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Latest Daily News
Chicago-based Asian carp dog treat helping save Great Lakes from invasive fish
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 the bait. Read the full story by WLS-TV – Chicago, IL.
New species discovered by UMD’s Blue Heron — in the ship itself
‘Ship goo’ was found oozing out of a University of Minnesota Duluth research vessel’s rudder shaft. DNA sequencing revealed it was a previously unknown microbe species. It seems to thrive in a warm, oxygen-free environment. Read the full story by the Duluth News Tribune.
Sturgeon populations in Great Lakes recovering after longterm decline – just ask Sturgio
Biologists released lake sturgeon into the Great Lakes this June. The ancient species is a longtime resident of the regional waters around Michigan and efforts have been ongoing to conserve their numbers. Read the full story by WJBK-TV – Detroit, MI.
Will the Great Lakes be warm enough to swim this Fourth of July?
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, making it more appealing for swimmers, while Lake Huron near Caseville remains quite chilly. Read the full story by WDIV-TV – Detroit, MI.
Inland Seas Education launches $11M campaign to expand Great Lakes learning opportunities
The Inland Seas Education Association is kicking off a fundraising campaign that will be used to develop a new campus, expand their ship capacity, enhance facilities, grow staff, and give students the opportunity to learn about the Great Lakes in a unique way. Read the full story by WPBN-TV – Traverse City, MI.
Twin Ports shipping executive tapped to lead seaway development
A Superior, Wisconsin, native, Mike McCoshen, was sworn in as the new top official at the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corp. Read the full story by the Duluth News Tribune.
Trans swimmer Lev Goldberg on preparing for an epic lake-crossing and becoming a trailblazer
Transgender swimmer, Lev Goldberg, is training for a record-setting swim across the Great Lakes, with the goal of increasing trans representation and inspiring trans youth. Read the full story by CBC News.
Restoring a river, reconnecting a community along the shores of Lake Michigan
In Gary, Indiana, Audubon and partners are working on a vision for restoration rooted in community and climate resilience. Partners have come together to restore a 400-acre natural area as part of a broader 2,500-acre revitalization vision for the West Branch of the Little Calumet River. Read the full story by Audubon.
Wake boats make big waves, bigger clashes on Michigan lakes. Time for limits?
Wakeboard boats are gaining popularity in the Great Lakes region. Lakeshore residents are alarmed at the resulting shoreline erosions it causes and what it means for their property over time. Read the full story by Bridge Michigan.
Could federal cuts impact invasive species monitoring on Lake Michigan? A special report.
President Donald Trump signed a presidential memo on May 9th acknowledging the dangers of invasive carp. But Great Lakes leaders remain concerned about the consequences of cuts in federal funding. Read the full story by the Herald Times Reporter.