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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.

YMCA camp teaches kids to appreciate, protect state's waters

YMCA camp teaches kids to appreciate, protect state's waters

In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, 40 percent of the state's waters are polluted. The YMCA has developed a summer camp designed to prevent kids from taking Minnesota's water resources for granted.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Twin Metals pitches new method of storing waste at proposed mine near BWCA

Twin Metals pitches new method of storing waste at proposed mine near BWCA

“Dry stack” tailings storage is something that environmental groups have advocated for the much-further-along PolyMet copper-nickel mine project, arguing it’s a safer way to store mine waste. But state regulators have expressed concerns about the technology.
by Dan Kraker

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In Hubbard Co., stopping lake invaders means not forgetting the beach toys

In Hubbard Co., stopping lake invaders means not forgetting the beach toys

In an effort to stave off the advance of invasive species in their lakes, advocates in Hubbard County want to make sure people are cleaning not only their boats and trailers, but their water gear and equipment, too.
by Kirsti Marohn

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