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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.

U.S. House approves Great Lakes compact

U.S. House approves Great Lakes compact

The House has ratified a compact to prevent the diversion of water from the Great Lakes, sending the bill to President Bush for his signature.

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New ballast water rules target invasive species

New ballast water rules target invasive species

Minnesota is expected to require treatment of ballast water discharged by ships that stop at Minnesota's Lake Superior ports, in an attempt to stop the spread of invasive species.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Michigan lawmaker to oppose Great Lakes compact in US House

Michigan lawmaker to oppose Great Lakes compact in US House

A key Michigan lawmaker said Monday he will oppose a compact to prevent the diversion of water from the Great Lakes because it allows bottled water to be shipped from the region.

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U of M builds a stream from the ground up

An artificial research stream brings a bit of wild river to downtown Minneapolis.
by Tim Nelson

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MPR poll: Pawlenty approval strong; doubts about Molnau

MPR poll: Pawlenty approval strong; doubts about Molnau

A new statewide poll gives high job performance marks to Republican Gov. Tim Pawlenty, but voters have little confidence in the woman who could replace him, Lt. Gov. Carol Molnau.
by Tim Pugmire

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Minnesota tax group urges 'no' vote on outdoors sales tax

Minnesota tax group urges 'no' vote on outdoors sales tax

Opponents of a proposed state sales tax increase for the outdoors and arts are ramping up their campaign to try to defeat the ballot measure this fall.
by Tim Pugmire

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Moderate drought conditions persist for third summer in a row

Moderate drought conditions persist for third summer in a row

Parts of Minnesota are dealing with moderate drought conditions for the third summer in a row. A wet spring gave way to a drier-than-normal summer across much of the state.
by Minnesota News Network

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Perspective on the health of Minnesota lakes

Perspective on the health of Minnesota lakes

A longtime lake resident and water quality advocate reflects on the life of Minnesota lakes.
by Dan Gunderson

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State asks for public comment on contaminated 3M dump

State asks for public comment on contaminated 3M dump

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is asking for public comment on a plan to clean up contamination at the 3M disposal site in Woodbury.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Mississippi passage

Mississippi passage

Ten Minnesota kids are going to paddle down the Mississippi in the boats they built.
by Bob Collins

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