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Great Lakes Daily News: 12 July 2006
A collaborative project of the Great Lakes Information Network and the Great
Lakes Radio Consortium.

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Ballast project enlists industry
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The Twin Ports could play a key role in slowing the flow of invasive species into the Great Lakes, thanks to a $3.5 million research program that will be launched today. Source: Duluth News Tribune (7/12)


Asian carp: Can't beat them? Eat them
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Asian carp have yet to enter Lake Michigan and the Great Lakes, but downriver, bighead and silver carp are rapidly taking over parts of the Illinois. Source: National Public Radio (7/12)


EDITORIAL: Region must address water supply problem
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With Lake Michigan to the east, it's difficult to imagine that our region may not have enough water to accommodate future demand. But because of our inability and/or indifference to manage growth, that could be the case. Source: The Elgin Courier News (7/12)


Industry steps up regulations
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Pressed by environmental lawsuits, lawmakers and public demand, the maritime industry is moving faster than ever toward removing exotic species from the ballast water in ships. Source: Duluth News Tribune (7/12)


Giant mosquito 'gallinippers' are out for blood
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It's a good year to be a mosquito in the Toledo area, as giant mosquitoes have joined the growing population and officials worry about a possible increase in West Nile virus cases. Source: The Toledo Blade (7/12)


Small boats flock to Mackinac
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Although the big boats are the stars of the annual Port Huron to Mackinac race, this year the shore course classes, traditionally the smaller or slower boats, are setting records for number of entries. Source: Detroit Free Press (7/12)


Marinas batten down in a choppy boating season
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This season's combination of inconsistent weather, low water levels and rising gas prices could be a severe threat to businesses that cater to boaters, but local marinas say they are not discouraged. Source: Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (7/12)


Ohio state officials taking wind out of kite tubing's sails
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Ohio authorities reminded thrill seekers yesterday that kite tubing, the new high-flying water sport, is illegal on state waters. Source: The Columbus Dispatch (7/12)


Fish virus present in Lake St. Clair
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A virus that causes disease in fish is present in several fish species in Lake St. Clair, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources said Tuesday. Source: WDIV-TV (7/11)


COMMENTARY: New Berlin water diversion planning in the works for years
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Some southeastern Wisconsin water watchdogs were surprised by recent news about the city of New Berlin's application to divert Lake Michigan water to the city's west side, but records show New Berlin has been pursuing that option for more than two years. Source: WisOpinion.com (7/11)


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