Michigan’s Christmas Tree Growers Are in Good Spirits
The Mitten State is the third-largest Christmas tree producer in the United States, selling about 2 million trees each year. And demand for trees may be even higher this year.
Environmentalist Doug Scott on Establishing Sleeping Bear Dunes
The University of Michigan alum also talks about his career, the Great Lakes, and where he wants his ashes scattered
Far-Reaching Climate Research From Michigan Scientists
Local researchers are studying carbon footprints and wildfires
Could a Midland-Style Flood Happen Here?
There are 32 ‘high hazard’ dams in the region. They’re nearly 100 years old on average.
The Battle Over Line 5 Under the Straits of Mackinac Isn’t Going Away
Whitmer wants Line 5 gone. Enbridge has tunnel vision. A court battle is cresting. Here’s a primer on how we got here.
Chronic High Water Is Threatening Businesses and Homes Across the Region
And scientists say it may be here to stay
Detroit Hives Beekeepers Look to Insects for Lessons on Perseverance
Bees also have to face a lot of uncertainty
6 Ways the Detroit Zoo is Embracing Sustainability
From operating its restaurants with green practices to how repurposing waste, here's how the zoo is implementing its Greenprint plan
An Earth Day Volunteer Opportunity to Improve the Motor City’s Environment
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is hosting a cleanup for the Dequindre Cut on April 13
Mark Kurlyandchik Discusses Drinking Water on ‘Stateside with Cynthia Canty’
Hour Detroit Senior Editor Mark Kurlyandchik demystifies drinking water and discusses his article, "Ebb & Flow," on Michigan Radio.
Mark Kurlyandchik Talks Trash on ‘Stateside with Cynthia Canty’
Hour Detroit Senior Editor Mark Kurlyandchik discusses the state of Michigan's trash and his article, "Waste Matters," on Michigan Radio. The interview originally aired...
Oil Tycoon T. Boone Pickens Shoots the Breeze on Wind Energy and Natural Gas
In May 2009, Hour Detroit spoke with oilman T. Boone Pickens about energy alternatives, a conversation that, in light of spiking gas prices, merits revisiting.
Paul Gross Explains Our Wacky Winter Weather
Winter temperatures are predicted to return to metro Detroit this week after a dramatically mild start to the season.