LANSING — A recent study uncovers the changes within historical tree biodiversity hotspots in Michigan and elsewhere in the Midwest, with implications for new conservation efforts in forested areas of concern. “When we think about biodiversity hotspots, these are areas that have a lot of ...
LANSING — The Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division has received one-time funding of $350,000 for whitefish recovery. The ailing species has undergone a rapid population decline in recent years, and for the first time, recovery efforts have landed a specific line in the state ...
Many folks in Michigan remember the dreadful day of May 19, 2020. Severe weather pushed the Edenville and Sanford dams in Midland and Gladwin counties past their limits, resulting in catastrophic flooding in the area. These dams, along with Secord and Smallwood dams, on the Tittabawassee ...
LANSING — Michigan is actively expanding electric vehicle infrastructure and promoting the transition to electric transportation. However, the presence of charging stations does not necessarily mean all residents can equally benefit from electric vehicles. Researchers from the University ...
LANSING - On Thursday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed Joshlyn Rasmussen, of Alpena, to serve on the Michigan Developmental Disability Council, Rasmussen previously served as neuroqueer facilitator at Grand Valley State University. Rasmussen holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and women, gender, and sexuality studies from Grand Valley State University. Rasmussen will be appointed as an individual with a developmental disability for term commencing Oct. 1 and expiring on Sept. 30, 2030. Rasmussen will succeed Areeba Nadeem, whose term will expire. The Michigan Developmental ...
LANSING - As communities across the state continue to recover from historic spring severe weather, tornadoes, and flooding, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared September as Preparedness Month in Michigan and the Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division ...
