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Music video features historic St. Croix River beach scenes
New song from Stillwater’s Frankie Lee reflects on change in the river town, paired with archival footage of river swimmers.
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Flooding and frozen ground raises fears of summer algae problems
This spring’s conditions could fuel big blooms of algae that can make Lake St. Croix water unpleasant, or even unsafe.
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Non-native reed encroaches on St. Croix River
The invasive plant which has been found nearby can choke out other wetland species and change the ecosystem.
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A trip back in time to the source of St. Croix 360
Reading love letters to the river from its many fans showed the power of stories to inspire stewardship.
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River Bum Blog: Watching water melt
The return of open water on the river is a lengthy process which happens quickly.
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Federal agency adds second camera with live river views
See the St. Croix any time of day or night with webcams on the upper and lower river.
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Stillwater completes dike, watches water levels and weather forecast
Favorable weather conditions have decreased the chance of destructive flooding, and officials remain cautiously optimistic while preparations are completed.
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Sandbagging starts on lower St. Croix River as water begins to rise
Workers and volunteers are building dikes in expectation of significant spring flooding.
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Spring melt spurs action at sand spill site
Workers are busy at the solar farm and former gravel pit to prevent another overflow caused by seasonal runoff.
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St. Croix Tributary Tuesday: Greater than the sum of its parts
Four rivers that feed the St. Croix have interesting history and natural resources, and give their waters to the St. Croix
