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Book explores northern Michigan’s climate haven potential
Northern Michigan is a paradise for residents and visitors. The temperate climate, buffered by the Great Lakes, also makes it a hotspot for climate migration, a theme explored in “This Magnetic North.”
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Project uses community input to guide tree planting in disadvantaged areas
Shade, cooler temperatures and improved air quality are among the reasons Lansing’s “Restoring Roots” project targets disadvantaged neighborhoods that have historically had less tree cover and greater exposure to heat.
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Shifting sand is natural to Michigan’s dunes; how to cope is controversial
Great Lakes sand dunes, especially those on the Lake Michigan shoreline, are threatened by erosion and fluctuating water levels, but there’s disagreement on alternative approaches to effectively address the problems.
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Study finds one of Michigan’s healthiest forests in Grand Rapids
A new study found the 100-acre Ken-O-Sha Park is home to one of the state’s highest-quality remaining forests.
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Protect yourself: Why ticks are spreading in Michigan
In places where ticks were once rare, expansion of the species continues.
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Book dives into history of ‘phenomenal’ Great Lakes ship architect
A new book explores the life of a prolific Midwestern naval architect.
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Rising costs complicate Michigan roadwork projects
Industry leaders say rising costs could continue pressure on transportation budgets.
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Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution
Researchers have found a decline in PFAS levels in the Great Lakes’ top predator fish species, lake trout and walleye, suggesting lower levels of long-lasting contaminants in the resources these fish consume.
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Hospitality and tourism industry scrambling to find seasonal summer help
As Michigan gears up for another busy tourist season, industry experts warn that staffing challenges remain a key concern.
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New bill would implement driving test for drivers 75 and older
A new bill introduced in Michigan would require drivers aged 75 and older to take vision, written knowledge and driving skills tests to renew their license.
