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Lake Champlain
Coverage of Lake Champlain in the Nexus archive.
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- Whale remains have been washing up in Michigan for years -- here’s why
Whale remains, including baleen, sperm, bowhead, and finback species, have been discovered across Michigan. Experts attribute this to the state's geological history, where melting glaciers and ancient waterways allowed marine life to inhabit inland regions thousands of years ago.
- Burlington’s Champlain Parkway, a project 60 years in the making, opens to the public
Burlington's Champlain Parkway, a project 60 years in the making, opened its final segment in 2026, connecting Interstate 189 to Lakeside Avenue with a two-lane road featuring bike and pedestrian paths. The $85 million project, funded by federal and state governments, faced decades of legal battles and design revisions before completion.