Veterans Memorial Park
Coverage of Veterans Memorial Park in the Nexus archive.
- Lake St. Clair algae muck pilot program to launch this fall at shoreline locations
A three-year pilot program will begin removing algae muck from Lake St. Clair shorelines in Harrison Township and St. Clair Shores this fall, funded by nearly $900,000 in state funds. The initiative aims to study the lake bed and explore long-term solutions for Microseira wollei muck, which has caused beach closures, foul odors, and limited water access for residents.
- Pilot project aimed at removing & studying Lake St. Clair muck to begin this fall
A three-year pilot project to remove algae muck (Microseira wollei) from Lake St. Clair in Macomb County begins this fall, targeting three shoreline areas. The project, funded by an $800,000 state earmark, aims to study the muck's growth patterns and develop long-term management strategies.
- Heat wave safety: What you need to know
A weeklong heat wave is expected to begin in Watervliet, N.Y., prompting residents to seek cooling measures like the newly opened pool at Veterans Memorial Park. Some homes in the area lack air conditioning, relying instead on furnaces.
- Why Michigan is emerging as one of America’s worst-hit climate states
Michigan experienced 33 tornadoes and severe flooding last year, with a specific tornado in Ann Arbor causing significant damage to parks and infrastructure. Researchers attribute these extreme weather events to climate change.