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St. Croix Tribe of Chippewa votes to remove ‘blood quantum’ requirement, update constitution
Tribal members rejects U.S. government’s system for determining enrollment eligibility.
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St. Croix Tribe elder and moccasin maker to share craft at Turtle Lake event
Miscobinayshii will discuss and demonstrate techniques to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
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St. Croix Valley Food Alliance celebrates several successes in second year
Group seeking to connect local farmers and communities recently shared its accomplishments.
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North Woods and Waters of the St. Croix Heritage Area hires first executive director
New leader of organization seeking national heritage designation brings years of experience in the region.
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Snake River Fur Post was site of significant trading center
For a single winter between 1804 and 1805, it was an epicenter of the Upper Mississippi fur trade.
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Minnesota DNR invites public input on changes to St. Croix River fishing regulations
Comments currently accepted on proposal to modify seasons and possession limits for species from walleye to white bass.
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Osceola Bridge soil testing to start August 7
Workers will drill in and near river to collect information for new bridge design.
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National Park Service announces re-opening of Osceola Landing
Renovation project included new motorboat ramp and other amenities.
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Wisconsin towns brace for next fight on local control over large farms
A proposed pig CAFO spurred five northwest Wisconsin towns to regulate big farms. After one rescinded its ordinance, others wonder if they’ll face lawsuits.
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Hudson’s RiverFest celebrates and protects the St. Croix
Annual ‘party with a purpose’ July 18-22 features river clean-ups, outings, and other events.

