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April 29, 2024 1:43 PM

As the Boundary Waters draws new visitors, journalist Joe Friedrichs shares cautionary tales from a beautiful place

Friedrich’s book, “Last Entry Point: Stories of Death and Danger in the Boundary Waters,” comes out Tuesday.

by Emily Bright and Ellen Finn

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April 26, 2024 1:51 PM

DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

It’s the first time the DNR has used the new regulatory tool, which the Legislature authorized in 2023. The move marks a significant development in how the DNR addresses increased groundwater use and potential depletion in parts of Minnesota.

by Kirsti Marohn

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April 24, 2024 1:35 PM

Spring planting tips from a green-thumbed gardener

With the incoming rain this weekend, it’s the perfect time to kickstart spring planting.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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April 24, 2024 9:38 AM

Minnesotan plans to be the first Black woman to solo kayak the Mississippi from source to sea

Devin Brown is embarking on a journey to kayak from the source of the Mississippi River at Lake Itasca to the Gulf of Mexico. If successful, she would be the first Black woman to solo the length of the river.

by Cathy Wurzer and Alanna Elder

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April 23, 2024 4:00 AM

Arbor Day tradition aims to put trees in ground while easing political tensions at Capitol

For the past several decades, two Democrats and two Republicans in the Minnesota House have passed out trees on Arbor Day as a brief respite from political tensions at the Capitol.

by Clay Masters

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April 15, 2024 4:07 PM

Two popular trail loops on Minnesota’s North Shore will close for repair work this year

Two popular segments of the North Shore’s Superior Hiking Trail will be closed for at least part of this year, as crews work to repair damage caused by years of heavy use.

by Andrew Krueger

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April 13, 2024 8:00 AM

Study: Water clarity in lakes affecting loons’ success

A Chapman University biologist says his findings show reduced water clarity in Wisconsin lakes makes it more difficult for adult loons to hunt for food for their chicks in July, a critical growth period.

by Kirsti Marohn

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April 9, 2024 1:00 PM

Minnesota black bears are waking up early. Here’s how to keep the bears and yourself safe

Minnesota black bears are emerging from hibernation — and they’re ahead of schedule. So how can you keep the bears and yourself safe?

by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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March 30, 2024 4:00 AM

Council recommends $12 million to fight invasive carp

A proposal to install a barrier to prevent invasive carp from moving up the Mississippi River got a surprise boost this week. The Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council makes recommendations on how to spend money from a dedicated sales tax.

by Kirsti Marohn

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March 22, 2024 4:14 PM

‘Forever chemicals’ prompt new, stricter advice for eating fish from Mississippi

The Minnesota Department of Health advises that people in certain groups, including those who are pregnant and children under 15, should not eat fish from the Mississippi between St. Paul and Wabasha.

by Kirsti Marohn

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Outdoors

As the Boundary Waters draws new visitors, journalist Joe Friedrichs shares cautionary tales from a beautiful place

DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

Spring planting tips from a green-thumbed gardener

Minnesotan plans to be the first Black woman to solo kayak the Mississippi from source to sea

Arbor Day tradition aims to put trees in ground while easing political tensions at Capitol

Two popular trail loops on Minnesota’s North Shore will close for repair work this year

Study: Water clarity in lakes affecting loons’ success

Minnesota black bears are waking up early. Here’s how to keep the bears and yourself safe

Council recommends $12 million to fight invasive carp

‘Forever chemicals’ prompt new, stricter advice for eating fish from Mississippi

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