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An environmental watchdog group is voicing their concerns surrounding the Eagle Mine and the effect on ground and surface water. “Save the Wild U.P” President Kathleen Heideman says they are concerned about the long term effects of mining on surface water, drinking water and water sheds. “Treated industrial waste water …

Native American students attending Northern Michigan University will no longer need to be enrolled in a degree-granting program to receive the Michigan Indian Tuition Waiver. NMU President Fritz Erickson announced the change during a meeting with members of the Hannahville Indian Community. He said it is meant to assist Native …

It’s been a busy June for an endangered bird in Michigan. Seven peregrine falcons have hatched in different parts of the Upper Peninsula this month – three in Houghton and four in Sault Ste. Marie. Brian Roell a state wildlife biologist in Marquette says the birds used to be on …