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New book digs into Indigenous cuisine through archaeology, culture, ecology
In a new book, archeologists who study past societies of the Great Lakes and Midwest agree “you are what you eat,” but they say there’s a lot more to it than that.
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Scientists seek sources of fecal pollution that can contaminate rivers, close beaches
Water quality experts are using DNA tools to track down contamination responsible for beach closures and reduced recreational opportunities along the Great Lakes and other Michigan inland lakes and streams.
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Michigan black bears move south
Around 80% of Michigan’s bear population is found in the Upper Peninsula But the DNR has found a 37% increase in the number of bears in the Lower Peninsula since 2012.
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Walkable communities associated with better health, study shows
Your proximity to a bus stop, the diversity of nearby businesses and the size of blocks in your neighborhood could have implications for your health.
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State program brings fourth graders to state parks
In a world dominated by smartphones and screen time, the Department of Natural Resources aims to reconnect kids with Michigan’s great outdoors.
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State continues to support restoration of iconic lighthouses
A report from the Michigan Lighthouse Assistance Program said more than $2.9 million in matching grants has been awarded since the program began in 2000, benefitting dozens of preservation projects across the state.
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Male teacher shortage continues to be a problem in Michigan
A recent report found widespread teacher shortages to be a continuing problem in Michigan, with male teachers in especially short supply.
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Lawmakers consider new rules for pet cemeteries
A recent legislative proposal would tighten regulations for pet cemeteries in Michigan.
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State asks residents to prepare their homes for wildfires
In Michigan, it only takes a sunny afternoon, a yard full of dead leaves and one bad decision to turn spring cleaning into a wildfire.
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Budget cuts threaten Great Lakes weather forecasting
Proposed federal budget cuts could cripple the ability of Michigan forecasters to monitor extreme weather and climate shifts, researchers warn.
