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2008:			December - November - October - September - August - July - June - May - April - March - February - January
	December
		• 30 -	Michigan's Agri-Business Sector on the Grow in 2008: Ag-based businesses poised for job creation, business expansion
		• 30 -	Upper Peninsula Citizen Advisory Council to Meet Jan. 15 in Powers
		• 30 -	Michigan Plum Growers Vote to Support Marketing Program
		• 29 -	DNR Invites Public Comment on the New Draft 2009-2019 Strategic Plan for the Parks and Recreation Division
		• 29 -	Pere Marquette Rail Trail Open for Snowmobile Season
		• 29 -	Waterfowl Season Reopens in Southern Michigan
		• 23 -	DNR Asks for Citizens' Assistance on Reporting Snowmobile Trail Sign Damage/Theft
		• 22 -	Workshops to Help Michigan Facilities with Hazardous Chemical Inventory Reporting
		• 22 -	Second Beneficial Use Impairment Removed in the Saginaw Bay/River Area of Concern
		• 22 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in January in Southeastern Michigan
		• 22 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Hosts Winter Trails Day Events on Jan. 10
		• 22 -	Portion of North Central State Trail Reopens
		• 18 -	DNR Seeks Help Finding Lower Peninsula Denned Bears
		• 18 -	Snowshoe Hikes Scheduled for Hoffmaster State Park
		• 17 -	Gerber-Nestlé Nutrition to Invest $75 Million over 10 Years
		• 16 -	Arbor Day Mini-Grants Awarded
		• 15 -	DNR Encourages Hunters to Report Hunting Activity Online
		• 15 -	DNR Issues Additional Antlerless Deer Licenses for Kent County
		• 15 -	DEQ Hosting Information Session Regarding Holland Board of Public Works Proposed Air Permit
		• 15 -	Segment of North Central State Trail Temporarily Closed
		• 15 -	Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center Offers Winter Programs
		• 12 -	State Seeks Grant Proposals to Expand Agricultural Products: Submission deadline is January 12, 2009
		• 12 -	DNR Conservation Officers Continue Investigation of Privately-Owned Cervid Facility Tied to Macomb County Firearm Case
		• 11 -	Winter Weather and Holiday Season Present Health Hazards for Livestock, Pets
		• 11 -	Citizens Committee for Michigan State Parks to Meet Dec. 17 at the Foster Community Center in Lansing
		• 11 -	Eddy Discovery Center Announces Winter Program Schedule
		• 11 -	Black Lake Sturgeon Spearing Season Application Period Begins Jan. 12
		• 11 -	2008 Outreach and Education Grants for Forest Stewardship Awarded
		• 10 -	Michigan's Clean Corporate Citizen Program Welcomes Haviland Enterprises, Inc.
		• 10 -	Lantern Light Cross-Country Skiing Offered This Winter at Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park
		• 10 -	Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center Announces Winter Programs
		• 10 -	White Pine Snowmobile Trail Reopens in Wexford County
		• 10 -	Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center to Host Native Plant Sale May 2; Pre-Orders Available Now
		• 09 -	Snowmobile Riders Can Continue to Access Village of Lovells
		• 09 -	DNR Reminds ORV Riders to Contact Local Units of Government Before Riding on Local Roads
		• 09 -	NRC Approves New Regulations for Deer Rehabilitators
		• 08 -	DNR Reports State Snowmobile Trails Ready to Ride in Some Parts of the State
		• 08 -	Make Your 2009 Summer Camping Reservations Now for Michigan State Parks, Recreation Areas and Harbors
		• 08 -	DNR Announces 2008 Firearm Deer Season Harvest Estimates
		• 08 -	Chesaning Student Wins 2009 Wild Turkey Cooperator Patch Design Contest
		• 05 -	Van Etten Lake State Forest Campground Remains Closed This Winter
		• 05 -	Western Upper Peninsula Citizen Advisory Council Meeting Dec. 16 in Houghton
		• 04 -	Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Board Recommends 81 Projects and Acquisitions Totaling $48.5 Million
		• 03 -	Joint Efforts Lead to Completion of Scrap Tire Cleanups in Osceola County
		• 03 -	Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas Offer Winter Camping
		• 02 -	Plea Agreement Reached for Storage Tank Violations in Wayne County
		• 01 -	State Drops Bovine TB Potential High-Risk Area Designations: Whole-herd cattle testing in Iosco and Shiawassee counties found no bovine Tuberculosis
		• 01 -	Make Your Own Snowshoes at Tahquamenon Falls State Park
		• 01 -	White Pine Snowmobile Trail Partially Closed Into Snowmobile Season
	November
		• 26 -	Hunting Seasons Reopen for Ruffed Grouse and Pheasant on Dec. 1
		• 26 -	Muzzleloader Seasons Open Dec. 5 and 12 Across State
		• 25 -	Dept. of Agriculture Kicks Off Fresh Christmas Tree Season : Select Michigan Christmas trees for a fresh, festive, fragrant holiday
		• 25 -	Wild Game Processing Safety Reminders
		• 24 -	Give the Gift of Outdoors this Holiday Season with a 2009 State Park or Boating Access Site Permit or Gift Certificate
		• 24 -	Natural Resources Commission to Meet Dec. 4 in Lansing
		• 24 -	Pere Marquette Rail-Trail Remains Partially Closed as Snowmobile Season Opens
		• 24 -	Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Winter Weekend in UP Feb. 27-March 1
		• 20 -	Judge Directs Worth Township to Stop Sewage Discharge into Michigan's Waters
		• 20 -	Make It a "Select Michigan" Thanksgiving and Buy Local: State also offers food safety tips for the holiday
		• 17 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southeastern Michigan
		• 17 -	DNR and USFWS Seek Information in Wolf Poaching Case
		• 17 -	DTE Energy Foundation Tree Planting Grants Now Available
		• 13 -	Stacy Welling Named DNR U.P. Field Deputy
		• 13 -	Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center Announces Winter Program Schedule
		• 13 -	Fort Custer Recreation Area Expands Winter Camping Opportunities
		• 12 -	Steve Sluka of Newaygo County Named DNR Partner in Conservation
		• 11 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Offers Snowshoe-Making Workshops
		• 10 -	Michigan Revises Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine to Include Entire Lower Peninsula
		• 07 -	New Fishing Regulations Expand Opportunities, Limit Smelt Harvest
		• 07 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Newberry Forest Management Unit on Dec. 1
		• 07 -	DNR Conservation Officer Makes Arrest in Newspaper Vending Box Thefts
		• 06 -	Grandville Wastewater Treatment Plant Wins National Award
		• 06 -	Settlement Reached with the City of Harbor Beach
		• 06 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Shingleton Forest Management Unit on Dec. 3
		• 06 -	DNR-MSUE Employee Honored for Outdoor Education Efforts
		• 06 -	Hunters Reminded of Upper Peninsula Antler Restrictions
		• 06 -	DNR Issues Tips on Reducing Lead Exposure in Venison
		• 05 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 03 -	Hunters Reminded to Visit DNR Check Station to Help Monitor Disease, Manage Deer
		• 03 -	Hunters Encouraged to Donate Venison to Feed Michigan's Hungry
