Author: Owen Sound Sun Times
Latest Minnesota PFAS bill allegedly shifts power, sparks controversy
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A new bill introduced in the Minnesota Legislature by Republican Rep.
Are the ash trees doomed?
The emerald ash borer (EAB) has devastated ash trees across North America. But researchers in Ohio discovered something unexpected — some ash trees are surviving. These ‘lingering ash’ not only resist EAB but can even kill its larvae.
Scientists suspected genetic resistance and tested their theory by cloning and crossbreeding surviving trees.
Lake trout recovery in Superior sign of lamprey removal success
Just-announced staff cuts and hiring freezes from the Trump administration will jeopardize the ongoing success of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) decades-long battle against sea lamprey, according to officials. While states, provinces and U.S. and Canadian tribes are involved in the labor-intensive efforts, the USFWS performs most of the in-stream treatments in the U.S.
Where is the heavy, wet snow this winter?
By Katie Thoresen, WXPR
This story was originally published by WXPR. WXPR is a community-licensed public radio station serving north central Wisconsin and adjacent areas of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Listen to their stories here.
Rhinelander has gotten about 37 inches of snow so far this year.
State program brings fourth graders to state parks
This article was republished here with permission from Great Lakes Echo.
By Kayte Marshall, Great Lakes Echo
In a world dominated by smartphones and screen time, the Department of Natural Resources aims to reconnect kids with Michigan’s great outdoors.
The DNR is funding Nature Awaits, a program dedicated to hosting outdoor learning sessions for fourth grade classes at state parks.