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- 1Spotted lanternfly confirmed in Berrien County, Michigan▼Spotted lanternfly confirmed in Berrien County
Michigan officials have confirmed the presence of the invasive spotted lanternfly in Berrien County, marking a new detection of the pest in the state. The insect threatens grapes, fruit trees and other crops, and residents are being asked to report sightings and destroy the insects or their egg masses to help slow its spread.
- 2Berrien County gets grant to cover cyclosporiasis outbreak costs▼Berrien County Health Department receives grant to cover cyclosporiasis outbreak costs
The Berrien County Health Department in Michigan has received a grant to help pay for costs tied to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. Local outlets including WWMT and WSBT report the funding will offset expenses the department incurred responding to the intestinal illness, which is caused by a parasite often linked to contaminated food or water.