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Ottawa County faces water shortage despite proximity to Lake Michigan

Fri, 08/01/2025 - 13:23 Great Lakes Commission

ttawa County, Michigan, is experiencing a groundwater shortage as wells dry up amid moderate drought conditions. Despite the fact that Ottawa County is surrounded by lakes, rivers, and streams, its […]

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Surfing culture makes Sheboygan the ‘Malibu of the Midwest.’ A WPR reporter tried it himself.

Fri, 08/01/2025 - 12:32 Great Lakes Commission

A business in Sheboygan, Wisconsin’s “Malibu of the Midwest” is known for being the state’s first surf shop. People have been surfing on Lake Michigan since the early 1950s, and […]

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Environmental groups use anniversary of Kalamazoo River oil spill to warn about Line 5

Mon, 07/28/2025 - 19:23 Interlochen Public Radio

he massive oil spill in the Kalamazoo River 15 years ago polluted the water and shoreline and left oil-coated wildlife. More than a million gallons of oil was recovered along a more than 35 mile stretch of the river.

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Environmental group says EGLE is not looking at all the risks of a Line 5 tunnel

Thu, 07/24/2025 - 17:06 Interlochen Public Radio

he National Wildlife Federation says Michigan's environment department should fully review what damage drilling the tunnel for a new pipeline segment might cause.

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Lake Michigan is America’s deadliest lake — yet lifeguards are nowhere to be found

Mon, 07/21/2025 - 13:34 Great Lakes Commission

ake Michigan is the deadliest lake in America, statistics show. Yet, there are no lifeguards at 99% of the public beaches, all while coastal towns rake in hundreds of thousands […]

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6 Wisconsin ferries offer a variety of experiences, from fun and free to far and fast

Fri, 07/18/2025 - 12:39 Great Lakes Commission

Want a free ride across the Wisconsin River? Check. A fast Lake Michigan crossing to avoid Chicago traffic, and get some work done while you’re doing it? Check. Or would […]

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Scientists test methods to fight invasive mussels in Lake Michigan

Wed, 07/09/2025 - 12:36 Great Lakes Commission

Scientists are trying new strategies to manage invasive mussels in Lake Michigan after decades of ecological disruption caused by the fast-spreading species. Read the full story by WISN-TV – Milwaukee, […]

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Sunken Lake Michigan barge moved after years of pollution concerns

Mon, 07/07/2025 - 14:25 Great Lakes Commission

A barge that twice sank in Lake Michigan and sparked environmental concerns has now been moved to a legally authorized site. Read the full story by Huron Daily Tribune.

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Chicago-based Asian carp dog treat helping save Great Lakes from invasive fish

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 12:38 Great Lakes Commission

An invasive fish that’s getting dangerously close to the waters of Lake Michigan, is slowly finding a new fate in the form of a dog treat. And pets are taking […]

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Will the Great Lakes be warm enough to swim this Fourth of July?

Fri, 06/27/2025 - 12:35 Great Lakes Commission

As the Fourth of July approaches, travelers are heading to the Great Lakes to celebrate. In Michigan, Lake Michigan near Saint Joseph has warmed up due to recent hot weather, […]