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October 12, 2025
Did you know that Ford Motor Company owns a hazardous waste dump right on the river's edge in the middle of St. Paul? FMR has been a longtime advocate for cleaning up this site. Join us to take action. Read more
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June 16, 2025
FMR supporters always have good questions about complex topics. We put together this FAQ to make it easy to get the facts about the promise and potential pitfalls around sustainable aviation fuel. Read more
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September 20, 2024
There's great promise for the use of winter oilseeds as sustainable aviation fuel — but there are also challenges. Read more
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August 19, 2022
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January 10, 2022
Learn why we support keeping one lock, but look forward to exploring the potential removal of two local locks and dams, and sign up to receive updates. 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 at F-O-K Studios in St. Paul. 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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October 6, 2025
Meander on the Mississippi attendees took a boat ride through the river gorge and Lock and Dam 1 in St. Paul while learning about the possibility of dam removal at the third Our River event. Check out our photos and a recap of the program. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Highland Park Community Center Auditorium, St. Paul
Three options: October 20, October 28, November 22, 2025
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
3M's oak woodlands, Cottage Grove
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