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Urban indigenous school now has land, influence, and opportunity at Afton nature center
State grant makes it possible for Anishinabe Academy and Belwin Conservancy to work together on education and land management.
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Sharp-tailed grouse in east-central Minnesota show significant decline
Management actions planned, including closing east-central hunting zone season.
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People power: Protesters press Polk powers to push back on pig proposals
Large rally calls on county supervisors to take more action to protect land, water, and people.
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Wisconsin extends land protection funding for four more years
Legislature and governor reauthorize program to help preserve natural areas, wildlife habitat, and recreation.
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Drought deepens across St. Croix River drainage
Dry conditions mean low water and other challenges.
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Zebra mussel numbers skyrocket in lower St. Croix River
Invasive clams rebound after years of decline, putting entire river at risk.
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Storied fossil found near Stillwater in the running for official state designation
Aquatic creature from half a billion years ago could become Minnesota’s designated state fossil.
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Hog company proposes spreading manure near two St. Croix tributaries
Iowa corporation would distribute waste as fertilizer on farm fields in Trade and Wood River watersheds.
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Study predicts National Heritage Area could bring millions in visitor dollars
Economic analysis shows steady increase in tourism spending over 10 years.
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Massive mayfly hatch on upper St. Croix River shows up on weather radar
Meteorologists detect swarm of mating insects — a messy sign of clean water.