Mississippi River News

Mississippi River News
Study: human-made pollutants in remote, undeveloped lakes?
by Trevor Russell

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July 7, 2020

A recent story from Minnesota Public Radio shines a light on some unexpected (and unnerving) new findings. Even in Minnesota’s relatively remote and pristine lakes, researchers are finding human-made contaminants of concern.  >>

 

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Dust in the wind (spreads toxic algae)
by Peter LaFontaine

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July 4, 2020

Pristine lakes in remote parts of Minnesota — and around the country — are beginning to suffer from blooms of toxic algae, and scientists are piecing together a troubling answer as to why.  >>

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Minneapolis park board cuts ties with Minneapolis Police
by Colleen O'Connor Toberman

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June 3, 2020

In recognition of our commitment to public spaces that are safe and welcoming to all, we applaud the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's recent decisions to reduce its relationship with the Minneapolis Police Department. Read more, including our letter of support. >>

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Potato fiasco turns even more rotten
by Peter LaFontaine

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June 2, 2020

According to new disclosures, an enormous scofflaw corporation is trying to skirt basic environmental regulations in order to make billions on ... potatoes.  >>

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New Pig's Eye Lake islands on the way!
by Alex Roth

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April 13, 2020

From road work to new buildings, construction projects are a constant for most Twin Cities residents. Soon, a new type of project is coming to St. Paul: seven small islands within Pig's Eye Lake.

We look forward to their benefits for wildlife, reduced erosion and climate change research. >>

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Nutrients down(ish), salts up in U.S. rivers
by Peter LaFontaine

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April 8, 2020

A new report from the U.S. Geological Survey has found some disturbing — but uneven — trends in American rivers over the last generation.  >>

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KSTP TV: Ford site cleanup ‘top priority’ for neighbors [video]

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February 24, 2020

Our river corridor director Colleen O'Connor Toberman gave KSTP reporters a tour of Ford Area C to explain why so many in the metro area are calling for thorough cleanup of the toxic riverfront dump site.  >>

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Join us at the annual river gorge Earth Day cleanup
Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
West River Parkway and 36th Street/44th Street, Minneapolis
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