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Growing gravel and frac sand mine near river alarms Osceola neighbors
The expansion of an existing gravel pit and new sand mining at the site is raising questions and concerns about water, air, and the impacts of frequent blasting.
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St. Croix Valley artists invited to apply for exhibitions at ArtReach gallery
Call for submissions announced for art shows at the Stillwater gallery next year.
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Final clues released in Star Prairie medallion hunt, prize awaits in private preserve
First person to solve the riddles and follow them to the secret location will win cash reward.
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Lots to learn about lakes at annual conference in Hayward
June 21 event invites anyone interested in protecting lakes and rivers to hear from experts and connect with other attendees.
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Exhibit of Craig Blacklock’s St. Croix and Namekagon photos coming to White Bear Lake
Gallery show features images from Blacklock’s 2018 book celebrating the Wild & Scenic Rivers, and includes a reception, workshop, and performance.
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Caution: Boat barrier missing at St. Croix Falls dam
Boaters on the Indianhead Flowage are urged to be careful after buoys washed away during high water.
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Parking permits now required at Point Douglas Park
Washington County is now requiring visitors to pay like they do at other parks, and has installed two pay machines to make it possible.
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Commercial fisherman captures invasive silver carp in St. Croix River
Non-native fish captured in nets causes renewed concerns about recreation and ecological health on the lower river.
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Celebrate Earth Day where it sprouted — in the St. Croix River region
International event with St. Croix River region roots will be marked with broad array of activities over several days.
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For a flooded Midwest, climate forecasts offer little comfort
A climatologist who studies precipitation trends explains how climate change is projected to make flooding events in the Midwest more severe and more frequent.
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