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Can Michigan save beloved whitefish? Fate hinges on uphill bid to kill mussels

Can Michigan save beloved whitefish? Fate hinges on uphill bid to kill mussels

Whitefish face collapse in lakes Michigan and Huron unless invasive mussels that are killing the fish are controlled. While scientists look for a miracle solution, they hope to aid whitefish by clearing mussels from spawning reefs. It’s an effort powered by putty knives, tarps and a massive steel plate known as the ‘mussel masher’. 08/08/2025 01:15 PM 3

What happened to brook trout fishing?

What happened to brook trout fishing?

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Shooting ranges, community values:

Shooting ranges, community values:

07/23/2025 06:00 AM

Water safety concerns; warm weather, cold water

Water safety concerns; warm weather, cold water

06/30/2025 02:34 PM

Hot, but fun

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Duffy begins 55th season on inland sea

Duffy begins 55th season on inland sea

06/25/2025 05:00 AM

Duffy catches record brown trout

Duffy catches record brown trout

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Spring awakening: Black bear to emerge from hibernation

Spring awakening: Black bear to emerge from hibernation

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Plover volunteers sought

Plover volunteers sought

03/27/2025 05:00 AM

Looking ahead: campsites filling up

Looking ahead: campsites filling up

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Walter Hastings:

Walter Hastings:

12/26/2024 08:00 AM

Late deer hunt continues in Leelanau

Late deer hunt continues in Leelanau

12/26/2024 08:00 AM

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