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Where are all the birds?

Birdwatching is a favorite pastime of many people. It’s also helpful for research purposes if those birders are reporting which birds they’re seeing on eBird.org. Thanks to these kinds of reports, scientists have been able to follow the population trends of birds since the 1970’s. Unfortunately, the trends are not good. In 2019, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and other partners published a report in the journal Science that documents the decline of bird populations in North America.
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Lessons from the Lighthouse: Embracing Humility and Wisdom

Through the pitch-black night, the Captain sees a light dead ahead on a collision course with his ship. He sends a signal: “Change your course 10 degrees east.” The light signals back: “Change yours, 10 degrees west.” Angry, the Captain sends: “I’m a Navy Captain! Change your course, sir!” “I’m a seaman, second class,” comes the reply. “Change your course, sir.” Now the Captain is furious. “I’m a battleship! I’m not changing course!” There is one last reply. “I’m a lighthouse. Your call.”
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Earth Fest 2024 a Success

Munising’s Earth Fest 2024 was held throughout the month of April with many community members attending. In its second year, Earth Fest’s partnership between Alger County Renewable Energy Solutions and Munising School Public Library expanded to include the Gallery Coffee Co. with sponsorship from the Michigan Environmental Council.
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