Michigan DNR buys energy for seven state parks

The annual production of installed solar arrays in the southwest region will be enough to power roughly 90 homes - helping the state agency reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Hundreds of carp dead in Michigan had herpes, DNR says

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said it has identified the cause of death of hundreds of fish in Lake Orion.

State investigating common carp deaths in Michigan lake

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of hundreds of carp in Oakland County.

Michigan DNR proposes prohibiting water access on beaches too dangerous to swim in

People have been spotted going into the water even as emergency officials were rescuing someone who was struggling to swim during dangerous conditions on the lake.

Some Michigan DNR customer service centers to reopen to public

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is resuming some regular operations that were suspended due to COVID-19.

Whitmer to pitch $150 million for local park upgrades

Gretchen Whitmer's next plug for where the state ought to throw its extra billions will be toward badly-needed infrastructure upgrades for its local parks.

Michigan's top court looking at liability in snowmobile crashes

The Michigan Supreme Court is looking at a pair of cases that involve possible liability against the Department of Natural Resources in crashes involving snowmobiles.

HOLLY ORV Park open this weekend, no DNR license needed

If you want to try Holly Oaks off-road vehicle park, this weekend might be the best time. Holly Oaks is a part of the DNRs "Three Free Weekend," no DNR licenses will be required. Entry fee to the park must be paid.

Northern Michigan fire forces 75 homes to evacuate, burning 425 acres

The fire reportedly started in a scotch pine plantation, however, the cause behind it is unknown. Crews have gotten about 70% of the blaze under control.

Michigan fishermen: your next catch could be worth $100

The DNR is offering $100 rewards to any catches that include tags on one of the fins of native fish species in the Great Lakes.

Michigan morel map: Where to find mushrooms in The Mitten

A map from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources shows morel hunters where they could find the mushrooms.