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Fighter jets, a toxic plume, and pepper seeds

A map of the trichloroethylene plume in Antrim County, which is managed by state and local health officials. (Courtesy: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy)
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A map of the trichloroethylene plume in Antrim County as of Dec. 2024, which is managed by state and local health officials. (Courtesy: Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy)

For decades, a toxic underground trichloroethylene (TCE) plume has been making its way through parts of Antrim County. Over 500 wells have been affected so far. IPR's Vivian La fills us in on the latest.

We also get an update on contamination from hydrazine, a chemical found in jet fuel, after last week's F-16 crash near Grawn.

Then, seed saving! With fall around the corner, IPR's resident farm educator Dylan Kulik tells us about how to ensure your garden is good to grow next year.

Reporting for this episode by Vivian La, Dylan Kulik.


Producer: Austin Rowlader
Editor: Steve Junker
Host: Ed Ronco
Music: Blue Dot Sessions