		• 03 -	Schoolcraft County Deer Check Station Open on Nov. 19
	October
		• 31 -	Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center to Host Deer Hunters Open House on Nov. 8
		• 30 -	Michigan Farm to School Website Now on the Menu: Helping schools link to local food
		• 30 -	Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Schoolcraft County
		• 30 -	Natural Resources Commission to Meet Nov. 6 in Lansing
		• 30 -	DEQ and National-Standard Agree to Terms for Creek Clean-up in Niles
		• 30 -	November 6 Community Meeting on Dow Corrective Action Work
		• 30 -	Iron County Resident Named Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
		• 29 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Honors Its Outstanding Employees For 2008
		• 29 -	Bobcat Lawsuit Finalized; DNR Reinstates Lower Peninsula Bobcat Trapping Season
		• 29 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Gladwin Forest Management Unit on Dec. 2
		• 27 -	State Offers Trick-or-Treat Food Safety Tips
		• 27 -	Stephenson DNR Office Announces Deer Check and Furbearer Registration Hours
		• 23 -	2008-09 Community Forestry Grants Awarded
		• 23 -	DNR Biologist Honored by Michigan State University
		• 23 -	DNR Hosts Open Houses in Traverse City Forest Management Unit
		• 23 -	Keweenaw Point Citizen Advisory Committee to Meet Oct. 29 in Allouez
		• 20 -	Fort Custer Recreation Area Welcomes the Chinese Consulate Oct. 25
		• 20 -	Radon Action Week is October 19-25, 2008 DEQ Encourages Home Testing
		• 20 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southern Michigan
		• 17 -	Applications Sought for Grants to Remove Illicit Storm Sewer Connections
		• 17 -	DNR Offers Sale of State-Owned Land from Land Review Project
		• 17 -	Director Chester to Participate in Town Hall Meeting In Southwest Detroit
		• 16 -	Pheasant Season to Open in Lower Peninsula Oct. 20
		• 15 -	State officials to outline Emerald Ash Borer Quarantine Information for Public Officials in Houghton and Keweenaw Counties
		• 15 -	Statewide Town Hall Meetings on Chronic Wasting Disease Scheduled in October
		• 14 -	E. coli Outbreak Update, October 14, 2008
		• 14 -	Statewide Town Hall Meetings on Chronic Wasting Disease Scheduled in October
		• 14 -	Dodge #4 State Park Hosting 'Last Chance Fishing Tournament' on Cass Lake Oct. 26
		• 14 -	Learn to Make Snowshoes at Ludington State Park
		• 13 -	Pigeon River Advisory Council to Meet Oct. 24
		• 13 -	Lincoln Street Boating Access Site Closes for Construction
		• 13 -	Special Deer Season for Hunters with Certain Disabilities Opens Thursday
		• 13 -	Upper Peninsula Citizen Advisory Council Meeting Oct. 22 in Escanaba
		• 10 -	Natural Resources Commission Approves Deer Baiting and Feeding Ban for Lower Peninsula
		• 08 -	Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Delta County
		• 08 -	Fort Custer Recreation Area Offers New Disc Golf Course
		• 08 -	Duck Season Opens in Southern Michigan
		• 08 -	Holland State Park Receives a New Camper Cabin
		• 07 -	'Ask the DNR' to Air Oct. 16 on CMU Public Television
		• 07 -	Cranes of Waterloo Festival Planned for Oct. 25
		• 07 -	Michigan Wastewater Treatment Plants Recognized for Water Quality Achievements
		• 07 -	Additional Reward Money Offered in Keweenaw County Wolf Poaching Case
		• 06 -	New Public Hunting Lands Maps Available Online
		• 06 -	Waterloo Recreation Area's Portage Lake Campground Hosting U- M vs. MSU Football Weekend Oct. 24-26
		• 06 -	DNR Releases Draft Tittabawassee River Assessment for Public Input
		• 06 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Hosts 'Critters in the Moonlight' Halloween Walk on Oct. 18
		• 03 -	Governor Proclaims October as Michigan Farm Market and Agricultural Tourism Month: Ag Director Tours Agri-Tourism Businesses in Livingston and Jackson Counties
		• 03 -	Revolving Fund Loan Commitments Announced
		• 03 -	DNR Announces Arbor Day Mini Grant Applications Available
		• 03 -	Bay City State Recreation Area Hosts Unique Halloween Trail on Oct. 18
		• 02 -	Water Withdrawal Assessment Tool Introduction
		• 02 -	DNR Seeks Information in Possible Wolf Poaching Case
		• 02 -	Natural Resources Commission to Meet Oct. 9 in Lansing
		• 02 -	DNR Fisheries Officials to Discuss New Au Sable River Trout Regulations on Oct. 9
		• 02 -	Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery Visitor Center Hosts Special Fall Nature Programs
		• 02 -	Muskegon State Park Offering Family Fun Fest Oct. 18
		• 02 -	Fall Turkey Season Opens Oct. 6
		• 02 -	Ford River Boating Access Site Has Reopened
		• 02 -	DNR's Bay City Operations Service Center Relocates to Bay City Recreation Area
		• 02 -	Tawas Point State Park's Haunted Lighthouse Scheduled for Oct. 18
		• 02 -	Fort Custer Recreation Area Hosts a 'GO-Get Outdoors' Halloween Harvest Festival Oct. 17-18
		• 01 -	Michigan Cattle Producers Leading the Nation in Food Traceability Efforts: Beef products easily traced to farm of origin with state's electronic ID program
		• 01 -	Michigan Dry Bean Stock Report
		• 01 -	Sharps Disposal Regulations in Michigan
	September
		• 30 -	DNR Hosts Open Houses in Cadillac Forest Management Unit Oct. 28-29
		• 30 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Gwinn Forest Management Unit on Oct. 23
		• 30 -	Archery Deer Season Opens on Wednesday
		• 30 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 29 -	Scrap Tire Market Development Grant Program Funding Applications Available
		• 29 -	Michigan's 2008 Kirtland's Warbler Population Reaches Another Record High
		• 29 -	Annual Fall Harvest Celebration at Wilson State Park Oct. 10-11
		• 29 -	Proud Lake State Recreation Area Hosting 'Panic at Proud Lake' and Harvest Festivals in October
		• 29 -	Information Session Regarding Wolverine Coal-Fired Power Plant Proposed Air Permit
		• 26 -	Governor Requests Federal Disaster Assistance For Michigan Farmers: Drought, high winds, and flooding damaged crops in more than 70 counties
		• 26 -	DEQ and Village of Howard City Reach Settlement Agreement over Water Quality Violation
		• 26 -	Granholm, King of Sweden Host Clean Energy Summit
		• 25 -	Glen Lake Boating Access Site Will Experience Temporary Closure for Dredging Oct. 1-8
		• 25 -	Manistique Lake Boating Access Site Closing Temporarily Oct. 6-27
		• 25 -	DNR Continues Gas-Saving Storage Program; Eliminates Fee for Intermittent Camping Storage Periods
		• 25 -	DNR Shooting Ranges Help Hunters Prepare for Fall Hunting Seasons
		• 25 -	DEQ Assists Lansing Redevelopment Efforts
		• 24 -	'GO-Get Outdoors' at the 5th Annual P.H. Hoeft State Park Harvest Festival Oct. 4
		• 24 -	North Higgins Lake State Park Celebrates Fall on Sept. 27
		• 24 -	Citizens Committee for Michigan State Parks to Meet Oct. 1 at the Delta Township District Library
		• 24 -	Fall Harvest Festival Planned at Straits State Park Oct. 4
		• 24 -	DNR Hosts Open House at Hartwick Pines State Park Oct. 7
