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Dam bursts at frac sand mine, sends runoff into St. Croix River
A hiker discovered a stream flowing into the St. Croix River was being polluted by sand which escaped from a mine near Grantsburg, Wisconsin.
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Art show will feature St. Croix Valley painter and photographer
The St. Croix 360-sponsored show kicks off June 8 with a reception in Stillwater.
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Video shows how Asian carp hurt boating, fishing and businesses
A Minnesota television reporter traveled to America’s “Asian carp capital” to find out how the invasive fish have harmed recreation and economies along the Illinois River.
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A first-timer’s report from the Snake River Canoe Race [Video]
The thirty-second annual event drew 176 canoes for fun and competition on a significant St. Croix tributary.
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Paddle and learn about St. Croix River birds on May 12
The St. Croix River Association and the Park Service are offering a guided paddle trip to enjoy the river and learn about the birds which use it to migrate.
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Public forum scheduled on Asian carp issue
Boaters, anglers, marina-operators and others are invited to learn about potential impacts of invasive carp and discuss what we can do to protect the St. Croix River.
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Video profile of a St. Croix Valley potter
Watch a television segment about Guillermo Cuellar, a native Venezuelan who now calls the St. Croix River Valley his home, and a global pottery mecca.
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Presentation offers information about emerging frac sand mining issue
Mining for sand used in natural gas fracking is a growing concern for local residents.
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Guest post: A gravel mine on the St. Croix River bluff at Scandia?
Laurie Allmann explains the potential environmental impacts of a proposed gravel mine at the intersection of Highways 97 and 95. Public comments are being accepted until May 18.
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Invasive zebra mussels disappear from St. Croix River
A new survey of the river has given boaters, native mussels and swimmers reason for hope.
