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New St. Croix River boat launch now open in Oak Park Heights
Access point at St. Croix Crossing bridge offers room for more boaters to lower river.
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New details revealed about closure and conversion of Allen S. King power plant
Xcel Energy’s plans for the next fifteen years include removing Oak Park Heights facility and using solar power to replace its energy production.
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Earth Day events will celebrate, educate, and advocate
Environmental movement rooted in the St. Croix River region continues to inspire after 55 years.
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St. Croix Valley Foundation makes grants to support arts and young children
Funding will help artists, nonprofits, and early childhood education.
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Annual public meetings in Wisconsin about fish, wildlife, and water will discuss several St. Croix-related issues
Conservation Congress spring meetings offer chance to influence management of the state’s natural resources.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court allows Osceola Bluffs development to proceed
State’s highest court agrees that new law prevents public from suing to stop development.
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St. Croix National Scenic Riverway is more popular than ever — as National Parks face diminished future
Data from 2024 shows 12 percent more visitors, while this summer will see reduced staff and resources.
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The Karner blues: Endangered butterfly barely survives along St. Croix River as similar species also struggle
Karner blue butterflies are a poster child for insect conservation in the era of climate disruption and habitat restoration.
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Six more ways of seeing the St. Croix River, map #2: Where the wild rice grows
Beloved grain, bountiful in the upper St. Croix River watershed, has provided priceless nutrition for countless generations.
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Federal firing frenzy hits St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Some local National Park Service staff have been laid off in recent weeks.
