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October 16, 2025
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August 21, 2025
Some good news for our local national park unit, but MNRRA and federal agencies working for the river still face many challenges. Here's what we're seeing from our partners. Read more
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June 12, 2025
In case you missed it, FMR has been making the case for winter-hardy oilseeds as a river-friendly source for sustainable aviation fuel in the Star Tribune. Read more
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February 7, 2025
What's next for the proposed mine in — yes, in — the Mississippi River backwaters near Grey Cloud Island? Read more
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July 10, 2024
Dr. Don Wyse, a pillar of the sustainable agriculture movement, passed away unexpectedly on July 2. His death leaves a significant hole in our community, but he also leaves behind a vision for a better world that will inspire us for years to come. Read more
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February 8, 2024
A bill to create a place-based, whole-river program Mississippi River Restoration and Resilience Initiative Act was introduced in both the House and the Senate for the first time. Read more
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January 29, 2024
Because of our advocacy for climate-smart dense urban development, national magazine The Atlantic reached out to FMR Land Use & Planning Director Colleen O'Connor Toberman to get our perspective on Minneapolis 2040. Read more
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Upcoming Events
Saturday, October 25, 2025 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
3M's oak woodlands, Cottage Grove
Now through October 26, 2025, dawn to 11 p.m.
Raspberry Island, St. Paul
Three options: October 20, October 28, November 22, 2025
Hidden Falls Regional Park, St. Paul
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