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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.

New effort aims to control invasive carp in Lake Minnetonka headwaters

New effort aims to control invasive carp in Lake Minnetonka headwaters

The control effort will include multiple strategies including removing adult carp, installing barriers, and aerating lakes to ensure the winter survival of fish that feed on carp eggs.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dayton veto brings GOP counterpunch to governor's groundwater legacy

Dayton veto brings GOP counterpunch to governor's groundwater legacy

A state rule aimed at protecting drinking water sources from nitrate contamination originating from nitrogen fertilizer could be delayed for a year or more in a dust-up over agriculture policy at the Capitol.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Frac sand mine mishap turns a river orange

Frac sand mine mishap turns a river orange

As the debate over water quality vs. mining rages in the northern part of Minnesota and Wisconsin, the southern part of the region is providing a good lesson in pollution: You never know what's going to cause it.
by Bob Collins

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Met Council explores treating, reusing wastewater in SE metro

The project signifies the council's increased interest in wastewater reuse as concerns mount about the long-term sustainability of Minnesota's water resources.
by Kirsti Marohn

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What’s on MPR News? 5/15/18

Here are the stories, topics, and guests you'll hear on MPR News today.
by Bob Collins

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Will the wild rice saga end amicably before Legislature adjourns?

Will the wild rice saga end amicably before Legislature adjourns?

Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed lawmakers' attempt to get rid of a longstanding but rarely enforced rule aimed at protecting wild rice, but it's not clear if the two sides will be able to settle their differences by the May 21 adjournment.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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