		• 24 -	Bruin Lake Campground Hosting its 2nd Annual Fall Harvest Festival Oct. 4
		• 24 -	South Higgins Lake State Park Presents 'Higgins Harvest Festival' Oct. 3-5
		• 24 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southern Michigan
		• 23 -	DEQ Encourages Alternatives to Leaf Burning
		• 22 -	Settlement Reached with Village of Dexter
		• 18 -	Fort Wilkins Historic State Park Hosting 2nd Annual Fall Harvest/Geocaching Event Sept. 27
		• 18 -	Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Ionia State Recreation Area Scheduled for Sept. 26-27
		• 18 -	Gillette Sand Dune Visitor Center Announces Fall Program Schedule
		• 18 -	Universally Accessible Playground Groundbreaking Ceremony at J. W. Wells State Park Sept. 27
		• 17 -	Low Risk Cervid facilities to be released from quarantine: Facilities must be compliant with CWD and Bovine TB requirements
		• 17 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Grayling Forest Management Unit on Oct. 15
		• 17 -	DNR Announces Salmon Available for Local Purchase
		• 17 -	Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center Announces Fall Program Schedule
		• 16 -	Two Hearted River Foot Bridge Reopens in Luce County
		• 16 -	DNR Frequently Asked Questions About Hunting in the CWD Surveillance Zone in Kent County
		• 16 -	PLEASE NOTE: An earlier version of this release did not specify this is a private land hunt only. This is being re-issued today to clarify. Special Antlerless-Only Deer Season Opens Thursday
		• 16 -	Volunteers Invited to Collect Native Seeds in State Parks and Recreation Areas
		• 16 -	Scrap Tire Cleanup Grant Program Funding Applications Available
		• 16 -	Warren Dunes State Park Day Use Area Temporarily Closed Due to Flooding and Road Damage
		• 15 -	Green Chemistry Action Plan Released
		• 15 -	Safari Club International Rewards Hunters Who Returned DNR Surveys
		• 15 -	DNR Seeks Public Participation at Southwestern Management Unit Public Meeting on Sept. 24
		• 15 -	DNR, MUCC to Hold Deer Management Symposium on Sept. 29
		• 12 -	FDA Issues Health Information Advisory on Infant Formula
		• 12 -	Hartwick Pines Hosts Special Evening to Celebrate Life in a Logging Camp
		• 12 -	Special Antlerless-Only Deer Season Opens Sept. 18 - Private Land Only
		• 11 -	State Tests Preparedness for Animal Disease Response: Exercise builds readiness to quickly respond to Ag disasters
		• 11 -	Michigan Revises EAB Quarantine to include Houghton and Keweenaw Counties in the U.P.
		• 11 -	State Tests Preparedness for Animal Disease Response: Exercise builds readiness to quickly respond to Ag disasters
		• 11 -	DNR Director Amends Order Restricting Movement of Deer from the CWD Surveillance Zone
		• 11 -	Green Michigan Healthcare Conference
		• 11 -	Muskallonge Lake State Park will Host 'Rock On With Lake Superior Agates'
		• 11 -	DNR Announces Deer Check Station Locations for 2008 Hunting Season
		• 10 -	Michigan's Famous and Historical Trees Sought as Part of National Effort
		• 10 -	Fayette Historic State Park Hosts Third Annual Fall Fest Oct. 4-5
		• 10 -	Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Program Offers U.P. Pheasant Hunt
		• 10 -	DNR Seeks Input into Upper Peninsula Forest Planning Process
		• 09 -	Chronic Wasting Disease Investigation Results Released: State Officials Clarify Deer Facility Quarantines
		• 09 -	Brimley State Park Hosting Third Annual Harvest Festival Oct. 3-5
		• 09 -	Michigan's Small Game Hunting Season Arrives Sept. 15
		• 09 -	Annual Waterfowl Festival Returns to Pointe Mouillee Sept. 20-21
		• 09 -	Aloha State Park Offers Two Halloween Weekends in September and October
		• 08 -	Upper Peninsula Citizen Advisory Councils Meetings Set for Sept. 17 and 18
		• 08 -	Traverse City State Park Hosts its Second Annual 'One Pot Potluck Cook-Off'
		• 08 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Atlanta Forest Management Unit on Sept. 23
		• 08 -	Baraga State Park Hosts a 'GO-Get Outdoors' Halloween Harvest Festival
		• 08 -	DNR Offers Discounted Antlerless Licenses for Fall Deer Hunting in Kent County
		• 08 -	Leelanau State Park Hosts its Second Annual Fall Harvest Festival Sept. 20
		• 08 -	Permit Issued to Livingston County Housing Community
		• 08 -	Algonac State Park's Natural Area Dedication Set for Sept. 19
		• 08 -	Phase Two Construction Scheduled to Begin at Tri-Centennial State Park
		• 08 -	Port Crescent State Park Hosting October Harvest Festivals
		• 08 -	Bewabic State Park Hosts its Third Annual Harvest Festival on Sept. 27
		• 08 -	DNR and MDA to Hold Town Hall Meeting in CWD Surveillance Zone in Kent County
		• 08 -	Waterloo Recreation Area Presents Ecology Weekend Sept. 19-20
		• 08 -	Muskallonge Lake State Park Hosting a Fall Harvest Weekend Oct. 3 - 4
		• 08 -	Clear Lake State Park Host its First Annual Harvest Festival and Photo Contest
		• 08 -	Orchard Beach State Park Sets First Fall Festival for Sept. 19-20; Includes Robot Demonstrations from Onekama High School
		• 05 -	Michigan Ag Department Appoints Holt Resident James Johnson as Director of Environmental Stewardship Division
		• 04 -	DNR Announces Tentative Diagnosis for Deer Die-Off Affecting Oakland and Macomb Counties
		• 04 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 04 -	Bear Cooperator's Patch to Return for 2008 Hunting Season
		• 03 -	State Fair Livestock Auction Raises over $135,000 for Michigan's Youth and Scholarship Fund
		• 02 -	DNR to Issue Replacement Kill Tags in CWD Surveillance Zone
		• 02 -	Halloween Harvest Days at Indian Lake State Park Sept. 11-13
	August
		• 29 -	Early Goose Season Opens Sept. 1
		• 29 -	Wayne County Dry Cleaner "Goes Green" with Environmental Loan from DEQ
		• 29 -	Further Tests Required to Determine Cause of Death in Oakland County Deer
		• 28 -	Parents and Guardians: You Have a Right to Know! Schools and licensed daycare centers must notify parents prior to applying pesticides
		• 28 -	Applications for 2009 State Pesticide Notification and Organic Farm Registries Being Accepted
		• 28 -	State Launches New Email Service Alerting Consumers of Food Recalls: Governor Granholm also proclaims September as Food Safety Education Month
		• 28 -	Ford River Boating Access Site Closes Temporarily for Construction
		• 28 -	Lower Herring Access Site Closing Temporarily Due to Road Construction
		• 28 -	Deer and Elk Feeding Ban Outlined, Will Impact Bear Baiting
		• 28 -	Applications Sought for $5.2 Million in Water Quality Improvements Grants
		• 28 -	Permits Approved for Nestle Waters Supply Well
		• 27 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southeastern Michigan
		• 27 -	Lawsuit Filed to Protect Water Quality in Willow Creek
		• 26 -	DNR Acts to Implement CWD Surveillance and Response Plan
		• 25 -	Michigan's First Case of Chronic Wasting Disease Detected at Kent County Deer Breeding Facility
		• 25 -	Michigan's First Case of Chronic Wasting Disease Detected at Kent County Deer Breeding Facility
