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Massive mayfly hatch on upper St. Croix River shows up on weather radar
Meteorologists detect swarm of mating insects — a messy sign of clean water.
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Research shows economic losses to Wisconsin waters from large-scale animal farms
UW-Stout professor says manure management must be part of policy discussions.
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Drinking water severely contaminated near factory farm in St. Croix County
Test results from town hall near large dairy operation show high levels of toxins.
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Two Chisago lakes achieve clean water restoration goals
Conservation agency staff work with landowners and community partners to advance positive water quality trends.
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Wisconsin awards grants to help groups protect lakes and rivers
Funds will support invasive species education and prevention, clean water stewardship, and other activities.
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Two inches and 6,000 gallons: A swollen century on the St. Croix River
See for yourself how the river has gradually gotten bigger as the atmosphere and the surrounding landscape changed.
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Wisconsin Water Week features presentations and discussions about lakes and rivers
The first ever Wisconsin Water Week will feature three days of presentations and panels on research, management options, and educational strategies.
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Feedback from local communities helps shape Lower St. Croix 10-year watershed plan
Draft plan identifies public education and support for farmers as priority needs and aims to promote collaboration across levels of government and with the public.
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Snowplows spread beet product to melt ice, cut pollution, and reduce road repair costs
County highway department uses biodegradable brine to reduce salt use that threatens lakes, rivers, vehicles, and roads.
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New stretches of St. Croix River and its tributaries declared impaired
State agency says nutrient levels exceed new standards, though the water has been improving in recent decades.
