River Guardians

Our 2026 legislative priorities for the river

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January 19, 2026

From conservation work to sustainable agriculture to lock and dam questions, there will be opportunities this session to make a positive impact on the Mississippi River. Read more

The Minnesota Capitol building in front of a purple evening sky.

Earth Day rally highlights threats to clean water

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May 7, 2026

FMR staff and River Guardians joined clean water advocates at the Minnesota State Capitol for an Earth Day rally. The event called attention to the risks of the proposed sulfide mine in the Mississippi headwaters. You can weigh in this summer. Read more

Can an outpouring of support for full cleanup at Ford Area C make a difference?

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March 16, 2026

The list of elected officials and community members supporting a full cleanup of this toxic riverfront site is getting longer. What will the MPCA decide? Read more

Aerial image of Ford Area C and steam plant

Earth Day and beyond: Celebrate and steward the river this spring!

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March 2, 2026

Five ways you can steward and advocate for the river this Earth Day! Read more

Tell the St. Paul City Council to request a full cleanup of Area C

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February 20, 2026

A partial cleanup isn't enough. If you're a St. Paul resident, you can help urge the city council to support a full cleanup request. Read more

The paved lot atop Ford Area C seen from a drone.

Advocates rally for Ford hazardous waste cleanup

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January 22, 2026

At a recent community meeting, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency said that it doesn't believe it can require Ford to fully remove its riverfront hazardous waste dump in St. Paul. FMR, elected officials and River Guardians disagree. Read more