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July 7, 2026
Volunteer Engagement Manager
Position Summary The Alliance for the Great Lakes’ Volunteer Engagement Manager is on the front lines of engaging with and cultivating volunteers across the Great Lakes region. The Volunteer Engagement Manager oversees the Alliance’s […]
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July 6, 2026
The Michigan primary election is almost here
The Great Lakes need your vote! The Michigan primary election is almost here. Races up and down the ballot will affect the Great Lakes, our drinking water, our health, and […]
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June 25, 2026
Moderate Toxic Algal Bloom Forecast a Worrying Sign of Little Progress for Health of Lake Erie
CHICAGO, IL (June 25, 2026) – Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced its annual forecast for the severity of the Lake Erie Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB). The 2026 projection is […]