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

Retired Police Dog Kona Abandoned at Shelter Finds Hope and New Life

Retired Police Dog Kona Abandoned at Shelter Fi...

Left underweight and alone, her story could have ended there. But fate had a different plan.

Retired Police Dog Kona Abandoned at Shelter Fi...

Left underweight and alone, her story could have ended there. But fate had a different plan.

Trail of Terror — Fishhooks in Dog Treats Threaten Pets and Wildlife on Appalachian Path

Trail of Terror — Fishhooks in Dog Treats Threa...

A chilling discovery has been made on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania.

Trail of Terror — Fishhooks in Dog Treats Threa...

A chilling discovery has been made on the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania.

Malaysia Unveils Orangutan Diplomacy in Bold Conservation Bid Amid Palm Oil Crisis

Malaysia Unveils Orangutan Diplomacy in Bold Co...

Inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy, this bold move aims to tackle the pressing environmental issues linked to palm oil production.

Malaysia Unveils Orangutan Diplomacy in Bold Co...

Inspired by China's Panda Diplomacy, this bold move aims to tackle the pressing environmental issues linked to palm oil production.

Chinese Zoo Disguises Dogs as Pandas in Deceptive Exhibit

Chinese Zoo Disguises Dogs as Pandas in Decepti...

What seemed like an innocent exhibit turned into a controversial deception.

Chinese Zoo Disguises Dogs as Pandas in Decepti...

What seemed like an innocent exhibit turned into a controversial deception.

Illegal Night Hunts Expose Dark Underworld of Deer Poaching in Residential California

Illegal Night Hunts Expose Dark Underworld of D...

This group's reckless actions threaten local wildlife and community safety. Charged with several severe felonies, the implications of this case could be monumental.

Illegal Night Hunts Expose Dark Underworld of D...

This group's reckless actions threaten local wildlife and community safety. Charged with several severe felonies, the implications of this case could be monumental.

Traffic Cones Become Hiding Spots for Illegal Catch as New York Battles Striped Bass Poaching

Traffic Cones Become Hiding Spots for Illegal C...

Uncover the creative lengths some go to skirt the law, and the relentless efforts by officers to protect our wildlife. You won't believe how this ends!

Traffic Cones Become Hiding Spots for Illegal C...

Uncover the creative lengths some go to skirt the law, and the relentless efforts by officers to protect our wildlife. You won't believe how this ends!

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