20th Annual Plant Sale Draws Crowds
It was a sea of green thumb enthusiasts Saturday morning in the Rose Garden parking lot.
Mining & Environmental News
Blue Heron Launches 'Science On Deck'
UMD’s big research vessel launched its first-ever “Science on Deck” event.
Dig in for the Downtown Waterfront Seeking Volunteers.
Flower Planting Wednesday, June 3.
New Woods Dedicated Along North Shore
In recognition of former ALLETE, Inc. board member Jack Rajala’s dedication to Minnesota forests and the iconic white pine, Minnesota Power Thursday announced the creation of the “Rajala Woods”, a forest management initiative initially located on five parcels of Minnesota Power property.
MN DNR, University Researchers Working on Fishing App
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is working with University of Minnesota researchers to come up with a smartphone application for anglers.
Two Harbors D.A.R.E. Students Give Back
The weather was perfect Wednesday afternoon for dozens of D.A.R.E students in Two Harbors to give back and pick up trash.
MN Officials to Begin Fining Unpermitted Irrigators
Starting next month, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources can fine farmers who pump water illegally as much as $20,000 without having to go to court.
Non-Profit Focuses on Climate-Friendly Eating
From farm to table your food can make quite the journey before making it on to your plate. It may pose the question as to what’s in the food we eat?
Sprint Tower Construction Ends
The construction of a new Sprint Communications tower that caused the closure of several trails will wrap up this week.
UMD Alumni Featured on Animal Planet Show
A UMD alumni is featured in an Animal Planet docuseries that begins Memorial Day.
Boat inspections increase to reduce invasive species
More boat inspectors are on patrol at Minnesota lakes and rivers to help stop the spread of invasive species, including zebra mussels.
Dayton vetoes agriculture-environment and jobs-energy bills
Governor Mark Dayton has vetoed two major budget bills ahead of a Saturday night deadline for final action on bills passed before the legislative session ended late Monday.
Hitting the Water: Boundary Waters Preservation
With two main entryways into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, through Ely and Grand Marais, there is no denying the wilderness helps to generate big tourism dollars for nearby communities.
Campgrounds Ready for Holiday Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend marks the beginning of the busy recreation season for campers.
Black Beach Open to Public
More people will now be able to enjoy some of the beautiful beaches along the North Shore in Silver Bay. The land is owned by a mining company but was recently leased to the City allowing for more public access and development.
