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Thursday, May 09, 2013  60-thousand fingerling Chinook Salmon were released into pet nets in the Boardman River.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  UPDATED WITH PHOTOS: Local Students will test the robots they designed and built at an underwater competition.

Thursday, March 28, 2013  The Coast Guard is keeping ice at bay and helping kick off the Great Lakes shipping season.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  The Coast Guard rescued two people after a chunk of ice broke free in Saginaw Bay.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  UPDATED WITH EMERGENCY TIPS: Mecosta County dispatch has confirmed to 7&4 News that a large number of residents are still not allowed to return to their homes.  They say six roads are still closed in the area near the flooding.

Saturday, December 22, 2012  After battling high waves and cold temperatures, shipping crews are now dealing with delays at the Soo Locks.  Low water levels are to blame for the backup.

Monday, October 08, 2012  The Emergency Manager reports 40 calls have been received by homeowners reporting flood damage.

Monday, September 03, 2012  Thousands of walkers and runners are taking part in the 55th Annual Labor Day Bridge Walk.

Wednesday, August 15, 2012  The ship known as the "Queen of the Lakes" has run aground on the St. Marys River.

Tuesday, February 21, 2012  Glen Lake Fire Department trained with the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Park Service for water rescue responses.

Thursday, January 19, 2012