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Land Protected on the Totogatic River
The purchase of 262 acres will keep 2.5 miles of the river wild and provide opportunities for outdoor recreation.
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Scandia City Council Moves to Approve Tiller Gravel Mine Permit
Ignoring a recent Planning Commission recommendation to deny a permit, the council is looking at approval with restrictions.
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Linking forestry to water quality
Protecting, restoring, and enhancing forests throughout the basin are keys to protecting water quality and maintaining the ecological and socio-economic health of the basin.
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Good Neighbors: Scandia and the St. Croix
An up-close report on the gravel mine proposal next to the river as the city prepares to decide its fate.
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New Park Possible Along the River in Stillwater
A property-owner wants to sell land including nearly a mile of riverfront for public access – the city and county will work together to explore possibilities.
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Initial report from Scandia gravel mine vote
The city’s Planning Commission voted on a recommendation to the city council for the Tiller/Zavoral mine proposed next to the river.
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Clearing a path for new Stillwater bridge
Plants, mussels and historic buildings are being moved out of the way before construction starts on the river crossing.
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Trout streams improve thanks to new collaborations
Several recent initiatives to improve water quality in trout streams are improving habitat for the sensitive and beloved fish.
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The biggest St. Croix River stories of 2012
The most popular stories on St. Croix 360 this year ran the spectrum from mining to wildlife photos, history to fish.
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Call for artists: Display your work in ArtReach St. Croix’s gallery
Artists creating work of all types are invited to apply to exhibit their work at the Stillwater gallery in 2013.

