AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoGroundwater Cleanup: The EPA ordered Gelman Sciences to expand cleanup and investigation of the 1,4-dioxane plume affecting Ann Arbor and Scio Township, including more groundwater treatment, monitoring wells and excavation of contaminated soil. Drinking Water: A water main break left Dowagiac under a citywide boil-water advisory; crews are repairing the line and officials are arranging bottled water for residents without service. Wildlife and Agriculture: Routine testing found bovine tuberculosis in an Alcona County cattle herd. The state is investigating possible links, with the disease known to spread between cattle and deer in northeastern Lower Michigan. Beach Safety: Michigan officials and researchers will discuss faster beach-water testing at a Traverse City summit this week; newer methods could deliver results in as little as 15 minutes. Wildlife Care: A Traverse County raptor sanctuary announced a $100,000 donor match to advance plans for a rehabilitation, research and education center.**
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