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Water

Water shortages and problems around Minnesota — and the country — have many wondering what is the true cost of clean and reliable water. This reporting is supported in part by The Water Main, a project of American Public Media.

Around MN: farming and pollution, budget woes save wolves

A lack of money will end a federal program that has quietly trapped and killed thousands of wolves in northern Minnesota in the past 33 years, officials said.
by Michael Olson

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A conversation: Farming and pollution

What is the role of farming practices in protecting the quality of Minnesota’s water? What is the best way to approach agriculture and farmers to make things better? Join a conversation on where to go next.
by Michael Olson

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WEIGH IN: How should we deal with farming and pollution?

Seven Minnesotans discuss how to fix farm-related water pollution on MPR News’ Ground Level “Weigh In” forum.
by Dave Peters

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More legacy money goes into water

Asian carp is a priority but water improvement projects also were approved Tuesday to receive Minnesota Legacy Amendment money.
by Dave Peters

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Where are we risk free? (5×8 – 9/14/11)

Where are we risk free? (5×8 – 9/14/11)

Where can nature not touch us, laughter as medicine, a man, the earth, and a dog, dispatches from the suspicion society, and victims fight back in Minneapolis.
by Bob Collins

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A new look to tackling Minnesota’s water pollution

A new look to tackling Minnesota’s water pollution

Minnesota has waged water quality battles for decades. Increasingly, that debate has come down to residents finding ways at the local level to clean rivers, slow runoff and cooperate.
by Dave Peters

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On a hill, Duluth collaborates to slow water's flow

On a hill, Duluth collaborates to slow water's flow

Controlling runoff on the hills of Duluth is a tough undertaking, but an unusual coalition is making headway.
by Jennifer Vogel

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Lake stewards band together for impact

Lake stewards band together for impact

Long a force in cleaning local lakes, lake associations are banding together to become a statewide force.
by Jennifer Vogel

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People taking action to make a difference

People taking action to make a difference

Cleaning up Minnesota's waters can come down to individuals trying to make a difference in the community they live in, whether it's on a farm, near a lake or in City Hall. Here are snapshots of a handful of Minnesotans who are taking action.
by Jennifer Vogel

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