		• 25 -	Renovations to Begin at Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground After Labor Day
		• 25 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Crystal Falls Forest Management Unit Sept. 16
		• 21 -	State Officials Encourage Top Bids for Annual Youth Livestock Auction at Michigan State Fair
		• 21 -	Sleepy Hollow State Park to Hold Dedication Ceremony for Playground
		• 21 -	Seven Lakes State Park Hosting 'GO-Get Outdoors' Camper Survivor Weekend Sept. 6-7
		• 21 -	P. J. Hoffmaster State Park Hosting 15th Annual Sportsmen for Youth Day on Sept. 6
		• 19 -	DNR Hosts Open Houses in Sault Forest Management Unit on Sept. 16 and 18
		• 19 -	Golden Memory Dance at Van Riper State Park on Sept. 6
		• 19 -	DNR Seeks Input Into Upper Peninsula Forest Planning Process
		• 19 -	NRC Approves Waterfowl Seasons and Regulations
		• 19 -	DNR Seeks Public Comment on Calkins Bridge Dam on Kalamazoo River
		• 18 -	DNR Director Authorizes Land Purchase to Add to Sterling State Park
		• 18 -	DNR Director Authorizes Acquisition of Property Near Bay City State Recreation Area
		• 18 -	DNR Reminds Anglers About Bait Restrictions
		• 18 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Escanaba Forest Management Unit Sept. 17
		• 18 -	Crossbow Permit Changes Adopted by Natural Resources Commission
		• 18 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Baraga Forest Management Unit Sept. 9
		• 14 -	Bergland Boat Access Site Closes Temporarily on Aug. 18 for Railroad Track Construction
		• 14 -	Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Hosting Hunter Harvest Festival Sept. 5-7
		• 14 -	Pontiac Lake Recreation Area Hosting an East vs. West Campground 'GO-Get Outdoors Summer Olympics' Event Labor Day Weekend
		• 14 -	DNR Reminds Hunters that Private Land Antlerless Licenses Go on Sale in September
		• 14 -	DEQ Announces New Division Chiefs
		• 14 -	Eastern Upper Peninsula Wildlife Staff to Meet with Public
		• 13 -	MI Department of Agriculture Alerts Veterinarians about Canine Brucellosis
		• 13 -	Michigan-Out-of-Doors Goes Green at Traverse City State Park Labor Day Weekend
		• 13 -	Harrisville State Park Hosting Second Annual Hunter Education Weekend Sept. 13-14
		• 13 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Hosts Annual Black Iron Days
		• 13 -	DNR Hosts Open House in Roscommon Forest Management Unit on Sept. 10
		• 12 -	DNR Reminds Hunters of September Antlerless Deer Season
		• 12 -	Forest Stewardship Outreach and Education Grants Available
		• 11 -	Rededication Ceremony of Historic Sessions Schoolhouse Set for Aug. 19 at Ionia State Recreation Area
		• 11 -	Two Hearted River Foot Bridge Temporarily Closed for Repairs
		• 11 -	DNR Offers Women's Fly Fishing for Chinook Salmon Workshop Sept. 12-14
		• 11 -	Four Appointed to Water Resources Advisory Council
		• 11 -	Antlerless Deer License Application Period Ends Aug. 15
		• 11 -	Natural Resources Commission to Meet Aug. 14 in Lansing
		• 08 -	Honee Bear Canning Selected as "2007 Michigan Agriculture Exporter of the Year"
		• 08 -	DNR Confirms Birds Positive with Type E Botulism in Mason County
		• 07 -	Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Houghton County
		• 07 -	Michigan Wine Competition Results Announced: Overall Quality of the Wines is Noteworthy
		• 07 -	Construction Scheduled for Thumb and Mullett Lake Access Sites
		• 07 -	Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center Announces August Programs
		• 07 -	Indian Lake State Park Hosting the 75th Anniversary of the Michigan Civilian Conservation Corps
		• 07 -	Crossbow Permit Changes to be Considered by Natural Resources Commission on Aug. 14
		• 06 -	Media Advisory: Wal-Mart, Naturipe Farms, and the Michigan Dept. of Agriculture To Create "World's Largest Blueberry Display"
		• 06 -	Crooked River (Alanson) Lock Will Close for 24 Hours on Aug. 11
		• 06 -	Copper Harbor Marina Fuel Supply Problem Resolved
		• 06 -	DEQ Receives National Recognition for Effective Permitting Program
		• 06 -	DNR Invites Public to Discuss Regional Bear Issues at Northern Michigan Meetings
		• 06 -	Holland State Park Hosting a Powerlifting Event on Aug. 16
		• 06 -	Cheboygan Dam Plunge Pool Scheduled for Refilling on Aug. 11
		• 05 -	Upper Peninsula Citizen Advisory Councils Set First Meetings
		• 05 -	VHS Poster Available to Download on DNR Web Site
		• 04 -	DNR Firefighters Assist Western States Battling Wildfires
		• 04 -	Special Deer Hunts for Youth and Hunters With Disabilities Set for Fall
		• 04 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Hosts 11th Annual Forest Fest
		• 04 -	DNR Names Dr. Russ Mason as New Wildlife Division Chief
		• 01 -	Permits Issued for Vreba-Hoff Dairies
	July
		• 31 -	Neighborhood Environmental Partners Program Gold Award Winners Announced
		• 31 -	MEDIA ADVISORY: Wine Experts to Gather in East Lansing for Michigan Wine and Spirits Competition
		• 31 -	Holland State Park Hosting Live Animal Program Aug. 14
		• 31 -	New Report Outlines Progress Made Preventing Sewer Overflows
		• 31 -	Rifle and Pistol Ranges at Island Lake State Recreation Area Now Open
		• 30 -	FDA Extends Consumer Warning on Serrano Peppers from Mexico
		• 30 -	Cilantro Recalled from Foodservice Marketplace For Possible Contamination from Salmonella
		• 30 -	'GO-Get Outdoors' for a 5K Run/Walk at Newaygo State Park on Aug. 9
		• 30 -	Reserved Waterfowl Hunt Applications May Be Submitted Starting Aug. 1
		• 30 -	DNR Invites Public to Discuss Regional Bear Issues at Upper Peninsula Meetings
		• 30 -	First Beneficial Use Impairment Removed in the Saginaw Bay/River Area of Concern
		• 30 -	Historic Sessions School House Re-Opens at Ionia State Recreation Area
		• 29 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 28 -	August 7 Community Meeting on Dow Corrective Action Work
		• 28 -	Tahquamenon Falls State Park Hosts Smokey Bear Day on Aug. 2
		• 28 -	Settlement Reached with Graceland Fruit and Bonney Bros. Pumping Company
		• 25 -	U.S. Grown Jalapeño and Serrano Peppers Not Connected to Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak
		• 25 -	Crooked River (Alanson) Lock in Cheboygan Re-Opens at Noon
		• 24 -	Wilderness State Park Adds Upgrades to Rustic Cabins
		• 24 -	Historical Photo Exhibit at Twin Lakes State Park Aug. 1-3
		• 24 -	Pinckney Recreation Area Offers New 'GO-Get Outdoors' Camper Cabin
		• 24 -	Road Construction Project Impacts Facilities, Access at Island Lake State Recreation Area
		• 24 -	Tomahawk C Loop Motorcycle Trail in Cheboygan County Temporarily Rerouted
		• 23 -	MDA Issues Warning Regarding Raw Jalapeno Peppers: Ongoing federal investigation links jalapenos to Salmonella outbreak
		• 23 -	Pigeon River Bridge Collapses in River
		• 23 -	New Federal Funds Available for Wildlife Habitat
		• 23 -	Indian Lake State Park Hosting a Variety of 'GO-Get Outdoors' Activities in August
