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Getting to Green: Minnesota’s energy future

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What would removing Twin Cities locks and dams mean for the Mississippi River?

What would removing Twin Cities locks and dams mean for the Mississippi River?

Some environmental groups think removing the locks and dams would help restore the ecological health of the river and create new recreational opportunities, but many questions remain. Several studies aim to provide answers.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Rescue dogs and cats coming to Minnesota face New World screwworm scrutiny

Rescue dogs and cats coming to Minnesota face New World screwworm scrutiny

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health imposed restrictions Tuesday on animals coming from areas where there are active New World screwworm infestations, including Texas and New Mexico.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Minnesota’s list of polluted waters grows, but some lakes, rivers reflect 'modest progress'

Minnesota’s list of polluted waters grows, but some lakes, rivers reflect 'modest progress'

The state’s water bodies face a variety of pollution issues, including mercury from coal-fired power plants and industry, sulfate that can harm wild rice and “forever chemicals” that accumulate in fish. But some lakes, rivers and streams have logged improvements.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Forest Service proposes cutting refunds to reduce last minute Boundary Waters cancellations

Forest Service proposes cutting refunds to reduce last minute Boundary Waters cancellations

A record number of people canceled BWCA permits last year, and many of them canceled too close to the entry dates for others to use them. Now officials are weighing whether to reduce refunds to discourage people from booking multiple permits.
by Dan Kraker

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New study outlines costly steps to control ‘forever chemicals’ in east Twin Cities metro

New study outlines costly steps to control ‘forever chemicals’ in east Twin Cities metro

A new study from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency recommends the state take action to contain the underground contamination plume and keep it from spreading more. It’s still unclear who would pay for the plan, which could cost hundreds of millions of dollars.
by Kirsti Marohn

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