance with environmental laws, says Ethan Shirley, a masters and Juris Doctor candidate in MSU’s College of Law.

Fish

Saginaw Bay perch populations up against the wall(eye)

By Steven Maier | December 1, 2017

Walleye populations in Lake Huron and the Saginaw Bay have bounced back powerfully, just a few decades after they came close to disappearing. Some scientists worry that perch are paying the price.

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Stout and trout at Great Lakes Happy Hour

By Steven Maier | September 20, 2017

Great Lakes scientists and advocates come together to discuss environmental issues over a beer.

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Wisconsin duo to walk for the Great Lakes

By Kate Habrel | August 15, 2017

Two women are walking from Lake Michigan to Lake Superior to raise awareness of Great Lakes conservation. And they’ll do it in one month.

Art

New record explores Great Lakes region’s history, natural beauty

By Kate Habrel | June 28, 2017

Michigan musicians Brandon and Bethany Foote are putting out a new record of music inspired by the Great Lakes’ history and natural beauty. Their medium of choice? Vinyl. The record is available for preorder through Thursday.

environmental politics

New Great Lakes research collaborative eyes funding threats

By Steven Maier | June 7, 2017

The Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research will coordinate efforts by federal, international and regional agencies; nine universities and advocacy and policy organizations.

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Environmental news of the Great Lakes region from the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism at Michigan State University.

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