The ‘long game’: How Michigan could be building a case to close Line 5
October 10, 2017
Midwest Energy News
The lengthy state review of safety issues associated with the Enbridge Line 5 pipelines at the Straits of Mackinac continues -- but the case for a shutdown is building. In Midwest Energy News, FLOW's Liz Kirkwood comments on the delay in a risk assessment of the line. There is more than enough evidence for the state to act.
Nestlé Makes Billions Bottling Water It Pays Nearly Nothing For
September 21, 2017
Bloomberg Businessweek
Bloomberg takes a look at Nestle's profit of bottled water, paying nearly nothing for the water it sells and seeking out areas with lax laws to conduct business. Jim Olson points out how Nestle's data does not reflect real world conditions in Michigan and the importance of water as a public right.
Inspections show Line 5 coating gaps larger than disclosed
September 14, 2017
MLive
"Patches of bare metal larger than dinner plates" are found on Line 5. FLOW and officials express their concern about the state of the line and the need for action.
Mario Batali and Carter Oosterhouse Trade Crafts in Michigan
September 7, 2017
The CHEW
Co-host Mario Batali can be seen in his FLOW hat in this episode of The CHEW, where he has a great time working with Carter Oosterhouse at Bonobo Winery.
Officials call for Line 5 repairs
September 3, 2017
Record Eagle
Gaps are found in the coating of the Line 5 pipeline. FLOW's Dave Dempsey and others stress that the Great Lakes cannot be entrusted to Enbridge, and that it is time for the state to decommission the pipeline.
Reporter's Notebook: How much Detroit water do Coke and Pepsi use?
August 3, 2017
Michigan Radio
Kaye LaFond takes a look at Coke, Pepsi, and other bottlers of Michigan's water in this story. Concerns are expressed about diversions of water outside of the Great Lakes Basin and the privatization and commodification of water.
Joint Fundraising Event with Groundwork Center at Betsie Bay Furniture
August 3, 2017
On Thursday, a group of area residents and visitors gathered at Betsie Bay Furniture in Frankfort, Michigan, to learn about the status of Line 5 and the 64-year-old pipelines pushing nearly 23 million gallons of oil through the heart of the Great Lakes. In this short audio clip (produced by Leslie Hamp, Frankfort), many shared their thoughts, concerns and why they are imploring Governor Rick Snyder and Attorney Bill Schuette to Shut Down Line 5. Take a listen to the Voice of the People.
