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EH? PLUS Northshore mercury roundup
Residents of Silver Bay and Babbitt are invited to turn in their old mercury-laden products and old electronics free of charge during two events sponsored by Cliffs Natural Resources Northshore Mini...
Posted on 6/11/13 at 12:00 AM
STAFF BLOG NIE ROCKS! Celebrate Earth Day with these Newspaper Activities
Every day is Earth Day for people who care about the environment.But for one day each year, people all over the world join forces to call attention to the beauty of the Earth and the ways in which w...
Posted on 4/10/13 at 9:18 AM
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA NEWS Learning on a grander 'SCALE'
The University of North Dakota Office of Instructional Development is tipping the "scales" when it comes to creative teaching and learning practices for its students. The University recently added ...
Posted on 11/15/12 at 4:47 PM
THE FLENSBURGER FILES We have our man for the job! Now let's get to work! Thoughts on the US Elections
What does it take to become the President of the United States? And what does it take to ensure that the man you voted for is elected to office? These are the questions I've been asking myself ever...
Posted on 11/7/12 at 5:40 AM
OH LOOK, A SHINY THING! What Will You Do to Fight Silver Carp?
We were discussing potential questions to ask people running for the state legislature at a meeting today, and I thought it would be a good idea to ask them what they would do about silver carp. Here...
Posted on 9/17/12 at 3:58 PM
OUR OPINION: Uncertainty argues against expanding recycling
There's enough doubt about recycling's effectiveness to prompt skepticism about paying more.
June 16, 2013
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Tesoro to pay $1.1 million penalty over alleged violations of Clean Air Act in N.D., other states 
The Environmental Protection Agency reached the agreement with Tesoro over alleged violations of the Clean Air Act at four refining facilities that produce gasoline, including one in Kenai.
By Associated Press , May 30, 2013
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OUR OPINION: Federal fracking rules strike good balance
Environmentalists say they’re too loose. The energy industry and its supporters say they’re too tight.
May 20, 2013
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EPA taking comments on ND air pollution matter
Environmental groups say the federal government should order two coal-fired power plants in western North Dakota to use more sophisticated pollution-control technology, but state officials say the matter already has been settled and no more debate is needed.
By Associated Press , May 16, 2013
Study finds chemicals, drugs common in Minnesota lakes
Traces of chemicals from common household products, legal prescription medications and illegal drugs are common in Minnesota lakes, according to a study released Monday.
By Associated Press , May 13, 2013
Carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere reaches highest level in human history
Levels of heat-trapping carbon dioxide in the air have hit a milestone of 400 parts per million. Pieter Tans, who monitors levels for the U.S. government, said the last time carbon dioxide levels were this high was about 2 million years ago.
By Seth Borenstein , May 10, 2013
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Minnesota frack sand opponents count on fish amendment
Environmentalists are counting on a game and fish amendment as their last, best chance this legislative session to control frack sand mining in Minnesota.
By Associated Press , May 09, 2013
OUTDOOR NOTES: Governor to sign Michigan wolf bill
Michigan’s Republican-led state House passed legislation Thursday that could block voters from deciding whether to allow wolf hunting in Michigan.
By Brad Dokken , May 05, 2013
Cities seek unwanted electronics for recycling drive
Whether it’s the big, boxy TV in the basement or the seemingly ancient desktop computer gathering dust in the garage, both can be dropped off at upcoming recycling events in the area.
By Brandi Jewett , May 03, 2013
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Fees in ag budget worry Minnesota Republicans
Republican lawmakers said an environment and agriculture budget bill the House approved 69-61 Thursday is loaded with too-high fees and wasteful spending.
By Danielle Killey , April 18, 2013
Water key part of outdoors measure
Water plays a critical role in economic development and environmental concerns, but Minnesota lawmakers do not agree on how potential water shortages should be addressed.
By Don Davis , April 17, 2013
Conservation groups close to losing spot on advisory board
House lawmakers passed Senate Bill 2242 on Tuesday with an amendment that removes Ducks Unlimited of North Dakota, the North Dakota Natural Resources Trust and the North Dakota chapter of Pheasants Forever from the 12-person advisory board created to give advice to the Industrial Commission, which will allocate funding through the heritage fund.
By TJ Jerke , April 17, 2013
Environmentalists reach accord with Minnesota refinery
Environmental groups and Flint Hills Resources announced an agreement Tuesday to cut greenhouse gas emissions and smog-forming air pollution from the company's planned upgrade at Minnesota's largest oil refinery.
By Associated Press , April 16, 2013
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