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Kids and the Croix: One class closes out a year of river field trips
First-graders explore Interstate Park with expert naturalists to learn to love and understand their home river.
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Final clues released in Star Prairie medallion hunt, prize awaits in private preserve
First person to solve the riddles and follow them to the secret location will win cash reward.
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Summer on the St. Croix will start with high water this weekend
Wet weather has sent the river rising again, causing dangerous conditions and staying above no-wake levels on the lower river.
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Lots to learn about lakes at annual conference in Hayward
June 21 event invites anyone interested in protecting lakes and rivers to hear from experts and connect with other attendees.
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Xcel Energy announces plan to close St. Croix River power plant
Allen S. King Plant near Bayport will be retired as utility company moves toward renewable, carbon-free energy sources.
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Exhibit of Craig Blacklock’s St. Croix and Namekagon photos coming to White Bear Lake
Gallery show features images from Blacklock’s 2018 book celebrating the Wild & Scenic Rivers, and includes a reception, workshop, and performance.
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Dragonfly hunters from border states plan to meet on the St. Croix and search out unique species
Fast-flying insects will be featured during June gathering of experts and enthusiasts in St. Croix Falls.
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There is more to moths than meets the eye
Learn about local nature at pair of presentations in Scandia.
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Guest editorial: Pearls before swine
St. Croix River advocate says a proposed hog farm in Burnett County, Wis. would harm clean water, other natural resources, and the community.
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St. Croix Chronicles: Dawn all day long
Wandering through backwaters full of wildlife on a beautiful spring day.

