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St. Croix Watershed Research Station opens application period for artist and writer residencies
Program provides opportunity to connect art and science at historic river cabin.
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DNR releases Invasive Carp Action Plan update
Agency announces new plans to help prevent carp from taking over St. Croix and other rivers.
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Laundry is a top source of microplastic pollution – here’s how to clean your clothes more sustainably
Washing machines can produce millions of tiny plastic particles that are polluting land and water.
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Conservationist to be honored for 1950s fight against Namekagon River dam
Lewis Posekany was a Wisconsin DNR biologist who helped block a proposed dam that would have degraded prime stretch of river.
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Locally developed farmer-led program continues strong despite budget constraints
State supports farmers to protect local waters and improve soil health.
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The watchdogs: After Wisconsin landowners discover plans to spread pig manure without permission, critics call for stronger oversight
State leans on citizens to scrutinize big farms’ manure plans. Opponents fear serious environmental harm.
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Conservancy expands permanently protected area along Namekagon tributary
Two recent conservation easements will permanently preserve properties along Spring Lake Creek.
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Regional trails designated as units of the National Park System
Long-distance hiking paths that cross parts of St. Croix River region receive elevated status.
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Minnesota agency awards $10 million in Clean Water Fund grants
Variety of projects will reduce erosion and contamination of lakes and rivers with excess nutrients.
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Listen: River stories from the ‘We Are Water’ podcast
Stories from St. Croix 360 founder Greg Seitz and river researcher Mark Edlund are featured.