		• 23 -	Citizens Committee for Michigan State Parks to Meet July 30 at Rifle River Recreation Area
		• 22 -	Michigan Ag Commission Honors Agri-business Entrepreneurs: Agri-business entrepreneurs are a growing segment of state's economy
		• 22 -	Eddy Discover Center Offers Nature Programs in August
		• 22 -	Carl T. Johnson Hunting & Fishing Center in Cadillac Offers Outdoor Recreation Programs in August
		• 22 -	2008 Fall Turkey Application Deadline Approaching
		• 22 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southeastern Michigan
		• 21 -	DNR Invites Public to Discuss Regional Bear Issues
		• 21 -	DNR Seeks Input into Planning Process for State Forests
		• 21 -	Hoeft State Park Introduces 'Yoga on the Beach' on Aug. 1
		• 21 -	Combined Effort Leads to Completion of Scrap Tire Cleanup in Mecosta County
		• 21 -	Sleepy Hollow State Park Partners with the Lansing Parks and Recreation Department to Offer Outdoor Recreation Experiences
		• 18 -	Consumer Warning Lifted For Certain Fresh Tomatoes: Advisory still in effect for raw jalapeño, serrano peppers
		• 18 -	Hunters Reminded to Make Only One Application for Antlerless Deer Licenses
		• 17 -	DNR Hosts Open Houses in Pigeon River Country Forest Management Unit
		• 17 -	Renovations to Begin at VanEtten Lake State Forest Campground
		• 17 -	Great Lakes Visitor Center Plans 'Christmas in July Week'
		• 17 -	Crooked River (Alanson) Lock in Cheboygan Requires Temporary Closure
		• 17 -	Holland State Park Hosting Star Gazing Program July 25
		• 16 -	Implementing Ag Tourism Recommendations Aids Local Economies
		• 16 -	Tomahawk Creek Flooding State Forest Campground to Undergo Renovations
		• 16 -	DNR Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Offers U.P. Salmon Fishing Workshop
		• 16 -	Researchers from Lake Superior State University will be on the Paint River in Iron County
		• 16 -	Wilderness State Park Creates Partnership to Offer Outfitter Services
		• 15 -	DEQ Laboratory Receives Award
		• 15 -	DNR Announces Community Forestry Grants Available
		• 15 -	Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Music Festival Set For Aug. 22-24
		• 15 -	Antlerless Deer Permits On Sale Starting Today
		• 15 -	Rifle and Pistol Ranges at Island Lake State Recreation Area Closing for Repairs
		• 14 -	Porcupine Mountains Hosts Special Program on the Ojibwe Culture and Way of Life
		• 14 -	P.H. Hoeft State Park Will Hosts Volleyball Tournaments on July 26 and Aug. 9
		• 14 -	Programs on the Civilian Conservation Corps Planned for North Higgins Lake and Young State Parks
		• 14 -	Eddy Discover Center Offers Nature Programs in July
		• 11 -	State Confirms Nineteen Cases Related to Nationwide Salmonella Saintpaul Outbreak
		• 11 -	Friends of the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park Named DNR Partner in Conservation
		• 11 -	DNR Recognizes Citizens of Luce County As Partners in Conservation for Support during 2007 Wildfire
		• 10 -	DNR Offers Program for Women Who Want to Learn Shotgun Skills
		• 10 -	Interlochen State Park Celebrates Christmas in July With Events July 26
		• 10 -	Wilson State Park to Celebrate Christmas in July
		• 10 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 10 -	10 Grants Awarded Across Michigan to Revitalize Local Waterfronts
		• 09 -	Michigan Shines in the Limelight of Rising Interest in Riesling
		• 09 -	Select Michigan and Associated Food & Petroleum Dealers launch "Buy Local, Eat Fresh": Program targets Nine Detroit and one Pontiac neighborhoods to advance benefits of selecting Michigan fresh, local fruits and vegetables
		• 09 -	Governor Granholm Signs Legislation Creating Historic New Protections for Great Lakes
		• 08 -	Granholm Says GM's Installation of Uni-Solar Panels Shows Michigan's Leadership in Solar Energy
		• 08 -	Errors Noted in 2008 Michigan Antlerless Deer Hunting Guide
		• 08 -	Otter Lake Boating Access Site Closes Temporarily for Construction
		• 08 -	Antlerless Deer Hunting License Application Period Begins July 15
		• 07 -	Silver Creek Pathway in Lake County Reopened
		• 07 -	Musketawa State Trail Designated National Recreation Trail
		• 03 -	Nebraska Firm Expands Recall of Beef Products Due To Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination
		• 03 -	Three Arrested in Lapeer County for Racketeering and Money Laundering
		• 02 -	Indian Lake State Park Celebrates Christmas in July
		• 02 -	Maybury State Park Hosts 'GO-Get Outdoors' History Hikes
		• 02 -	New Camper Cabin Now Available at Waterloo Recreation Area
		• 02 -	DNR Reminds Public How to Reduce Conflicts with Black Bears
		• 02 -	Public Meeting Scheduled for 'Idlewild Transformation Initiative' July 22
		• 02 -	Madison Heights Medical Office Goes "Green" with DEQ Help
		• 01 -	MDA Podcast: Food Safety over the Fourth
		• 01 -	Environmental Assurance Program Verifies Local Cass County Farm
		• 01 -	Permit for New CAFO Denied
		• 01 -	Hartwick Pines State Park Hosts Annual Wood Shaving Days
		• 01 -	Wolf Lake Hatchery Hosts Annual Fish Festival
		• 01 -	'GO-Get Outdoors' Holly Days at Hayes State Park
		• 01 -	Antlerless Deer License Quotas To Be Set at July NRC Meeting
	June
		• 30 -	NEBRASKA FIRM RECALLS BEEF PRODUCTS DUE TO POSSIBLE E. COLI O157:H7 CONTAMINATION
		• 30 -	Bay City State Recreation Area Hosts 13th Annual Saginaw Bay Waterfowl Festival
		• 30 -	Black River Assessment Public Meetings Set
		• 30 -	Natural Resources Commission to Meet July 10 in Munising
		• 30 -	DEQ Challenges EPA Air Quality Redesignation
		• 27 -	Bear Hunting Licenses Still Available for Western U.P. Management Units
		• 26 -	Homeowners Read Fertilizer Labels Carefully When Treating Lawns
		• 26 -	Farm Service Agency Designates 60 Michigan Counties as Agriculture Disaster Areas: Decision Allows Farmers to Receive Emergency Farm Loans
		• 26 -	Celebrate Independence Day with Food Safety
		• 26 -	Construction at Four Lower Peninsula Access Sites Begins in July
		• 26 -	DNR Investigates Fish Kill on Pigeon River
		• 26 -	DNR Seeks Information in Wolf Poaching Case
		• 25 -	OHIO FIRM RECALLS GROUND BEEF PRODUCTS DUE TO POSSIBLE E. COLI O157:H7 CONTAMINATION
		• 25 -	Seven Lakes State Park Closes Dickinson Boat Ramp for Construction
		• 25 -	Great Lakes Tissue Company Reaches Settlement with State
		• 25 -	Brighton State Recreation Area Hosts 'GO-Get Outdoors' Chainsaw Carving Demonstration July 5
		• 24 -	Michigan's Many E. coli Cases Linked to Ground Beef: Most cases report purchasing and consuming ground beef from Kroger
		• 24 -	Governor Granholm's Letter to Agriculture Secretary Edward T. Schafer Requesting Federal Disaster Relief, June 2008
		• 23 -	Wojtala Elected President of the Association of Food and Drug Officials
		• 23 -	DNR Reopens State Forest Campground and Trails in Lake and Osceola Counties
		• 23 -	Volunteers Needed for Stewardship Workdays in Southeast Michigan
