Tag: Lake Erie
Lake Erie algae bloom less severe than expected
Although harmful algal blooms have plagued Lake Erie for most of the past decade, this year's bloom is lower than scientists expected.
Kasich’s executive order concerns many
Task force members concerned there could be too many shortcomings in Kasich's plan, with one member likening it to a "random act of regulation."
Fired Ohio ag director speaks about what happened
Former Ohio Ag Director says he is unsure why he was let go, but is proud of what his department accomplished.
Battle of Lake Erie continues over watershed order
No decision came out of the Oct. 4 meeting of the Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission's task force on the designation of Lake Erie watersheds as 'distressed.'
Farmers question whether Kasich’s executive order is practical
A state legislative committee heard additional testimony this week, on the governor's distressed watershed order.
Lake Erie’s Fall Brawl is bigger than ever
Running late October through November, the annual Fall Brawl is all about Lake Erie's now legendary night fishery for near-shore walleyes.
Task force weighs Ohio’s distressed watershed proposal
A diverse group of experts and stakeholders is weighing the governor's order to designate certain watersheds in distress.
Working together for a solution
Landowners and producers, along with their soil and water conservation districts, should all stay engaged in improving Western Lake Erie Basin watersheds.
Kasich underestimates Ohio’s farmers
Reporter Chris Kick says the governor should have worked with farmers instead of issuing an executive order.
Replaced commission members would have voted against Kasich’s order
Both outgoing members of the Ohio Soil and Water Conservation Commission would have voted against Gov. Kasich's executive order, if given the chance.
