Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell

Matthew Russell is a West Michigan native and with a background in journalism, data analysis, cartography and design thinking. He likes to learn new things and solve old problems whenever possible, and enjoys bicycling, spending time with his daughters, and coffee.

Articles by Matthew Russell

House Votes Threaten Gray Wolf Survival As Endangered Species Protections Hang by a Thread

House Votes Threaten Gray Wolf Survival As Endangered Species Protections Hang by a Thread

What does this mean for the wolves and the landscapes they roam? An intense debate is dividing the nation.

House Votes Threaten Gray Wolf Survival As Endangered Species Protections Hang by a Thread

What does this mean for the wolves and the landscapes they roam? An intense debate is dividing the nation.

Fisher Sightings Stir Hope as Long Lost Species Returns to Ohio

Fisher Sightings Stir Hope as Long Lost Species Returns to Ohio

A creature thought to have vanished from our landscapes over 200 years ago has been spotted once again.

Fisher Sightings Stir Hope as Long Lost Species Returns to Ohio

A creature thought to have vanished from our landscapes over 200 years ago has been spotted once again.

Wild Chase Unfolds in Washington as Escaped Zebras Dash for Freedom

Wild Chase Unfolds in Washington as Escaped Zebras Dash for Freedom

Local residents and authorities are banding together in a gripping chase to corral the animals.

Wild Chase Unfolds in Washington as Escaped Zebras Dash for Freedom

Local residents and authorities are banding together in a gripping chase to corral the animals.

Scientists Race Against Time to Save Northern White Rhino From Extinction With IVF

Scientists Race Against Time to Save Northern White Rhino From Extinction With IVF

With only two left on Earth, this could be our last chance to bring back a species teetering on the edge of extinction.

Scientists Race Against Time to Save Northern White Rhino From Extinction With IVF

With only two left on Earth, this could be our last chance to bring back a species teetering on the edge of extinction.

Rare Javan Rhino Calf Spotted in Indonesia Sparks Hope and Urgency for Conservation

Rare Javan Rhino Calf Spotted in Indonesia Sparks Hope and Urgency for Conservation

With fewer than 100 of these majestic creatures left in the wild, every new birth is a vital step towards the survival of the species.

Rare Javan Rhino Calf Spotted in Indonesia Sparks Hope and Urgency for Conservation

With fewer than 100 of these majestic creatures left in the wild, every new birth is a vital step towards the survival of the species.

Tige the Therapy Dog — Transforming Lives from Memory Care to Crisis Response

Tige the Therapy Dog — Transforming Lives from Memory Care to Crisis Response

Tige's days are filled with more than just tail wags; he's a beacon of joy in memory care units, a comforting presence in crisis response, and a gentle friend to...

Tige the Therapy Dog — Transforming Lives from Memory Care to Crisis Response

Tige's days are filled with more than just tail wags; he's a beacon of joy in memory care units, a comforting presence in crisis response, and a gentle friend to...