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Ballot proposals advance, aiming to get ‘dark money’ out of politics

Mon, 10/20/2025 - 08:41 Great Lakes Echo

By Georgia Hill
Utility companies have a history of using “dark money” to influence Michigan elections. Now, organizations are attempting to advance ballot initiatives aimed at stopping utility companies from contributing to politicians who run for or hold offices that impact them.

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Increased precipitation, foot traffic pose trail erosion problems at Lake Michigan parks

Wed, 10/15/2025 - 08:47 Great Lakes Echo

By Lauren Coin

Park trails along Lake Michigan’s shoreline in Wisconsin and Michigan are eroding because of more frequent extreme precipitation events and increased foot traffic from visitors in undesignated recreation areas.

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Consumers picks private equity fund to buy Michigan dams for $1 apiece

Wed, 09/10/2025 - 07:16 Interlochen Public Radio

The utility had been seeking a way out of the hydropower business. The sale could close late next year or early 2027.

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Crumbling U.P. dam reveals potential risks of private hydroelectric ownership

Tue, 08/26/2025 - 11:11 Interlochen Public Radio

A crumbling, century-old dam in AuTrain Township could threaten local businesses and public safety, with some worried about a dam failure or its possible removal. What does that mean for dams elsewhere in the state.

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Hot, humid weather in store for much of Michigan

Thu, 06/19/2025 - 14:24 Interlochen Public Radio

The heat combined with possible thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday will make for what forecasters are calling a “wet blanket effect.”

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