FMR Updates

Our 2026 legislative priorities for the river

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January 19, 2026

From conservation work to sustainable agriculture to lock and dam questions, there will be opportunities this session to make a positive impact on the Mississippi River. Read more

The Minnesota Capitol building in front of a purple evening sky.

Beth Dooley joins FMR board

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January 15, 2026

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

Thanks to our fall 2025 intern!

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January 12, 2026

Our Ecological Data Analysis Intern helped FMR analyze data from three different monitoring and research projects. Read more

Latest storm drain mural connects streets to the river

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January 12, 2026

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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December 14, 2025

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

St. Paul finalizes its riverfront regulations

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December 10, 2025

St. Paul's long-delayed Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area ordinance is finally complete! Here's what's in it — and how our River Guardians helped. Read more