		• 23 -	Fall Wild Turkey Season Application Period Begins July 1
		• 23 -	DNR and Tower Kleber Limited Partnership Announce Groundbreaking for Black River Streamside Lake Sturgeon Rearing Facility
		• 20 -	West Mullett Lake Snowmobile Trail Public Comment Meeting Scheduled for June 28
		• 20 -	DEQ Breaks Ground on New "Green" Bay City District Office
		• 20 -	Decision Reached on Permit for Marathon Oil Refinery
		• 20 -	MacMullan Conference Center Announces Openings for Event Bookings
		• 20 -	2008 Bear Hunt Drawing Results Available Online June 30
		• 19 -	Ionia State Recreation Area Hosts Horseback-Riding Event to Benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
		• 18 -	Wojtala Elected President of the Association of Food and Drug Officials
		• 18 -	Consumers reminded to use caution when applying insect repellents: Insect repellents containing DEET can be harmful to children when used improperly
		• 18 -	Michigan Resident Receives National Hunter Education Volunteer Instructor of the Year Recognition
		• 18 -	New Partnerships at Mitchell State Park Benefit Campers
		• 18 -	Storm Damage Temporarily Closes State Forest Campground and Trails in Lake and Osceola Counties
		• 18 -	Bay City State Recreation Area Hosts "Message from the Marsh"
		• 17 -	Ludington State Park Reopens
		• 17 -	Wellhead Protection Grants Awarded
		• 17 -	DEQ Hosts 'Saginaw Bay Phragmites Awareness Day' on June 20th
		• 17 -	DNR Offers Kayaking Workshop for Women
		• 17 -	Twin Lakes State Park Continues Partnerships With Local Businesses to Benefit Campers
		• 16 -	DEQ and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to Host Meeting on Saginaw River Dredging Project
		• 16 -	Michigan Outdoor Recreational Safety Weekend Slated for July 19-20 in Davison
		• 16 -	Probable Cougar Tracks Found in Delta County
		• 16 -	Anglers Can Help Slow the Spread of Fish Disease
		• 13 -	Michigan-Grown Tomatoes Declared Safe to Eat by FDA
		• 13 -	DNR Temporarily Closes Ludington State Park Due to Heavy Rain and Flooding
		• 12 -	DNR and The Nature Conservancy Finalize Easement for More Than 36,000 Acres in U.P.
		• 09 -	DEQ Director to Speak at Public Forum on Climate Change in Southfield
		• 06 -	DNR Reminds Grads to Keep Water Safety in Mind While Celebrating
		• 06 -	DNR to Proceed With Acquisition of Land Adjacent to Muskegon State Park
		• 06 -	DNR Hosts Event to Highlight Advances in Accessibility Equipment for Outdoor Recreation
		• 06 -	Brian Roell Named Wildlife Biologist of the Year By Safari Club International's Michigan Chapter
		• 06 -	Lt. Jane Gordon Named Conservation Officer of the Year By Safari Club International - Michigan Chapter
		• 06 -	Governor Proclaims Water Week in Michigan
		• 06 -	DEQ and Muskegon County Reach Settlement Agreement over Water Violations
		• 05 -	Cheboygan State Park Hosting Duncan Bay Day on June 21
		• 05 -	Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park Plans June 'GO-Get Outdoors' Events
		• 04 -	DNR Fisheries Division Releases Management Updates for Waters in Southwest Michigan
		• 04 -	GO-Get Outdoors at Five Southeast Michigan State Parks to Enjoy Free Fishing Weekend Activities
		• 03 -	Eddy Discovery Center Announces June Nature Programs
		• 03 -	NRC Considering Deer Regulation Changes Thursday
		• 02 -	DNR Announces New Chief of Law Enforcement Division
		• 02 -	Harrisville State Park Holding 'GO-Get Outdoors' Explorer Guide Weekend on June 21-22
	May
		• 30 -	Thunder Valley Equestrian Trail Hosts National Trails Day Observance June 7
		• 30 -	DNR Reminds Anglers of Closed Fishing Status on Upper Black River Until June 15
		• 29 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Participates in Nationwide Emerald Ash Borer Trapping Program: Purple traps will be hung throughout the Upper Peninsula
		• 29 -	Michigan's Free Fishing Weekend Slated for June 7-8
		• 29 -	Bay City State Recreation Area Hosting 14th Annual Free Fishing Festival
		• 29 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 29 -	DEQ Grant Moves Redevelopment Project Forward in Cadillac
		• 29 -	Michigan Promotes "Clean Boats Every Day" Initiative
		• 29 -	North Central State Trail Dedication Ceremony Planned for June 7
		• 28 -	Environmental Assurance Program Verifies First Greenhouse: Kalamazoo County operation recognized by program
		• 28 -	DeTour State Harbor Hosting Fishing Tackle Swap Meet on June 8
		• 28 -	DNR Seeks Public Input on Revision of Michigan Threatened and Endangered Species List
		• 28 -	DEQ Director to Host Public Forum on Climate Change in Grand Rapids
		• 28 -	Second Annual Port Austin State Harbor Festival Slated for June 7
		• 28 -	Waterloo Recreation Area Celebrates Free Fishing Weekend June 7
		• 28 -	Baraga State Park Hosting Free Fishing Pond for Kids on June 7
		• 28 -	Michigan Fisheries Visitor Center Hosts Free Catch-And-Release Fishing Program
		• 27 -	Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Board Sub-Committee on Criteria Review to Hold Meeting June 4
		• 27 -	South Higgins Lake State Park Hosting Classic Cars, Boat and RV Shows in June
		• 27 -	Water Quality Monitoring Grants Awarded
		• 27 -	Mears State Park to Host 'GO-Get Outdoors' Safety Awareness Day June 7
		• 27 -	Indian Lake State Park Offering Special Programs for Free Fishing Weekend June 7-8
		• 27 -	Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground Reopens
		• 27 -	Four State Forest Campgrounds Closed for Well Repairs
		• 27 -	Mackinac Island State Harbor and Cheboygan Lock are Open
		• 23 -	EPA orders Scotts to stop sales of two more pesticides with false or misleading labels
		• 23 -	Reminder to Michigan Travelers: it's Illegal to Move Firewood: Violators face up to $250k in fines and jail time
		• 22 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Showcases State's Consumer Protection Efforts at Williamston Gas Station
		• 21 -	DNR Reminds Citizens That Fire Danger is High This Weekend
		• 21 -	Tawas Point State Park Looking for Lighthouse Keepers
		• 21 -	New 'Green' Campground Toilet/Shower Building Now Open to Campers at Grand Haven State Park
		• 20 -	Leave Wildlife in the Wild: Citizens Urged to Not Handle or Adopt Young Wildlife
		• 20 -	Volunteers Needed for June Stewardship Workdays in Southeastern Michigan
		• 20 -	DNR Offers Fly Fishing Workshop for Women
		• 20 -	Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Visitor Center Announces Summer Program Schedule
		• 19 -	Wilderness Visitor Center at Porkies Offers Nature Programs This Weekend
		• 19 -	Harrisville State Park Offers Unique 'GO-Get Outdoors' Discovery Event
		• 19 -	Grindstone City Boating Access Site Temporarily Closes for Dredging
		• 19 -	Reward Offered for Information in Bald Eagle Shooting Case in Menominee County
		• 16 -	Fort Wilkins Historic State Park Hosts Memorial Day Ceremony
		• 15 -	Governor Granholm Declares EAB Awareness Week: Michigan working to stop spread of Emerald Ash Borer in U.S.
		• 14 -	Renewable Fuels Commission Tackles Food Vs. Fuel Debate: Need for supply and production inventory, challenges discussed
		• 14 -	Michigan Agriculture Industry Continues to Generously Support Local Food Banks: Food donated through the Michigan Agricultural Surplus System feeds hungry Michigan families
		• 14 -	Van Buren State Park Hosts 'GO-Get Outdoors' 5K Run/Walk and Volleyball Tournament
		• 14 -	Coguaiak Prairie Planting at Fort Custer Recreation Area on May 31
		• 14 -	Lakeport State Park Opens a Camper Cabin
		• 14 -	Guidelines for Handling Birds With Suspected Cases of Botulism Announced
		• 13 -	DNR Announces Reopening of All State Forest Campgrounds
		• 13 -	DNR Reminds Residents to Give Mute Swans Space
		• 12 -	DNR Offers Sale of State-Owned Land from Land Review Project
		• 12 -	Citizens Committee for Michigan State Parks to Meet May 28 at P. J. Hoffmaster State Park
		• 12 -	Updated Off-Road Vehicle Management Plan Adopted at NRC Meeting
		• 12 -	Wildlife Regulation Changes Approved at May NRC Meeting
		• 09 -	Land Use Order Approved to Designate Certain Trails Motorcycle-Only
		• 09 -	Portion of Trail Temporarily Closed in Ontonagon County
		• 09 -	Michigan State Parks and Recreation Areas Offering Free Camper Storage to Save on Fuel
		• 09 -	DNR Director Signs Land Use Order to Regulate Pigeon River Country State Forest
		• 08 -	DEQ Director to Participate in Public Meetings on Climate Change
		• 07 -	Michigan Volunteer River, Stream, and Creek Cleanup Grant Awards Announced
		• 06 -	Pseudorabies Identified in Swine on a Michigan Game Ranch: Michigan State Ag Dept. takes action to protect swine industry
		• 06 -	DNR Coolwater Fish Production Strategy for 2008 Announced
		• 06 -	Tahquamenon Falls State Park Hosts Fishing Tournament on May 15-17
		• 06 -	DEQ Resolves Violations with the Village of Kingston
		• 05 -	Renewable Fuels Commission Meeting Notice: Commission to discuss bio-energy initiatives, recommendations
		• 05 -	2008 Elk and Bear Hunting Application Period Now Open
		• 05 -	Bewabic State Park Hosts a 'GO-Get Outdoors' Explore the Outdoors Event
		• 05 -	Brimley State Park to Host Two 'GO-Get Outdoors' Wood Carving Days
		• 05 -	Sugar Island and Lake George Channel Public Symposium
		• 05 -	May 7 Community Meeting on Dow Corrective Action Work
		• 05 -	Water Quality Monitoring Grants Awarded
		• 02 -	Select Michigan for a Perfect Mother's Day Brunch: Michigan recipes and gift ideas for Mom
		• 01 -	2008 Michigan Farm Market Directory Now Available
		• 01 -	DEQ Air Quality Monitoring Document Available for Public Comment
		• 01 -	Waterloo Recreation Area and Larry's RV Partner to Promote a 'GO-Get Outdoors' Event on May 14-18
		• 01 -	DEQ and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Update Status of Saginaw River Navigational Dredging Project
		• 01 -	Native Prairie Planting Planned at Waterloo Recreation Area
		• 01 -	Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Resident Program Winners Announced
		• 01 -	Michigan's Rules for Hydrogen Storage Go into Effect
	April
		• 30 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 29 -	Consumers Should Take Precautions When Buying Plants Off The Internet
		• 28 -	Michigan Food Companies Featured in Select Michigan Pavilion at Retail Food Industry Trade Show
		• 28 -	14 Grants Awarded Across Michigan to Restore and Protect Water Quality
		• 28 -	DEQ Hosting Public Hearing Regarding Marathon Oil Refinery
		• 25 -	Air Quality Awareness Week is April 28 - May 2
		• 24 -	DEQ Resolves Water Quality Issues at Large Midland County Dairy
		• 23 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Conducts Annual Operation SAFE Fly-In Protecting environment, human health
		• 23 -	Wetland Services Available from the DEQ
		• 22 -	Michigan's Agriculture Industry Partnership Helps Offset Carbon Emissions: Michigan landowners sell 30,000 metric tons of carbon credits
		• 21 -	DEQ To Host Fifth Annual Earth Day Celebration
		• 18 -	DEQ Director Congratulates "Green" Building Design Students
		• 18 -	DEQ Announces Earth Day Poster Contest Winners
		• 16 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Outlines Changes to Pesticide Regulation 637: New regulations have immediate effect
		• 16 -	Michigan apple producers vote to continue marketing program
		• 16 -	Governor Granholm, MDA, Continue to Work to Protect Consumers at the Pump: As prices rise, state officials are stepping up inspection efforts
		• 16 -	Tips for National Tire Safety Week
		• 14 -	DEQ Hosting Information Open House Regarding Marathon Oil Refinery
		• 09 -	Chef's Challenge Celebrates Spring Season and Fine Michigan Cuisine
		• 09 -	Governor Proclaims April As Agricultural Security Month: Proclamation highlights role farmers play in protecting state's food supply
		• 09 -	2008 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference
		• 08 -	Department of Environmental Quality Awards Funding for Scrap Tire Market Development
		• 07 -	DEQ Director to Moderate Climate Change Forum at Central Michigan University
		• 04 -	State to be Reimbursed $4.1 Million for Response Activity Costs Associated with Kalamazoo River Superfund Site
		• 03 -	Michigan Department of Agriculture to Survey for Exotic Pests Throughout 2008
		• 03 -	Kick-off of New Collaboration to Improve Lake Erie Water Quality : Watershed based cooperative conservation to reduce nutrient and sediment runoff in Branch, Hillsdale, Jackson, Lenawee, Monroe, Washtenaw Counties
		• 02 -	Keep Your Food Safe During Severe Weather: April 6-12 is Severe Weather Awareness Week
		• 02 -	Pilgrim Manor Retirement Community Receives Clean Corporate Citizen Designation
		• 01 -	DEQ Recognizes 11 Michigan Facilities with Clean Corporate Citizen Longevity Awards
		• 01 -	Michigan Volunteer Stream Monitoring Grant Awards for 2008
	March
