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A big dam problem: 200+ Michigan-owned dams are old and failing
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages more dams than any other owner in the state. What happens as the dams continue to age? Read the full story by MLive.
Addressing PFAS levels in local lakes
The Minnesota Fishing Opener is less than two weeks away, but there are new fish consumption guidelines to be aware of before hitting the water. Read the full story by WDIO-TV – Duluth, MN.
EDITORIAL: Celebrating Great Lakes
The Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority announced earlier this week that Victory Cruise Lines’ 296-foot Victory I cruiser ship would dock in downtown Toledo, Ohio, on May 30. Toledo has a deep maritime culture and heritage that deserves to be celebrated. Read the full story by the Toledo Blade.
Victory Cruise Lines begins a new chapter on the Great Lakes
A reborn Victory Cruise Lines christened the Victory I on Sunday in Toronto, Ontario, and will follow with the Victory II on May 12 in Chicago, Illinois, marking a return of Victory Cruise Lines to the Great Lakes. Read the full story by Travel Weekly.
Ontario County hopes reimbursement program eases lifeguard shortage before swimming season starts
Ontario County’s Department of Public Works estimates up to 70 lifeguards will be needed for the beaches and community pools across Ontario County, New York, this year. To try to attract more applicants, the county is participating in a state-funded program that reimburses the costs of lifeguard training and certification, which can run as high as $300. Read the full story by the WXXI – Rochester, NY.
Great Lakes cleanup kicks off with community effort at West End Beach
The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay emphasized the importance of everyday environmental stewardship by hosting a cleanup event at West End Beach located in Traverse City, Michigan. Read the full story by WPBN-TV – Traverse City, MI.
Great Lakes water levels begin seasonal rise in April. How long will levels surge upward?
As the temperatures increase in April, the water levels in the Great Lakes begin to rise from the winter decline. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers predicts that April is the beginning of the seasonal rise for all the Great Lakes. Read the full story by the Erie Times-News.
SS Badger to undergo repairs in Sturgeon Bay ahead of sailing season
The SS Badger Lake Michigan car ferry is set to travel to Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, on April 29 for essential repairs before the start of the sailing season on May 16. Read the full story by WPBN-TV – Traverse City, MI.
Michigan’s roadside parks will reopen soon. Some offer more than a place to rest
Even if you aren’t in need of a break from driving, Michigan’s roadside parks offer incredible views, sandy beaches and other attractions that make them worth a stop. Read the full story by The Sault News.
EDITORIAL: No matter how wild the world, sea lampreys suck
During the COVID-19 pandemic, when disruptions to life and work took hold, the sea lampreys took hold, too. We need to fortify our Great Lakes — and the $7 billion-plus fishery, 75,000 jobs, lifestyle and ecological safety they provide. Read the full story by the Traverse City Record-Eagle.