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September 22, 2025 4:00 AM

Scientists look for cause of spike in swimmer’s itch plaguing Minnesota lakes

The itchy red rash is caused by tiny parasites in the water that can burrow into human skin. Researchers are looking at whether certain waterfowl, invasive species or warming lakes could be factors.

by Kirsti Marohn

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September 19, 2025 4:00 AM

Autumn alert: Changeover to fall colors is happening quickly in northern Minnesota

If you’re thinking of a trip to Minnesota’s North Shore to catch the vibrant leaves this fall, don’t dawdle — the changeover to fall colors is well underway.

by Andrew Krueger

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September 10, 2025 4:00 AM

Salvage timber harvests in Bemidji area to promote forest regeneration after late June storms

The harvests are in response to late June storms which damaged about a thousand acres on DNR-managed sites in the area.

by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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September 9, 2025 3:25 PM

DNR expecting particularly vivid fall color display across Minnesota this year

DNR officials say 2025 could be a vibrant and possibly ahead-of-schedule fall color season in Minnesota, after months of favorable weather and rainfall across the state.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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August 29, 2025 8:15 AM

Body of missing Minnesota hiker found in Wyoming wilderness

The Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office said it located the remains of 38-year-old Grant Gardner on Wednesday in the Cloud Peak Wilderness in north-central Wyoming.

by MPR News Staff

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August 27, 2025 4:00 AM

U of M survey finds Minnesotans concerned about health of lakes, rivers

A large majority of survey respondents said they believe science can address challenges like pollution, habitat loss, climate impacts and overdevelopment.

by Kirsti Marohn

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August 23, 2025 6:00 AM

Tinted sunscreen does something regular sun protection can't

Most sunscreens protect skin from UV light but the tinted variety also block visible light. And that can be important for people with hyperpigmentation or melasma, especially those with darker skin.

by Andrea Muraskin

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August 22, 2025 11:39 AM

Authorities suspend rescue efforts for Minnesota hiker missing in Wyoming

Authorities in Wyoming have suspended search and rescue efforts for a Minnesota hiker who’s been missing for more than three weeks. The sheriff called it a “heartbreaking and difficult decision.”

by MPR News Staff

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August 19, 2025 2:49 PM

Minnesota DNR stocks fish pond ahead of State Fair opening

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources stocked its popular State Fair fish pond Tuesday morning. There, fairgoers can see the rare paddlefish and prehistoric lake sturgeon, plus a few dozen more species.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox