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America's groundwater is now running dry where water is abundant: the Great Lakes.

With no fudge shops and no souvenir traps, Lake Michigan's Beaver Island makes it a perfectly peaceful summer getaway for those looking to enjoy the state's natural beauty.

Up to 46,000 gallons of diesel fuel may have spilled into Lake Michigan from a large ship. It triggered a multi-agency response, including the US Coast Guard, EGLE, and ship owners.

April Baer and Dustin Dwyer have a debate about our fresh water beaches vs. salty seaside beaches.

On today's show, we talked football as the Michigan Wolverines head to the College playoffs. Then, two researchers who are discovering ways to repurpose PVC plastics joined us. Plus, we heard from a Michigan photographer who dreams of capturing Lake Michigan at its gnarliest. We ended with an update on why recounts are beginning on two stateside ballot proposals.

The Great Lakes are known for their beauty. But, they are simultaneously dangerous and unpredictable bodies of water.

We discuss the recent upsurge in COVID-19 cases, plus the appearance of monkeypox with a couple of epidemiologists. We revisit possible dangers swimmers face on Lake Michigan. Then we talk about the "Pride is in the Faire” gathering in Mid-Michigan. And we listen in on a conversation with GOP gubernatorial candidate, Ryan Kelley.

We learn about a wave of recent drownings in Lake Michigan. Afterward, we talk about former MSU basketball star Draymond Green and his podcast and what this means for the sports commentary industry. Then we hear about Ann Arbor’s new fleet of autonomous shuttle buses.

There are more dead alewives washing up on Lake Michigan beaches than has been seen in a decade.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is considering a proposal to ban swimming at state beaches under certain circumstances.State beaches that…