		• 31 -	Recall : Stonyfield Farm Announces Nationwide Voluntary Recall of 6-Ounce Fat Free Blueberry Yogurts
		• 31 -	Media Advisory: State officials to outline Emerald Ash Borer survey results for Mackinac County
		• 28 -	Williamston Resident Honored with Top Agriculture Award
		• 27 -	Consumer Alert - Michigan Dept. of Agriculture Urging Consumers to Use Caution with Cantaloupes
		• 26 -	Granholm Signs Legislation Establishing Agriculture Pesticide Dealer Licensing: SB682 corrects inequity between agricultural pesticide distributors and retailers
		• 26 -	DEQ Encourages Proper Disposal of Household Medications
		• 26 -	Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Presentation
		• 24 -	FDA Warns of Salmonella Risk with Cantaloupes from Agropecuaria Montelibano: The agency detains products from the Honduran manufacturer
		• 21 -	Environmental assurance program verifies local farms: Oceana County Farms Recognized by Program
		• 21 -	State Ag. Department Offers Tips for Choosing a Pest Control Company
		• 19 -	Sirex Woodwasp Confirmed in Sanilac County
		• 19 -	Michigan Asparagus Growers Vote to Support Marketing Program
		• 19 -	Settlement Reached with the City of Inkster
		• 19 -	2007 Neighborhood Environmental Partners Award Applications Now Available
		• 18 -	Plea Agreement Reached for Storage Tank Violations in Calhoun County
		• 17 -	Workshops to Help Michigan Businesses with Toxic Chemical Release Inventory Reporting
		• 13 -	Environmental Assurance Program Verifies Various Farms Across the State
		• 13 -	MI Ag Department hosts a "Select Michigan Pavilion" at AFPD Retail Trade Show in April: Michigan Food and Agriculture Companies Invited to Participate
		• 12 -	Michigan's Clean Corporate Citizen Program Welcomes Two Grupo Antolin Facilities
		• 11 -	Calling all Michigan Chefs: Show Your Culinary Talents at Northern Michigan's Chef's Challenge Competition
		• 06 -	State Grant Program Preserves First Working Farm in Barry County
		• 06 -	U.S. Manufacturing Corporation Becomes a Member of the Clean Corporate Citizen Family
		• 04 -	MI Departments of Agriculture and Natural Resources Host Emerald Ash Borer Summit in Lansing
		• 03 -	Dairy Goat Confirmed Scrapie Positive: Michigan no longer meets federal low-risk classification for goats
	February
		• 29 -	Lt. Governor John D. Cherry, Jr. to be Keynote Speaker at Saginaw Bay Coastal Initiative Meeting
		• 28 -	Governor declares March 1-7 as "Weights and Measures Week": Consumer protection is a thread that weaves a global economy
		• 27 -	State Designates Potential High-Risk Area in Shiawassee County: Hunter-harvested deer is confirmed positive for bovine TB
		• 27 -	DEQ Hosts Environmental Education Curriculum Trainings
		• 27 -	Settlement Reached with G.K.I. Foods, Inc.
		• 26 -	Follow the Law with Discount Gas Promotions
		• 25 -	Consumers Urged to Use Caution When Applying Pesticides Indoors
		• 22 -	Spring Vaccinations Help Prevent Animal Disease
		• 21 -	Michigan corn growers support marketing program
		• 20 -	Michigan asparagus producers to vote on continuing development, promotion, and research program
		• 15 -	Nutri-Foods Recalls "Organic Sesame Seeds Natural-Unhulled" Because of Possible Health Risk
		• 14 -	Environmental assurance program verifies Wil-Le Farms: Huron County Farm Recognized by Program
		• 14 -	Environmental assurance program verifies KBD Farms, Inc.: Huron County Farm Recognized by Program
		• 14 -	Unwanted Medicine Disposal Workshop
		• 12 -	State Seeks Applicants for Top Agricultural Exporter in 2007
		• 11 -	State of Michigan Finds Cost-Savings in Move to "Buy Michigan First"
		• 11 -	Select Michigan Cherries for a Sweet Midwinter Treat
		• 11 -	DEQ Director Praises Court's Ruling on Clean Air Act
		• 08 -	Onion Crock of Michigan recalls Old Fashion Potato, Minestrone soups due to Undeclared Allergens (Wheat and Soy)
		• 07 -	FDA NEWS RELEASE: New Era Canning Company Expands Nationwide Recall - Risk of botulism from additional canned vegetable products
		• 07 -	Decision Reached on Underground Injection Well near Alba
		• 05 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture Urges Consumers to Check Cupboards for Recalled Dip
		• 04 -	Michigan Revises Quarantine to Prevent Further Spread of EAB: Quarantine now includes all of Mackinac County in the U.P.
		• 04 -	Chippewa County District Court Judge Sentences Two Wetland Violators to Jail Time
		• 04 -	Grant Funding Opportunity for Waterfront Redevelopment Projects
		• 01 -	WANTED: Farm markets, U-pick operations and other agri-tourism businesses for listing in 2008 directory: Submission deadline is Friday, February 15, 2008
		• 01 -	Spice up your Super Bowl party, Michigan-style!
	January
		• 31 -	Governor Praises 2007 Achievements and Growth in Michigan's Food and Agriculture Industry
		• 31 -	February 7 Community Meeting on Dow Corrective Action Work
		• 31 -	DEQ Releases Annual Solid Waste Report
		• 30 -	Michigan Producer Insurance Fund Reaches $5 Million Mark
		• 30 -	DEQ Releases Michigan Mercury Strategy Report
		• 24 -	State Designates Potential Bovine TB High-Risk Area in Iosco County
		• 24 -	Michigan Corn Producers to Vote on Program Continuation
		• 22 -	DEQ Resolves Violations with the City of Lansing
		• 17 -	MI Dept. of Agriculture, Food Export Association to Host Export Seminar in East Lansing
		• 14 -	DEQ Awards Funding for Scrap Tire Cleanups
		• 09 -	Michigan Department of Agriculture and Food Export Association of the Midwest offer international marketing assistance for state suppliers
		• 09 -	DEQ Hosting Public Hearing Regarding Marathon Oil Refinery
		• 07 -	Water Quality Monitoring Grant Application Package
		• 04 -	DEQ to Continue Cleanup in Traverse City
		• 03 -	DEQ to Host Air Emissions Reporting Workshops


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