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Proposed hog farm causes concerns for neighbors and the St. Croix River
Application for first facility of its kind in the region is met with worries about manure, smell, pollution, and other impacts.
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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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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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Cleaning cruise: Volunteers invited to help remove litter from Namekagon River
Annual event on April 27 will offer the chance to work on land or on the water.
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Mussels making moves for water quality
The St. Croix River’s abundant mussels play an important role in keeping the water clean.
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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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Author to share stories about consequences of invasive carp
Environmental journalist who recently published a new book about Asian carp species and the human response to the non-native fish will present at two events in the area this April.
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St. Croix River region students seek to shape future of river
Young people from schools up and down the river and beyond gathered in River Falls to learn, and get inspired to lead.