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August 31, 2026

MWMO Newsletter — August 2026 — Planting for Fall Edition 

In This Issue: Fall Planting Tips, Green Team's 19th Year, New Exhibits, Upcoming Events, and More
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An MWMO staff member wearing safety gear collects a water sample from below St. Anthony Falls.

Is Water Quality Improving in the Mississippi River?

“How clean is the Mississippi River?” It’s one of the most common questions we receive at the MWMO, and a deceptively tricky one. The answer depends — on the day, […]
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A pile of sand and a pile of traction grit on a table.

Free bags of salt alternative available for de-icing to keep salt from water

Two Minneapolis neighborhoods are teaming up to reduce the amount of salt that makes it into our waters this winter with the help of free bags of an alternative option… […]
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Traction grit spread out on an icy sidewalk.

Minneapolis neighborhood associations encourage residents to use less or no salt this winter

MINNEAPOLIS — As temperatures drop, ice becomes more of a problem on Minnesota roads and sidewalks. But the salt that we put down is a big pollutant of our waterways, […]
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Aerial view of construction at Graco Park.

MWMO Newsletter – December 2023 – New Year’s Edition 🎉

In This Issue: Transforming the Riverfront, Growing Greener Streets, Embracing Environmental Art, and More Read the Newsletter
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Aerial view of the Lowry Avenue Bridge at sunrise.

MWMO Newsletter – November 2023 — News from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization

In This Issue: Greener Streets, Washing Buses with Rainwater, Salt Statistics, Watershed Film and More Read the Newsletter
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The Lowry Avenue Bridge with fall colors.

MWMO Newsletter – October 2023 – News from the Mississippi Watershed Management Organization

In This Issue: Street Sweeping, River History, Staff Updates, Job Opportunities, Community Events and More Read the Newsletter
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MWMO citizen advisors in February 2018.

MWMO Seeking Members for Citizen Advisory Committee

Many of our approaches to improving water quality and habitat develop from the insights and experiences of our communities. Creating space for input from local residents, workers, and community members […]
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Volunteers planting native perennials along the Mississippi River at sunset.

MWMO Newsletter – September 2023 – News, Yard Care Tips and Upcoming Events

In This Issue: Volunteer Habitat Restoration Project, Leaf Litter Tips, Fall Blooms, Smart Salting and Minnesota Water Stewards Read the Newsletter
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Aster and goldenrod flowers.

Of Goldenrod and Aster: Fall Wonders Take Hold in Local Landscapes

There is something special about the late-blooming flowers of our region. Strong brush strokes of yellow dotted in seas of greens turning to browns, and the small pops of white, […]
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