FMR Updates

Join us for lock and dam focus group tours

by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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May 1, 2022

Learn more about the big study that will consider the future of two locks and dams in the heart of the Twin Cities. Read more

A photo showing the river almost emptied to the river bottom as part of a draw down by the Army Corps.

What we accomplished together in 2021: FMR's annual report

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May 1, 2022

Celebrate the impactful work you made possible in our 2021 digital annual report. >>

Sign up for updates on An Evening Celebrating the Mississippi River

by John Briel

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April 21, 2022

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April 20, 2022

As covered by MPR News, WCCO and other media outlets, the Mississippi River made the list of "America’s Most Endangered Rivers" this week. But a proposed federal program — championed by Friends of the Mississippi River and many others — has the potential to turn that designation around. >>

Where FMR's priorities stand at the Legislature

by Trevor Russell

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April 14, 2022

FMR entered this unique 2022 legislative session with a slate of clear priorities. After a week-long break, lawmakers are heading back to the state capitol for the final legislative push. Now is a great time to take stock and take action. >>

The ESI Youth Advisory Council's first year

by Naomi Nickel

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April 13, 2022

The most recent expansion of our Environmental Stewardship Institute (ESI) is a youth-led council that explores pathways to environmental leadership at FMR and in the larger Twin Cities community through the school year. Here's what the 2022-2023 founding members have been up to, including their first public event earlier this month. >>

Will Minnesota get the lead out this session?

by Trevor Russell

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April 12, 2022

Numerous bills addressing lead pollution and lead in drinking water are moving forward at the Legislature this session. Here's how Minnesota could get the lead out of schools, drinking water pipes and more. >>