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Creature Feature: St. Croix River ‘blobs’ are colonies of unique animals
Bryozoans can form gelatinous balls containing thousands of tiny organisms.
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Documents show how power company decided to donate St. Croix River lands
Archives tell a story of protecting a river loved by many in the mid-20th century.
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Line in the sand: Hearing offers opposition to quarry on river bluff
Gravel pit neighbors and others speak out against growing operation near Osceola.
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St. Croix commute
A journey by boat and foot brings me to a meeting and back again — with much to see along the way.
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State plans to auction off scenic prairie on Bayport bluff
Volunteers have spent 15 years restoring site, but MNDOT is now moving to sell it.
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Ideas needed for new riverfront park near Hudson
St. Croix County seeks comments on proposal for a large natural area with a long stretch of river shoreline.
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Archaeologists find new evidence of early St. Croix River residents
Recent excavations have turned up tantalizing clues about prehistoric people.
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Mining exploration near headwaters streams causes pollution concerns
Companies seek mineral deposits that could lead to a risky mine near the Kettle River.
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Polk County citizens say proposed factory farm regulations favor industrial agriculture
Community members call on officials to reject ordinances they say aren’t strong enough to protect people, land, and water.
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Morning voyage
Paddling through the St. Croix’s solstice season of bright light and new life.