FMR Updates

FMR Updates
We're hiring!

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We're hiring an Accountant and two Summer Field Ecology Interns. Read more
People in canoe on river with text, FMR is hiring!
We protect what, and who, we love: FMR's response to the ICE occupation

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As the ICE surge hits the Twin Cities, we must recognize the violence and civil rights violations affecting our communities while also highlighting the best of Minnesotans. Read more
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FMR 2025 annual report now live

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Celebrating all that our community of river supporters accomplished in 2025 to steward the Mississippi River for generations to come. Read more
Two volunteers work in prairie by a river
Beth Dooley joins FMR board

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A renowned food and travel writer and longtime friend of FMR, Beth Dooley joined our board in January. Plus, we're celebrating the service two long-time board members who are stepping down, but not entirely away. Read more
Beth Dooley
Thanks to our fall 2025 intern!

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Our Ecological Data Analysis Intern helped FMR analyze data from three different monitoring and research projects. Read more
Tori hauls buckthorn
Latest storm drain mural connects streets to the river

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High school youth in our Environmental Stewardship Institute Council collaborated with artist Jesús Ramírez on this year's storm drain mural at Harriet Island. Read more
ESI council members and artist pose by storm drain mural sketch
Time to weigh in: Ford Area C cleanup plan enters public comment period

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The Ford Area C Feasibility Study is open for public comment through Feb. 3 — the last chance we have to advocate for a full cleanup of Ford Area C in St. Paul. Here's how. Read more
Ford Area C in winter

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Upcoming Events

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 - 6:00pm to 7:15pm
Open Book, Minneapolis
This school year
In your classroom or outside
Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
West River Parkway and 36th Street/44th Street, Minneapolis