FMR Updates

FMR Updates
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
St. Paul finalizes its riverfront regulations

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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
Frozen St. Paul riverfront
A record-breaking year for River Guardian advocates

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River Guardians sent a record number of messages to decision-makers in 2025, advancing legislative wins, riverfront protections and more. Read more
Large town hall audience and speakers
Celebrating FMR's 2025 volunteers and young river stewards

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Our highlights from this year's community stewardship and education programming. Read more
Volunteers and youth outdoors
Thank you for joining us at Art for the River!

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Over 100 guests joined us for the opening reception of Our River: Mississippi Muse at the F-O-K Studio’s third-floor gallery. This is FMR's first juried art exhibition, featuring 18 river-inspired pieces. Read more
Two attendees look at artwork

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Upcoming Events

August 1 through October 15, 2026
Throughout St. Paul
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
River Oaks Park, Cottage Grove