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Lake News
EDITORIAL: Study: Block pathways to protect Great Lakes
Battle Creek Enquirer (11/18)
We now realize that many problems could have been avoided and if there had been a concerted effort to keep species such as zebra mussels and round goby out of the Great Lakes. Let's find a way now to ensure that Asian carp do not make their way into this invaluable natural resource.
Ceremony will commemorate lost ship, lost lives
The Holland Sentinel (11/15)
This coming Tuesday will mark a landmark anniversary of another November shipwreck. On Nov. 18, 1958, the Carl D. Bradley broke apart in a fierce storm in northern Lake Michigan.
Waukesha unveils details of Lake Michigan water plan
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (11/13)
Acting under provisions of the Great Lakes Water Compact, Waukesha officials revealed details Thursday of plans to seek Lake Michigan water and return treated wastewater to the lake, likely via Underwood Creek in Wauwatosa.
Plan would block pest species from Mississippi River
Quad-City Times (11/13)
For nuisances like the zebra mussel and the round goby, a species of fish, it is far too late. But a new report by the Alliance for the Great Lakes recommends severing a century-old barge and boating link between Lake Michigan and the Mississippi River to help stop the spread of invasive species.
"Yes" vote on $250 million dollar Lake Michigan development
WNDU 16 (11/11)
The Stevensville area has an economic boost in its future. Tuesday night, in a close 4-3 vote, the Lincoln Township Board approved the 250-million dollar condo and commercial development. The 32-acre project will sit between the Lake Michigan waterfront and Red Arrow Highway.
City makes progress on Trail Creek Corridor
The News-Dispatch (11/11)
Action on two fronts is clearing the way for city efforts to develop the Trail Creek Corridor from the Blocksom property to the Eighth Street bridge.
Lake Resources
Alliance for the Great Lakes
Formerly the Lake Michigan Federation, the Alliance is a nonprofit, public interest organization focusing on protecting the Great Lakes through a variety of "Positive Change" projects.
Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant
Focuses on invasive species, aquaculture, fisheries, the future of communities that border southern Lake Michigan, and other issues that affect the coast through K-12 education, research and outreach projects.
Lake Michigan Committee
Great Lakes Fishery Commission
The committee considers fishery issues of common concern, develops joint programs and research projects and serves as a forum for management agencies.
Lake Michigan Forum
The Lake Michigan Forum was established as part of the Lake Michigan Lakewide Management Plan (LaMP) as the central vehicle for stakeholder participation in developing and implementing the LaMP. Check here for information about the Lake Michigan LaMP.
Lake Michigan Partner Network
Alliance for the Great Lakes
The Lake Michigan Federation coordinates a Partner Network of more than 100 grassroots and regional organizations from around Lake Michigan focused on restoring and maintaining the land and waters that feed into the lake.
Michigan Sea Grant
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
A partnership between the University of Michigan and Michigan State University to promote the understanding and intelligent use of the Great Lakes.
University of Wisconsin Sea Grant
A statewide program of basic and applied research, education and technology transfer dedicated to the wise stewardship and sustainable use of Great lakes and ocean resources.
Great Lakes Information Network
Last updated: July 12, 2006
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