News
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Landscaping workshop for lakefront property owners
Published on July 23, 2018
Michigan State University Extension and The Michigan Natural Shorelines Partnership members are offering workshops about creating and managing natural shoreline landscapes on inland lakes.
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The benefits of septic tank risers
Published on July 23, 2018
Save money and your back by installing septic tank access risers.
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Contributors to increased phosphorus loss in drainage water and possible solutions
Published on July 17, 2018
Farmers are challenged by increased phosphorus loss due to greater phosphorus availability in the soil and increased drainage. Research is finding a suite of best management practices to help.
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Farmers needed to test EnviroImpact tool
Published on July 12, 2018
With the tool, farmers can better determine when to apply manure as a fertilizer source with lower runoff risks.
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Alien-looking blob discovered in southern Michigan lake
Published on July 9, 2018
Suspicious aquatic oddity attached to boat is actually indicator of good water quality
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Why do I need to clean my septic tank every three years?
Published on June 25, 2018
Regularly pumping and inspecting your septic system can help to keep your onsite wastewater system running longer, avoid costly repairs and protect water quality.
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Free webinar series: Improving awareness of coastal storm hazards, stormwater runoff, and risk reduction strategies
Published on June 15, 2018
Decision makers and planners – check out these free webinars to gain information about how to better support your community when facing extreme storms and flooding.
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Reducing waste one straw at a time
Published on June 4, 2018
Getting rid of plastic straws in the U.S. is a goal of several current social media campaigns.
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Lake Superior is much more than simply a big body of water, it is an ecological engine.
Published on June 4, 2018
The largest fresh body of water in the world by surface area, Lake Superior, supports commerce, impacts weather, provides sporting and tourism activities and is a vital part of the world’s fresh water resource.
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Life of Lake Superior program teaches youth the value of this Great Lake
Published on May 31, 2018
Lake Superior is much more than simply a big body of water; it is an ecological engine.
