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Afton State Park phenology, August 21 to 27
Prairie birds prepare to bid farewell and squirrels are storing seeds and nuts.
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Hwy 243 Osceola Bridge construction starts soon
Bridge will close to traffic in mid-October for approximately one year, shorter than earlier estimate.
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Talon mine proposal: An Indigenous perspective
Mille Lacs Band leader says a nearby nickel mine proposal puts Ojibwe people at risk.
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Part 3: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921
Groundbreaking journalist and her friends complete their journey with final stops in Marine and Stillwater.
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Wiigiwaaman and memories: Ojibwe village helps keep tribal history and culture alive
Tribal members build replica village to honor ancestors and remember roots.
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Afton State Park phenology, August 7 to August 13
Monarchs make first moves toward migration while late season blossoms bloom.
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Part 2: ‘Girl Reporter’ goes canoeing on the St. Croix River in 1921
The future friend of Eleanor Roosevelt encountered sand and deadheads that made her group’s trip difficult.
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Minnesota DNR reports heightened fish mortality during prolonged heat
Hot weather and warm water have led to fish kills across the state.
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Minnesota’s ‘Girl Reporter’ wrote of St. Croix River canoeing years before befriending Eleanor Roosevelt
Minneapolis Tribune published humorous report on a weekend trip down the river by Lorena Hickok in 1921.
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Proposed nickel mine near St. Croix tributaries now open for public input
Talon Mine proposal raises concerns about water pollution and other impacts.

