Mining & Environmental News

2nd Annual Wisconsin Stormwater Week

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- It's the second annual Wisconsin Stormwater week. The week is all about spreading awareness of the sources of stormwater pollution. Wisconsin Land and Water is hosting webinars. And Tuesday they held one…

Minnesota Discovery Center Restores Pond

CHISHOLM, Minn.-- A new and improved way to enjoy the Minnesota Discovery Center is finally complete. Crews had to fix over forty years of wear and tear to restore it. And now, it's looking better…

Earl Hanson Fields Unveils New Hiking Trail

GRAND LAKE TOWNSHIP, Minn. -- For a year now, the Earl Hanson soccer field has catered to the disc golf lovers, and the soccer players alike. But now, there is a hidden gem discovered…

Minnesota Power To Build 2 New Solar Power Plants

Minnesota Power is expanding its solar footprint with plans to build two large solar projects in northern Minnesota. The Regal Solar project will be built near Royalton with 255,000 solar modules on about 800 acres. The Boswell Solar project will…

Erickson Orchards Opens Doors for Fall Season

  BAYFIELD, Wis.-- Despite the Bayfield Apple Festival happening right around the corner, apple orchards are taking advantage of the fall season in the meantime by opening their doors for guests. Before the Apple Fest,…

Hawk Weekend Takes Flight at Hawk Ridge

  DULUTH, Minn.-- This well-known birding spot is kicking off their most popular weekend of the year! Hawk weekend is catering to the bird enthusiasts in the Northland by celebrating one of the busiest migration…

5th Graders Head Outside For Forestry Day

DULUTH, Minn. -- 5th graders got the chance to learn all about the outdoors for National Forestry Day. Students learned about tree identification, safe hiking practices, and more. Twelve schools were in attendance across…

BWCAW Wildfire Now 27 Acres, 25 Percent Contained

A wildfire in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) is now 27 acres and 25 percent contained. The fire ignited Sept. 10 on an island in Wood Lake, which is about 14 miles northeast of Ely. Some recreational areas…

Lake Superior Reserve Launches First Buoy

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- An exciting new addition to the Lake Superior family made its way to the waters. At Wisconsin Point, Lake Superior Reserve deployed their first buoy into the water. The device is solar…

Lake Superior Harvest Festival Celebrates 30 Years

DULUTH, Minn. -- Bayfront Park was the place to be this weekend for the 30th annual Lake Superior Harvest Festival. The grounds were packed Saturday with people enjoying everything from live music to home-goods and…

Minnesota DNR Shares 2024 Fall Colors Season Outlook

MINNESOTA -- Cooler air is just around the corner and with that comes the beautiful fall colors in Minnesota. The Minnesota DNR shares what to expect this season. Experts say fall colors typically peak in mid-to-late September through mid-October. This…