In the Media

FMR is proud to serve as the voice for the Mississippi River and the people who care about it — at the Capitol, in our communities and in the media. Many thanks to the reporters who take the time to cover important river issues.

The Southwest Journal and Downtown Journal ― September 20, 2016

Mississippi - sick, not dying

by Zoe Peterson

WCCO ― September 20, 2016

How Healthy Is The Mississippi River?

KARE 11 ― September 20, 2016

Mississippi River healthier, but threats loom

Craft Brewing Business ― August 1, 2016

Craft credo No. 5: Support the environment (like this limited-edition 72 Stretch beer for the Mississippi River)

by Keith Gribbins

It's official: caring for our local environment and the Big River is part of the Craft Credo.

Camden Community News ― July 31, 2016

Reconnecting North Minneapolis Neighborhoods to the Mississippi

by Douglas Fehlen

A forum held last month by the Friends of the Mississippi River (FMR) brought together community advocates looking to ensure all Northside residents have an opportunity to enjoy what are described as once-in-a-generation enhancements to our city’s most impressive natural resource.”

North News ― July 27, 2016

To reconnect North to Mississippi, Old wounds must be healed

by Kenzie O'Keefe

As more North Minneapolis riverfront is being converted to parkland, care is being taken to ensure that new parks and trails are truly accessible to residents.

St. Peter Herald ― July 10, 2016

Bipartisan agreement on Minnesota water policy

by Clark Johnson (DFL-N. Mankato)

Bipartisan agreement on Minnesota water policy by Clark Johnson (DFL-N. Mankato) This commentary from the legislator who introduced the Working Lands bill stresses the importance of coalition building to achieve real progress for water quality.

Star Tribune ― May 26, 2016

Environmentalists, agriculture industry team up on Minnesota water quality: Key initiatives to reduce runoff gained broad support in Legislature

by the Star Tribune Editorial Board

Lauds FMR-led legislative victories in support of a collaborative, market-based approach to preserving our waters.

Longfellow Nokomis Messenger ― May 20, 2016

Mississippi River Gorge Clean-up

by Earth Day 2016: Mississippi River Gorge Cleanup

Photos and article by Margie O'Laughlin

Star Tribune ― May 17, 2016

St. Paul officials, environmentalists clash over restrictions along the Mississippi River

by The city is at the center of a controversy over proposed rules for land along the river

By Jessie Van Berkel