Few fish are as synonymous with Michigan as whitefish. Pushed to the edge by invasive species, their struggle is the tip of a cataclysmic species collapse that could change our way of life.
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Posted inOutdoors Life
Michigan rescues black bear whose head was stuck in plastic lid for 2 years
A young black bear in Montmorency County was freed by wildlife biologists on June 2 after living for two years with a plastic lid stuck around its neck. The lid likely came from a bait container that didn’t meet the requirements permitted in Michigan.
Posted inQuality of Life
As ICE plans to move into Baldwin prison, residents hope jobs will stay
The reopening is part of what has long been an on-again, off-again relationship between county residents and North Lake Correctional Facility, and many residents have doubts about whether the jobs will last.
Posted inOutdoors Life
Michigan’s shortened coyote hunting season stands, judge rules
An Ingham County Circuit Court judge said the Natural Resources Commission’s decision last year to shorten the coyote hunting season was legally sound.
Posted inTalent & Education
Michigan Teacher of the Year helps alternative students find success
While Corey Rosser’s students may have struggled with the traditional format of schooling, at Quest High School, he’s pushing them to new limits.
Posted inQuality of Life
Tiny UP island becomes even more remote as ferry access shrinks
More than 250 Michiganders signed a letter calling for the restoration of evening ferry services to and from Neebish Island, which were cut in 2024.
Posted inOutdoors Life
Michigan’s newest campground will showcase popular Marquette cliff, 'The Rock Cut'
Kona Hills Campground is a private campground started by three local friends. It’ll give access to a popular local attraction overlooking Lake Superior.
Posted inTalent & Education
Think your homework was tough? In the UP, students had to build a house
Career tech students in Houghton needed hands-on experience. So they spent a year building a house. It went up for sale last weekend.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
US officials release Line 5 environmental review; conclude project is needed
The review considered impacts of the Line 5 project along with several alternatives. It’s the first major step toward a permitting decision expected this fall.
Posted inEvents
Watch Bridge Lunch Break on the state of local media in Michigan
Four panelists discussed news deserts, trust and what’s lost because of the shrinking media landscape in north and west Michigan.