Tag: lakes
Jim Dreyer’s swim across Lake Michigan sunk when AA batteries for GPS fall in water – Great Lakes Commission
In an attempt at a solo swim across Lake Michigan, famed Great Lakes swimmer, Jim Dreyer, lost GPS navigation, fought wild hallucinations and spent a night essentially swimming in circles, […]
Tests at Lake Michigan beach show no toxins after algal bloom enters lake – Great Lakes Commission
A popular Lake Michigan beach in Muskegon, Michigan, is safe for now. Public Health – Muskegon County warned earlier this week that it found toxins from an algal bloom in […]
Lake Michigan Day conference addresses climate change, conservation and water quality – Great Lakes Commission
From lawmakers to environmentalists, about 70 people met in the Wisconsin Maritime Museum on Friday to celebrate successes and address current challenges facing Lake Michigan. Read the full story by […]
“We struggle a lot:” Cormorants continue to wreak havoc on Lake Ontario – Great Lakes Commission
Cormorants, a fish-eating bird on Lake Ontario, continue to draw disdain from local fisherman who claim the bird’s populations reduce fishing opportunities. Read the full story by WWNY-TV – […]
Surf’s up in Muskegon during the Great Lakes Surf Festival – Great Lakes Commission
The Great Lakes Surf Festival welcomed surfers of all skill levels to explore the waters of the Great Lakes and embrace the region’s surfing community during the 6th annual event […]
Ann Arbor ballot proposal promises affordable access to renewable energy | Great Lakes Echo
By Elinor Epperson Ann Arbor proposed sustainable energy utility could save residents and commercial customers money on their electricity bills, according to a new report commissioned by the city. Residents of the Southeast Michigan city will vote in November on whether to establish an optional public utility that would use exclusively renewable energy generated by […]
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Cornies: Tim Walz, as U.S. VP, would value relationship with Canada
According to the Business Council of Canada, a fifth of all Minnesota’s exports are destined for Canada.
Chicago teachers demand climate solutions in their next contract | Great Lakes Now
By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco, Grist
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This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WBEZ and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization.
Oberlin Food Hub brings fresh produce to Ohio’s food banks while supporting local farmers | Great Lakes Now
By Zaria Johnson, Ideastream Public Media
This story was originally published by Ideastream.
One in seven Ohioans faces food insecurity, according to Feeding America. This story is part of a “Sound of Us” series in partnership with Lorain County’s Second Harvest Food Bank.
Marquette State Fish Hatchery stocks lakes with almost 324K fish – Great Lakes Commission
The Marquette State Fish Hatchery has stocked 90 inland and Great Lakes sites with yearling lake trout, brook trout, and splake this year to keep fish populations sustainable for both […]