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Citizen group decries DNR decision to double dairy size
Neighbors say polluting past and their concerns were ignored in approving application.
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Drowning victim found in river at Hudson
Thirty-four-year-old Anders Engstrom’s death ruled accidental drowning.
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Fish surveys turn up surprising species in St. Croix and tributaries
Rare minnows and unexpected paddlefish are highlights of one biologist’s work in 2023.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 8 to 14
Many birds follow open water back to the St. Croix Valley, while woodpeckers work on nests.
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Pollution-plagued factory farm permitted to double in size
DNR approves Emerald Sky application to increase cow herd — and manure production.
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Court rejects Hudson development over river impacts
Ruling in lawsuit says city violated state rules when it approved variances for apartment building.
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New fishing regulations for Wisconsin anglers on the St. Croix River effective March 1
Rules include changed limits for several popular game species.
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Afton State Park phenology, March 1 to 7
Winter birds head back north as raccoons start to reawaken.
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Poster park for problems of protecting narrow ribbons of public land
The St. Croix is a long and skinny nature preserve, depending on neighboring lands to expand its ecological impact.
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Prescott plans second phase of riverfront renovations
Work this year will redesign boat launch, expanding parking and amenities, and add a new public dock.
