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An apple farmer by day, conservation champion for a lifetime
Jim Birkholz of Chisago County has had a major impact on St. Croix River region stewardship.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court allows Osceola Bluffs development to proceed
State’s highest court agrees that new law prevents public from suing to stop development.
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Six more ways of seeing the St. Croix River, map #2: Where the wild rice grows
Beloved grain, bountiful in the upper St. Croix River watershed, has provided priceless nutrition for countless generations.
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Stillwater Area Foundation accepting grant requests to inspire and empower youth
Up to $13,600 available for local programs that nurture leadership, inclusivity, and skill development.
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A historic year for the Wisconsin State Park system
Interstate State Park was the first of its kind and will be an important part of 125th anniversary celebration.
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Federal firing frenzy hits St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Some local National Park Service staff have been laid off in recent weeks.
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Minnesota DNR reports on first survey of upper St. Croix catfish
Agency reveals where the fish like to live, their relationship with sturgeon, and what works for studying them.
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Meteorologist Ben Dery has been fascinated by weather since Chisago Lakes childhood
KARE-11 weather forecaster will be featured speaker at St. Croix Falls event.
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Tropical Wings accepting applications for bird habitat restoration grants
St. Croix Valley organization will award funds for projects that improve the area’s avian appeal.
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Shagobay, a Great Chief of the Anishinaabe
Born along a St. Croix River tributary, Shagobay lived a long life, saw much change, and was part of many historic events.

