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September 14, 2026
This summer, the public had its first opportunity to comment on a proposed nickel-sulfide mine in Tamarack. Hundreds of FMR River Guardians advocated for clean water for current and future generations. What happens next? Read more
August 14, 2026
An important study of the underwater cutoff wall above St. Anthony Falls is now complete. We know a lot more about its condition and failure risks, but one crucial question remains: Who owns it? Read more
July 31, 2026
Fox 9's Corin Hoggard recently interviewed FMR Land Use and Planning Director Colleen O'Connor Toberman about the proposed development at the end end of the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis. Read more
July 30, 2026
The proposed mine would be located in both the Mississippi and St. Croix watersheds. The DNR is taking public comments until Sept. 14. Read more
July 14, 2026
We still have a lot to study and learn about whether dam removal makes sense for the metro Mississippi, but a new report shows us what recreation and tourism could be on a restored river. Read more
July 10, 2026
Since the 1880s, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has been committed to expanding public land along the riverfront. A new development proposal puts that vision in jeopardy. Read more
May 26, 2026
We've known for many years that two locks and dams in Minneapolis and St. Paul might be worth removing. Now, a new FMR study will find out what's possible for the future of the river gorge. Read more
May 18, 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
April 29, 2026
More than 150 projects that benefit clean water and the outdoors depend on this funding. Send a message to your legislators, urging them to approve these bills. Read more
April 14, 2026
This is a key moment for Minneapolis residents to call on the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to invest "1% for Ecosystems." Read more
