Author: Bridge Michigan
River Raisin’s ‘Area of Concern’ label soon to be lifted
Through the efforts of several regulatory committees, the River Raisin AOC designation may be removed soon. Read the full story by The Monroe News.
Coast Guard starts icebreaking operations in the lower St. Marys River
The U.S. Coast Guard started breaking ice in the lower St. Marys River on March 7 in preparation for the 2022 Great Lakes commercial shipping season. Read the full story by Lake Superior News.
‘Cold day, but warm hearts’ — Lightfoot leads thousands diving into Lake Michigan for Polar Plunge
Chicago, Illinois Mayor Lori Lightfoot led the charge Sunday as thousands bore frigid temperatures and unforgiving winds while streaming into Lake Michigan for the return of the Polar Plunge. Read the full story by the Chicago Sun Times.
River Institute, MCA, and partners will restore 3km of St. Lawrence River shoreline
A new collaborative between Watersheds Canada, Mohawk Council of Akwesasne, Raisin Region Conservation Authority, River Institute, and Great River Network will restore shoreline health in the St. Lawrence River Area of Concern (AOC) from 2021 to 2024. …
Settlement calls for cleaning soil contamination near Indiana’s national park
A northern Indiana utility would spend nearly $12 million to clean soil contamination around homes adjacent to Indiana Dunes National Park, according to a settlement announced by the U.S. Department of Justice.. Read the full story by WISH – TV –Indian…