Updates and Articles

FMR pollinator research and habitat projects receive state funds

May 23, 2023

The Minnesota Legislature passed bills that include five FMR restoration and enhancement projects and our three-year research project on best practices for pollinator habitat management. Read more

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Lawmakers approve $1M to shed light on St. Anthony Falls’ hidden hazard, the cutoff wall

May 23, 2023

We'll soon know a lot more about one of the state's most crucial, but overlooked, pieces of infrastructure: the hidden cutoff wall underneath St. Anthony Falls. Read more

St. Anthony Falls during spring high waters

A win for clean-water crops and a sustainable agricultural economy

May 21, 2023

Clean-water crops saw more support than ever at the Capitol this session. Read more

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What our spring flood means for Ford Area C

May 15, 2023

We've been waiting for a river flood to gather more information about the hazards posted by Ford Motor Company's floodplain dumpsite in St. Paul, known as Area C. This year, we'll have new data (and a special tour for our River Guardians). Read more

Minnesota takes a giant leap toward clean drinking water for all

May 15, 2023

An estimated 100,000-plus lead service lines are still in use in Minnesota. This bill will help replace a significant percentage of them. Read more

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Welcome to four new FMR staff

May 8, 2023

This spring we're excited to introduce you to four new staff who will work with our youth programs, events, restoration projects and pollinator research. Read more

Celebrating the Water Knowledge Network

May 6, 2023

FMR debuted our Water Knowledge Network last summer to share community knowledge about water and love for water, while building skills for youth and adults to care for our watershed. Here's what we learned. Read more

FMR joins environmental group's petition for clean drinking water in SE Minnesota

May 2, 2023

Nitrate levels in private and public wells are endangering drinking water for southeastern Minnesotans. We've signed on to a petition to urge the EPA to take action. Read more

Person holding drinking water in Kernza field

Action Alert: Tell legislators to support FMR's priorities for the river

May 1, 2023

The time is now. Tell lawmakers to take action for the river by supporting FMR's priorities this legislative session. Read more

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Where we work: Vermillion River Linear Park

April 17, 2023

Located along the Vermillion River and the Greenway trail in Hastings, this park's connection to the river and historical roots as a prairie have led us to work with local students and partners to restore its diverse habitats. Read more