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December 2, 2025
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
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November 6, 2025
A trio of free FMR events combined paddling with education and restoration. From a primer on clean-water crops in a former soybean field-turned prairie to a fishing intro on an oxbow lake in Hastings, these outings weren't typical volunteer events. Read more
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November 6, 2025
The Cottage Grove City Council recently approved the environmental review for a riverbed mine next to Lower Grey Cloud Island. FMR and many others still believe that this mine would have major negative impacts — and it might not be legal. Read more
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October 24, 2025
St. Paul residents showed up for the river and had a chance to speak directly with city leaders about riverfront priorities. Read more
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October 22, 2025
After years of delays, the St. Paul City Council is poised to vote on a Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area ordinance to guide riverfront development. Residents can join FMR in advocating for the addition of a bird-safe glass requirement. Read more
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October 9, 2025
FMR’s Stream Health Evaluation Program has delivered vital scientific data for nearly two decades. Read more
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October 9, 2025
FMR's first-ever juried art exhibition, "Our River: Mississippi Muse," will open in early December. Artist and FMR Board Member Jake Keeler talks about the show and offers an early look at some of the artwork. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Large oak forest in Hampton, Dakota County
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - 6:30pm
Dual Citizen Brewing Company, St. Paul
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
South Branch of the Vermillion River Aquatic Management Area, Hastings
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