Last barges depart on the upper Mississippi River before winter brings the shipping season to a close. ... Iowa on Sunday, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District announced Tuesday.

The report from the Upper Mississippi River Basin Association analyzed 30 years of data, finding that while water quality is generally improving, there are new problems emerging.

Records show wild rice was common around the turn of the 20th century, but poor water quality caused die-offs in the 1980s. Today, it's making a big return on the river.

The upper Mississippi River is in serious need of a watershed study. We are facing stronger storms and more frequent flooding, and the watershed approach will address how communities can reduce ...

The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is the core of a major flyway for migrating birds and one of the most visited refuges in the U.S. Anglers. Outdoor enthusiasts saved ...

The placement at McGregor Lake marks a first for the St. Paul District and the Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program, or UMRR, for using this on an inland waterway.

The Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge is the core of a major flyway for migrating birds and one of the most visited refuges in the U.S. Anglers and outdoor enthusiasts ...

Upper-Mississippi-River News: MARAD Awards $8.75 Million To US Small Shipyards, Electrical Issues Close Lower St. Anthony Falls Lock And Dam, LS Marine Awarded ...

Forecasters announced Tuesday that the Mississippi River has now crested along much of its path in the Upper Midwest, easing flood fears. Hotspots ranked Start the day smarter ☀️ Funniest cap ...

Boyce Upholt will bring his insights to the Quad-Cities on Thursday, Oct. 17, when he will be one of the speakers at the 18th annual Upper Mississippi River Conference.

Boyce Upholt will bring his insights to the Quad-Cities on Thursday, Oct. 17, when he will be one of the speakers at the 18th annual Upper Mississippi River Conference.