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St. Croix Valley Foundation awards more than $47,000 in arts grants
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Funding will support art organizations working to respond to ever-changing needs of organization and communities.
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Progress reported on effort to establish National Heritage Area for St. Croix River region
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The National Park Service has approved the proposal, and legislation is in the works.
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Afton State Park Phenology Feb. 19 to March 4, 2021
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First bird migration is beginning, maple sap will soon start to run, and other signs of the season.
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Spring is coming: Officials provide first St. Croix River flood forecast of season
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National Weather Service says there is so far a low chance of high water, but will monitor conditions closely.
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Tax dollars work for water: Legacy Amendment funds will help protect St. Croix River
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Recent round of grants will support seven projects in the watershed, reducing runoff and keeping water healthy.
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Watch: A guy’s goats keep him company while he swims the icy St. Croix
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“It’s good for body and mind,” he says.
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Afton State Park phenology update: Winter wildlife from owls to snow fleas
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Life continues even during a deep freeze.
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Scientists study fish ‘anti-freeze’ to help design less harmful road salts
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De-icing salts help us get around in winter, but they corrode cars, crack roads and contaminate rivers and lakes.
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Wisconsin Water Week features presentations and discussions about lakes and rivers
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The first ever Wisconsin Water Week will feature three days of presentations and panels on research, management options, and educational strategies.