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This black willow, submitted by Josh Stoltz, was awarded largest tree in Benzie County during the 2022 Big Tree Hunt.
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Nonprofit holds contest to find biggest trees in Michigan

Natalie Albrecht, Amanda LeClaire June 9, 2025

The two-year search is almost over for participants of the Big Tree Hunt. The contest, held by environmental nonprofit ReLeaf, challenges...

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A tree rests on the roof of a house in northern Michigan.
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Detroit Evening Report: Ice storm damage could affect holiday travel up north, DNR says

Hernz Laguerre May 23, 2025

Holiday travelers planning to venture up north for some time outdoors this weekend may be met with potential hazards and...

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Deer in urban wildlife in Detroit
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Michigan DNR expert says sharpshooting is the best strategy for managing rising deer population

Bre'Anna Tinsley April 18, 2025

The deer population has increased significantly in southeast Michigan, and as a result, so has the number of deer-related car...

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For the first time in more than 100 years, cougar cubs have been discovered living in the Michigan wild.
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For the first time in more than a century, cougar cubs sighting confirmed in the western UP

Steve Carmody March 14, 2025

State wildlife officials say they have confirmed two cougar cubs in the Upper Peninsula.It’s the first such sighting in the...

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Chickens on Organic Farm
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DNR says avian flu kills wild birds as well as poultry

Pat Batcheller February 20, 2025

A backyard poultry farm in Monroe County is the latest Michigan flock hit by the highly pathogenic Avian influenza. Hundreds of...

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Ice covers trees and power lines in a Royal Oak neighborhood.
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DNR warns ice storms can damage trees

Bre'Anna Tinsley February 18, 2025

Some trees in Michigan are more susceptible to ice damage during freezing conditions according to the Michigan Department of Natural...

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The Michigan DNR recently awarded a construction contract for the building of a new research vessel to replace the aging survey vessel Steelhead, which has been operating on the Great Lakes since 1968.
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New DNR research vessel will be solar powered, made in Michigan

Michael Livingston September 3, 2024

A state-of-the-art research vessel will soon hit the water for the state Department of Natural Resources. It’s being built by...

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Michigan kills 31,000 Atlantic salmon after they catch disease at hatchery

Associated Press June 4, 2024

HARRIETTA, Mich. (AP) — More than 31,000 Atlantic salmon raised in a Michigan fish hatchery had to be killed after...

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The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory on Belle Isle had been under construction since November 2022.
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The Metro: Belle Isle Conservancy’s efforts helping to improve the island this summer

The Metro May 21, 2024

Despite having one of its largest attractions closed for renovations, Belle Isle saw a 7% increase in visitors last year....

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The giant slide on Belle Isle will reopen this summer after shutting down due to safety concerns.
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Belle Isle slide set to reopen this summer following safety improvements

Amanda LeClaire May 14, 2024

The popular giant slide on Belle Isle is set to reopen this summer following necessary safety improvements after potential injuries...

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An interior shot of the ballroom inside the Belle Isle Boathouse.
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Deadline approaching for proposals to save historic Belle Isle Boathouse

Amanda LeClaire March 26, 2024

Preservationists are fighting to save the historic Belle Isle Boathouse in Detroit. The 40,000-square-foot building, constructed by the Detroit Boat...

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DNR considering expansion of e-bike friendly territory at state parks

Alvin (AJ) Jones March 25, 2024

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is considering allowing e-bikes on more state park trails. The changes would allow Class...

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