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September 08, 2010
Potomac River's Health Rebounds, But...
September 08, 2010
Wisconsin's Water Guards are the Newest Weapon in the Invasive Species Fight
September 07, 2010
Vietnam Ill-Equipped to Deal with Foreign Invasive Species
September 02, 2010
Restored: An Aleutian Campaign Creates a Rat-free Island
September 01, 2010
Scientists Release Tahoe's 2010 State of the Lake Report

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Invasive Species Fight has Good & Bad Stories

July 29, 2010 -- How much is it worth to have Wisconsin waterways free of invasive species?

Many millions of dollars, if you count only the money spent by municipalities, utilities and others in southeastern Wisconsin to clean, replace or repair water intake pipes and other equipment clogged by zebra mussels.

What's the value of leaving the next generation a few Wisconsin lakes in a relatively pristine, native state?

The word "priceless" comes to mind. Read the full story to get the details.

"Fortunately, most Wisconsinites recognize the importance of keeping state waters clean and free of unwanted, harmful exotics."

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