Harmful Algae Response: Michigan launched a new online form to help residents report harmful algal blooms, speeding EGLE review and public alerts; officials also issued a no-contact order for Lake Ovid after harmful bloom samples exceeded safety thresholds, while Lake Cadillac’s dock advisory was lifted after follow-up E. coli testing dropped below unsafe levels. Radioactive Waste Ban: A Wayne County judge permanently blocked Wayne Disposal from accepting radioactive waste, citing rising long-term health risks for nearby communities. Invasive Species Watch: Michigan banned six invasive plants from import, including Callery pear and buckthorns, aiming to protect native ecosystems from aggressive spread. Ticks and Lyme: Health officials warned that tick activity and Lyme disease cases are rising as milder winters expand Michigan’s tick corridor, especially in parts of the western Lower Peninsula. Local Water Safety: District health officials lifted the Lake Cadillac city dock water contact advisory after Ferris State follow-up testing found E. coli below the threshold. Microplastics Lab Error: U-M researchers found nitrile gloves can skew microplastic counts, raising concerns about how airborne microplastic data is measured.