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From fame to fire
The soldier who shot President Lincoln’s assassin is thought to have died in 1894 Hinckley Fire.
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Showing Some Initiative
A citizen-led coalition kicked off the public phase of a National Heritage Area study in the St. Croix River region last weekend. Residents are invited to participate in several upcoming workshops.
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Stunning photos of bald eagles building their nest along the St. Croix River
Eagles are thinking about spring. Gary Noren of St. Croix Falls captured amazing photos of a bald eagle carrying material to its nest near the Dalles of the St. Croix.
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Film showings focus on impacts of coal and gas extraction
Screenings and discussions in Stillwater and River Falls will cover “fracking” and “clean coal.” The events are free and open to everyone.
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The St. Croix River: It’s a National Park
The St. Croix River’s status as a National Scenic Riverway means protection for wildlife and scenery, and significant economic impacts.
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Free presentations on “Landscaping for Wildlife”
A Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources biologist will teach property-owners what to plant to meet wildlife needs and attract birds and butterflies.
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Plans to reduce runoff announced
Citizens are invited to two meetings on January 31 to learn more and share their ideas about efforts to improve water quality in the Lower St. Croix River.
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Registration open for St. Croix River Association’s trip down the Namekagon
Participants in the trip will experience 92 miles of paddling down the wild and beautiful river, stopping along the way for special community events.
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State making progress on recovery from wind storm along upper river
St. Croix State Park will fully re-open its campgrounds in the spring, after being closed for overnight use since last July’s windstorm.
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Learn the latest about leaping carp
Park Service presentations will cover why invasive Asian carp are bad for the St. Croix River, and provide an update on steps being taken to control their spread.
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