FMR Updates

Press release: New MN rules to protect metro Mississippi River corridor, our local national park!

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December 27, 2016

by Trevor Russell

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December 16, 2016

Recently, the Environmental Protection Agency updated the nation’s renewable fuel requirements. While we were disappointed to see an increase in traditional corn-based ethanol, we’re pleased to see a raise in production goals for cellulosic biofuel in 2017.

This creates a powerful market incentive for farmers to grow perennial crops, supporting FMR’s work towards market-based solutions to reduce agricultural water pollution.

Minnesota triclosan ban takes effect January 1

by Trevor Russell

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December 16, 2016

In a major victory for water quality and public health, the 2014 legislature made Minnesota the first state in the nation to prohibit the sale of triclosan in consumer hand and body washes. FMR spearheaded the initiative after learning that triclosan from consumer products was turning into dioxins or cancer-causing chemicals in the river. We proudly look forward to the law taking effect January 1, 2017!

Plain soap and water is the best way to wash your hands.

Welcome, Ruby Rey!

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December 12, 2016

Meet the youngest addition to the FMR family!

FMR Volunteer Coordinator Amy Kilgore and Ruby Rey!

Mystery building near Lake Street Bridge to reduce odors, but stands to be improved

by Alicia Uzarek

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December 12, 2016

A number of Mississippi Messages readers have contacted us since the leaves fell from the trees about a new building on the river located just north of Minneapolis' Lake Street bridge. We investigated and have some answers, as well as several related questions and concerns.

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December 12, 2016

As always, FMR is ready to vigorously protect the Mississippi River and its water quality in 2017. During this season of gratitude and resolutions for the new year, here's how you can help us safeguard our successes.

Snowfall at Pine Bend Bluffs Scientific and Natural Area.

Thank you, volunteers! Plus, the best photos from our 2016 event season

by Amy Kilgore

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December 9, 2016

The number of Twin Citians passionate about the Mississippi River never ceases to amaze us. In 2016, over 3,700 people pitched in at 98 FMR volunteer events. It was an honor to work with each of you.

Whether you spent a couple of hours picking up trash with us on Earth Day, hauled brush on a Saturday morning, took the "pledge to pull" this spring, or earned full FMR SuperVolunteer status participating in several events throughout the year, thank you!

And please enjoy a few of our favorite photos from the 2016 event season.