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Check out the new interactive FMR corridor map! Add your comments and help the river

Check out FMR's new interactive river corridor map! View the river on-screen through panoramic photo-Flash videos and share comments on your favorite view — or views! Read more…

A new standard for river pollution!

Tuesday, June 22nd, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Citizens Board voted to approve a new pollution standard for the Mississippi River in the metro area! Read more…

FMR appointed to Ford Site Open Space Workgroup

Friends of the Mississippi River has been appointed to participate in a working group to explore the potential of an expanded open space and park vision for the 125-acre Ford Motor Company site in Saint Paul's Highland Park neighborhood. Read more…

Mississippi River Challenge Communications and Marketing Assistant/Intern needed!

Friends of the Mississippi River is currently seeking a fall Mississippi River Challenge Communications and Marketing Assistant/Intern. Year-round outreach is critical to the success of FMR’s premier event. This is an excellent opportunity for students to add an interesting and meaningful experience to their resume and polish their skills in a supportive, encouraging and professional environment. Read more…

New rare species found at Sand Coulee: small-leaved pussytoes

On Thursday June 10th, during a FMR led tour of the Hastings Sand Coulee Prairie SNA, a new rare species was discovered, bringing the number of known rare species in this incredible prairie to 14. Read more…

Critical Area rulemaking update: Newly drafted river districts get cool response

New overlay districts proposed for the Critical Area received a cool response from stakeholders at meetings held by the Department of Natural Resources in late June. FMR and others shared their concerns at the meetings and via written comments. Read more…

Avian assessments indicate that FMR conservation sites serve a vital role for native fauna

Breeding bird populations are good indicators of the value of FMR’s land conservation sites and a valuable tool for evaluating restoration projects. June surveys over the past few years have detected numerous species in need of the very habitat we work to provide. Read more…

 

Whose view? From where? — July 2010

Do you recognize this view? Can you tell us something where it is or why it is significant? Tell us about it! Read more…

Doing the Turkey Trod

What do the following words have in common: poult, jenny, jake, hen, tom, rafter? All are names for one bird species! Find out which one and read about a very personal close encounter with one of these birds. Read more…

Vandal cuts down 28 newly planted River Gorge trees

June 30th, FMR was one of the first to hear some very disturbing news from the Minneapolis Park Board: someone cut down 28 newly planted oak, sugar maple and basswood trees in the Mississippi River Gorge. Read more…

Shorter ‘tied arch’ bridge type chosen for Hastings US 61 crossing

A new Hastings bridge won't tower over downtown, after all. On June 30th, the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced that a shorter, “tied arch” style bridge will be built and will be similar in scale to the existing bridge. MnDOT had considered a “cable stay” design that would have risen 35 to 180 feet above the adjacent bluffs, and would have been visible from miles away. Read more…

Dioxin from antibacterial soap contaminating river

University of Minnesota researchers have found dioxins derived from a common antibacterial hand soap additive in Mississippi River sediments. Read more…

Brown vs. blue? — Aerial shot of Mississippi-St. Croix confluence

Minnesota Public Radio recently posted a dramatic aerial shot of the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers. Comments include an interesting post from FMR Watershed Program Director Trevor Russell. Read more…

Whose view? From where? — June 2010

Do you recognize this view? Can you tell us something where it is or why it is significant? Tell us about it! Read more…

Welcome Eric and Henry, new FMR interns!

FMR is proud to welcome new interns Eric Chien and Henry Stroud! Eric will be a familiar face at our habitat restoration and education events. Meanwhile, Henry is compiling a visual inventory of river resources to help inform local rulemaking process. Read more…

FMR now on Flickr!

See photos of recent restoration events, hikes, local flora and fauna and riverfront views at FMR’s Flickr site. While you’re there, take a moment to join the group and add your own images! Read more…

Now showing at a rookery near you

Hungry heron hatchlings abound this time of year! Learn more about rookeries and the family life of the FMR mascot. Read more…

Riverside Park kickoff a success!

Habitat restoration at Riverside Park, the newest River Gorge Stewards restoration site, has begun! Read more…

River eaglets get their 7-week checkup

The National Park Service is conducting their annual survey of nesting Eagles in the Twin Cities — part of a long-term effort to monitor the health of these birds. The 7-week old eaglets are removed from the nests. Then they have blood and feathers drawn for chemical analysis, are weighed and measured and returned safely. Read more…

A riverfront location for the MWMO

The Mississippi Watershed Management Organization recently approved plans for their new building and grounds. Stormwater management demonstrations, meeting and classroom space, and a canoe landing are some of the innovative features of their plan for a new riverfront headquarters. Read more…

‘10,000 Reasons Why Photo Contest’ open!

The fourth annual “10,000 Reasons Why Photo Contest” is up and running. Grab your camera and head outside, or upload your favorite photo from your local, recent adventures! Read more…

Gorge Stewards off to a great start!

The spring restoration season is off to a great start for the Mississippi River Gorge Stewards! Read more…