Kelly House
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Portland, OR, United States
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Recent articles by Kelly:
National Guard on Camp Grayling expansion: Troops won’t be in your backyard
At the first public meeting on a proposal to dramatically expand the training facility’s footprint on public land, military officials and state land managers sought to allay the concerns of area residents and outdoors groups. → Read More
Will Michigan’s grid stand up to heat wave? What to know as temps soar.
Extreme heat, like that Wednesday, is growing more common in Michigan. Utilities say they’re prepared for customers to crank up the A/C, while community organizations find creative ways to keep residents cool. Here are four things to know. → Read More
As Saginaw Bay pollution grows, farmers urge other farmers to change ways
State officials this spring declared Saginaw Bay "impaired" due to nutrient pollution. Farmers like Steve Tait are now working to convince fellow farmers that no-till and other soil-conservation practices are profitable, along with good for the environment. → Read More
Nuclear power is having a moment in Michigan after Palisades
Billions of federal bailout dollars, a climate crisis and experimental new technologies have prompted a political resurgence. But experts say it may be too late to save Michigan’s shuttered Palisades plant. → Read More
Lee Chatfield’s home searched amid criminal probe, Dana Nessel confirms
The search at Chatfield’s northern Michigan home comes amid an investigation into allegations of sexual assault. → Read More
Owner says Palisades nuclear plant closed for good. Michigan has other ideas
A performance issue closes plant 11 days early, but energy regulators say they still hope to find a buyer. Nuclear is a key part of helping Michigan become carbon neutral. → Read More
Michigan farmers pinched by rising fertilizer prices. Consumers may be next.
Prices have doubled since last year. That could be bad news for the price of consumer goods but may be good news for Michigan waterways. → Read More
Map reveals Michigan National Guard’s proposed Camp Grayling expansion
The proposed expansion includes large tracts to the north, south, east and west of the existing 148,000-acre camp, some of it adjacent to the Au Sable and Manistee rivers. → Read More
Five fixes for Michigan’s drinking water woes
The Great Lakes News Collaborative asked state and national experts how Michigan could break the cycle of underfunding and poor decision-making that has left water systems across Michigan in sorry shape. → Read More
Search warrant confirms scope of criminal probe of Lee Chatfield’s finances
An investigation that began with a sexual-assault complaint against the former Michigan House Speaker has expanded to financial records tied to campaign and nonprofit funds, and the roles of two close Chatfield associates, Rob and Anne Minard. → Read More
Some MI water systems are overbuilt, underfunded. Are mergers the answer?
Customers get cheaper, cleaner water when communities share the cost of infrastructure. But Michigan’s experience shows how political conflicts and logistical challenges can complicate the math. → Read More
Michigan National Guard wants to double Camp Grayling training land
The Guard, seeking more space for cyber training and other modern military needs, would expand Camp Grayling’s footprint by accessing vast swaths of state land. It may face pushback from landowners and outdoor groups. → Read More
Report: Discarding protocol saved lives during 2020 Midland dam disaster
A new report on flooding that caused $200 million in damages singles out the actions of Midland County’s emergency services coordinator, who called for an early evacuation. → Read More
How Michigan state parks will spend a $250 million COVID windfall
After years of deferred maintenance, big upgrades are coming to Belle Isle and picturesque Tahquamenon Falls. But there are also potholes to fill, toilets and sewers to replace and electrical systems to modernize. → Read More
Who’s at fault for Midland dam failures? Pretty much everyone, report says
That’s what an independent panel found in its final report chronicling the physical and human causes of the May 2020 dam failures that flooded out mid-Michigan, forcing thousands to evacuate and leaving widespread damage. → Read More
Michigan climate plan calls for EV incentives, faster renewable transition
The Whitmer administration just released a roadmap of its effort to wean Michigan off fossil fuels by midcentury. Accomplishing the plan would require big changes at the state and within industries. → Read More
Weeks before closure, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer aims to save Michigan Palisades nuclear plant
The governor hopes a new federal funding source can prolong the plant’s life, protecting jobs and preventing the need to burn more fossil fuels for energy. But plant owners say that, for now, they’re sticking with plans to close. → Read More
Benton Harbor activists: We need more proof city's drinking water is safe
While crews work to remove lead pipes from the city water system, activists say they worry that violations at the city water treatment plant could further threaten residents. Regulators say there’s no cause for concern. → Read More
Records: Police searched Lee Chatfield's family school in sex assault probe
After Pastor Rusty Chatfield refused to cooperate with Michigan State Police investigators, officers obtained a warrant to seize “any and all” documents related to Lee Chatfield’s employment at the church and school. → Read More
State praised for vow to remove sources of lead from Benton Harbor homes
The Whitmer administration’s announcement goes beyond lead pipe replacement to include lead found in paint, dust, soil and other elements of older homes. Advocates welcomed the news while pushing for the program to be extended across the state. → Read More