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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.
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Wisconsin judge rejects attempt to overturn factory farm regulations
Ruling allows DNR to continue requiring pollution permits for large-scale livestock operations.
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New Hudson wharf will provide visitor boat parking, fishing access
Dock in Lakefront Park is part of major plan to revitalize city’s connection to river.
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The First Swede, Part 3: St. Croix Valley, Swedish settlers, into the unknown
The final chapter of Jacob Fahlstrom’s far-ranging life found his family settling along the St. Croix River.
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The First Swede, Part 2: Minnesota, marriage, and Methodism
Jacob Fahlstrom arrived in Minnesota before Fort Snelling was built, spent decades making history.
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The First Swede, Part 1: Scandinavian wanderer settled in St. Croix Valley long before most immigrants
In the early 1800s, Jacob Fahlstrom found his way across the Atlantic Ocean and the North American continent to finally put down roots in Afton.
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Community meetings scheduled to discuss invasive carp
After another huge haul of carp from the Mississippi River, advocates plan to provide update and inspire action.
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Details emerge about future of King Plant
Xcel Energy explains latest plans for power plant along the lower river after 2028 closure.
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Minnesota DNR recommends changes to native ‘rough fish’ management
Agency proposes to revise how the state approaches long-overlooked fish species, from research to harvest limits.
