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In the News – September 2019

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Our monthly summary of media stories highlighting the International Crane Foundation’s global programs.

Residents speak out after police shoot crane in Portage neighborhood that caused property damage, Portage Daily Register

Neighbors outraged after Portage police kill problem Sandhill Crane, WKOW 27

Cranes in the corn: Maze design celebrates Sandhill and Whooping Cranes, Wisconsin State Journal

Supported by Baraboo crane organization, non-lethal repellent can deter birds from eating corn crops, Baraboo News Republic

Whooping Crane shooter facing federal charges, Quartz

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