Updates and Articles

Ignoring science, undermining public trust: A concerning SAF proposal in Congress

June 16, 2025

Ignoring a key emissions measurement known as "indirect land use change" would undermine climate goals, threaten water quality and violate basic scientific principles. Read more

Sediment-laden runoff during spring on bare, brown cropland.

FMR statement on the shootings of Rep. Hortman, Sen. Hoffman

June 16, 2025

Speaker Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman represent Mississippi River districts, and have been frequent collaborators and allies in FMR's policy work. Read more

The front entrance to the Minnesota Capitol building

Where we work: Camp Cozy Park

June 15, 2025

Located on a peninsula along the Elk River, this former summer resort turned 48-acre city park is home to diverse habitats including two remnant prairies, woodlands and river floodplains. Read more

Welcome to our newest staff and board member

June 13, 2025

We're thrilled to welcome Meghan Anderson, our new Biofuels Policy Manager and Yumi Kashihara, our new board member. We're also lucky to welcome back Ivy Song to support our stewardship team this season. Read more

FMR making the case for sustainable aviation fuel in the Strib

June 12, 2025

In case you missed it, FMR has been making the case for winter-hardy oilseeds as a river-friendly source for sustainable aviation fuel in the Star Tribune. Read more

Plane wing over river + The Minnesota Star Tribune

School's out for summer: Sov's highlights from 2024-25 classroom partnerships

June 11, 2025

We asked Sovatha Oum, FMR's Youth Program Manager, about his favorite stories from working with metro classrooms this year. Check out his reflections on experiential learning and outdoor education, and his yearbook message for all of us. Read more

Thank you for joining us at Music in the Prairie!

June 10, 2025

Two hundred river supporters came together for the first Our River event, Music in the Prairie featuring The Cactus Blossoms. Check out our photos of the afternoon and a recap of the program highlights. Read more

How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared — 2025

June 10, 2025

Which Mississippi River priorities passed before the deadline? And which ones had to be handled in a special session? Here's a roundup of what happened. Read more

The Minnesota Capitol building exterior with an FMR River Guardians bullhorn in front.. Text says "MNLEG 2025 final update"

Mississippi River island hosts colorful sculptures

June 10, 2025

Through Oct. 26, colorful Mexican folk art sculptures will cover Raspberry Island in downtown St. Paul as a celebration of the Latino community's connection to the Mississippi River. Read more