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Freighter Photos: Check out some stunning images of the vessels traversing the lakes
- by Natasha BlakelyThe Great Lakes Seaway Partnership announced the winners of its annual photo contest.
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PFAS Around the Great Lakes Region: Actions taken in each state or province and standards set, if any
- by Natasha BlakelyThe eight Great Lakes states and Canada are approaching PFAS contamination in their own ways and setting their own standards.
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COVID-19 Caution: Water Resources Commissioner asks people not to flush cleaning products
- by Natasha BlakelyAnything that says “Flushable Wipes” is not flushable, commissioner says.
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Zebra Mussels: A guide to the good and the bad of these Great Lakes invaders
- by Natasha BlakelyLearn more about the invasive mussel species and how they are impacting the lakes and life around the lakes — for the better as well as for the worse.
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Native Guide: Identify the local mussels that live around you with these handy apps
- by Natasha BlakelyU.S. and Canadian apps provide guides to mussel species to spread awareness and help the general public engage with local aquatic fauna.
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House Renewal: A bipartisan-sponsored bill increasing Great Lakes funding passed the U.S. House
- by Natasha BlakelyThe Great Lakes Restoration Initiative was reauthorized in one chamber of Congress. The bill now awaits approval from the Senate.
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Before the PFAS-related consent decree takes effect, the public can comment at hearings and online
- by Natasha BlakelyThe West Michigan company that dumped tannery scraps reached an agreement with two townships and the state. Here’s how to share your opinions about it.
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Ancient Analog: What can Lake Huron’s cyanobacteria tell us about the earth’s past or about other planets?
- by Natasha BlakelyScientists studying the ecosystems of Lake Huron’s sinkholes see plenty of potential for what their research can tell us not only about the lakes, but about the history of this planet or the environments of other planets in the solar system.
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High Water, Lower Speeds: Proposed law would give Michigan law enforcement agencies authority to lower boating speed limits
- by Natasha BlakelyA new bill in the Michigan legislature would allow temporary restrictions on motorboat speed limits in part because of high water levels.
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Got High Water or Soil Erosion? Here’s some help for homeowners and residents
- by Natasha BlakelyPeople living on the coasts of the Great Lakes are currently dealing with the impact of the record-high water levels. Here’s a list of resources they can turn to, organized by state and province.
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