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Whitmer taps ex-Michigan Lottery commissioner to run DNR

Posted on September 6, 2023 by admin

Carol Thompson The Detroit News September 6, 2023 Gov. Gretchen Whitmer appointed former Michigan Lottery Commissioner M. Scott Bowen as director of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Bowen will lead the department as it undertakes “historic renovations and upgrades … Continue reading →

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Fry New Midwest Fish & Wildlife Health Coordinator

Posted on June 14, 2023 by admin

June 14, 2023 The Midwest Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (MAFWA) in collaboration with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) has recently hired a Midwest Regional Fish and Wildlife Health Coordinator.  This position will support MAFWA’ s Fish … Continue reading →

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Wecker Appointed to Great Lakes Fishery Commission

Posted on May 25, 2023 by admin

May 25, 2023 Rhinelander, WI– President Biden has appointed Kendra Wecker of Ohio to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission (Commission). Commissioner Kendra Wecker, an avid outdoor enthusiast who emphasizes the importance of wilderness, has spent her career working in conservation … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 13, 2023 by admin

First zoo-raised hellbender successfully reproducing in the wild April 13, 2023 by MDC News Missouri hits significant milestone in endangered hellbender population recovery. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces a significant milestone in population recovery … Continue reading →

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New Head of Wisconsin DNR

Posted on December 28, 2022 by admin

By Danielle Kaeding December 27, 2022 Gov. Tony Evers appointed Adam Payne on Tuesday to serve as secretary of the DNR. He replaces Preston Cole, who announced he was retiring from the role in November.  “Adam has deep Wisconsin roots and understands … Continue reading →

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