No more winter boating on the Mississippi?

In the MinnPost, Mike Mosedale noticed an unusually quick and widespread freezing of the River above Saint Anthony Falls. Further sleuthing turned up a surprising explanation – changes at the Riverside Power Plant.

Upcoming Events

Ford Area C dumpsite cleanup rally & meeting
Thursday, January 15, 2026 - rally 5:45 pm, meeting 6:30-8:30 pm
Highland Park Community Center, 1978 Ford Pkwy, St. Paul
Winter Salt Awareness Week: Sign the petition or attend a webinar
Monday-Friday, January 26-30, 2026
Online
Brush haul and bonfire at Rosemount Preserve and North 20 Brewing, Rosemount [WAITLIST]
Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Rosemount Wildlife Preserve and North 20 Brewing, Rosemount

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