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April 23, 2026
Meet the 2026 Wavemaker Honorees
Not everyone who cares about the Great Lakes does it from a stage. A lot of work happens in meeting rooms, on beaches, in classrooms, and in communities that don’t always make […]
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April 22, 2026
At the Edge of the Water: Two Leaders, One Shoreline, One Shared Responsibility
For Patrick G. Rodriguez Sr., it started with a newspaper article. A new member of the Indiana Harbor–East Chicago Lions Club brought information about Adopt-a-Beach to a meeting. The club […]
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April 20, 2026
The Pennsylvania primary election is almost here
Lake Erie needs your vote! The Pennsylvania primary election is almost here. Races up and down the ballot will have an impact on Lake Erie, our drinking water, our health, […]