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Mining company announces new drilling in upper St. Croix watershed
Talon Metals Corp. plans to search for nickel near the West Branch of the Kettle River.
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St. Croix watershed enters drought warning phase in Minnesota
Recent conditions caused state to enact rules to limit some commercial water usage.
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Northland College launches research buoys in Lake Namekagon
Scientists seek to fill in knowledge gaps about the lake’s overall health with high-tech sensors.
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3M offers $10.3B settlement over PFAS contamination in water systems – now, how do you destroy a ‘forever chemical’?
PFAS can be filtered, but getting rid of the chemicals is a monumental challenge. A biochemist and soil scientist explain.
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Watch: Presentation about potential nickel mine near St. Croix River watershed
Video from recent event explains possible pollution threat and suggested steps to help protect water.
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Company proposes slightly scaled-back hog facility near Trade River
By reducing number of animals and increasing cage size, Cumberland says it will comply with new standards.
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Large dairy operation in Willow River watershed seeks to renew permit
Public hearing on May 18 for plans to manage 1,600 cows and the manure they produce.
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Input invited on Glacial Lake Grantsburg water management plan
Proposal focused on water levels in large wetland areas and impacts on aquifer.
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Companies seeking to bottle St. Croix Valley spring water
Businesses have been contacting residents along the lower river about possibly selling groundwater.
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Input invited on Wisconsin water quality monitoring
Draft guidance includes new standards for measuring PFAS and related chemicals.
