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Maybe it's the early start to the warm season this year, or the hot summer that's driving everyone to seek relief at lakes and swimming pools. Whatever the reason, Minnesota is seeing a dismaying spik...
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Private well owners urged to have their water tested

More than 1 million people residing in more than 400,000 households in Minnesota rely on private wells as their source of drinking water. While wells can provide high quality drinking water, state health officials observe that most wells are rarely tested on a regular basis for things that can make consumers of the well water sick, such as bacteria, arsenic, or nitrate.

March 15, 2012

Candidates sought for for Agriculture Water Quality Certification advisory committee

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is seeking candidates to serve on an advisory committee to help develop the Minnesota Agriculture Water Quality Certification Program.

March 10, 2012

Clean Water Fund investments on track, according to state report

Minnesota agencies that receive Clean Water Fund dollars released their first collaborative report today, indicating the state is on track with its investments so far, though many challenges remain.

February 13, 2012

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Forum will focus on drinking water contaminants

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Drinking Water Contaminants of Emerging Concern (CEC) Program will hold an Advisory Forum from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, at MDH’s Snelling Office Park.

February 02, 2012

MPCA recommends low-salt diet for Minnesota lakes

For years, doctors have told people to stick to a low-salt diet. According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), our waters should follow the same advice.

January 03, 2012

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Legislative summit to focus on aquatic invasive species; Douglas County group is co-sponsor

Becker County Coalition of Lake Associations (COLA), the Pelican River Watershed District and the Lake Detroiters Association will host the Aquatic Invasive Species Legislative Summit on Saturday, January 14, 2012.

December 06, 2011

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Health of lakes addressed at legislative forum

Community leaders, civic organizations, business leaders and citizens came together on September 23, in Walker, Minnesota at the Northern Lights Convention Center for the fourth annual Healthy Lakes Legislative Forum.

By Staff Report , September 27, 2011

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Competitive state grants available for water quality projects

The Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR) announced today that $16.6 million in competitive grants is available for projects that will protect and restore Minnesota’s streams, rivers, lakes and groundwater. Funding for the competitive grants is provided by the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment.

By Staff Report , August 13, 2011

More than $16 million in grants available for clean water projects

Minnesota Waters, the statewide non-profit dedicated to empowering citizens to protect and improve the lakes and rivers of Minnesota, announces the availability of $16.6 million in competitive grants that will protect and restore Minnesota’s streams, rivers, lakes and groundwater.

August 09, 2011

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Minnesota Waters works with seasonal, rec property owners to protect resource

Minnesota Waters, the statewide non-profit dedicated to empowering citizens to protect and improve the lakes and rivers of Minnesota, announces a renewed focus on cooperation with the Minnesota Seasonal and Recreational Property Owners Coalition (MSRPO Coalition) aimed to advance the protection of our state’s most valuable resource.

By Staff Report , July 28, 2011

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MDA to offer free nitrate testing clinic July 18-20 in Douglas County

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and Douglas County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) will offer a free nitrate water-testing clinic July 18-20.

By Staff Report , July 04, 2011

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Water takes center stage at Minnesota Idea Open

Get your best thinking out of the shower and into the open – the Minnesota Idea Open, that is.

By Staff Report , July 02, 2011

Lake groups urge Dayton to close public accesses on lakes infested with aquatic invasive species

Several groups dedicated to protecting Minnesota’s public waters are demanding that Governor Dayton close public accesses at all Department of Natural Resources designated lakes and rivers infested with aquatic invasive species in the event of a government shutdown.

By Staff Report , June 30, 2011

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Contest offers $15,000 prize for best water quality idea

Get your best thinking out of the shower and into the open – the Minnesota Idea Open, that is. Minnesotans can now go online at www.MNIdeaOpen.org to suggest ideas for Challenge II: “How would you use $15,000 to help your community become aware of and address water issues in Minnesota?”

By Staff Report , June 26, 2011

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Nominees sought for Minnesota Waters awards

Minnesota Waters, the statewide non-profit dedicated to empowering citizens to protect and improve the lakes and rivers of Minnesota, reports its 2011 awards nomination process is now open.

By Staff Report , May 15, 2011

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