Upper Mississippi River freezes over less than ever, another sign life is changing
The data that Burdis and Jankowski are looking at is much newer, dating back about 30 years, but it shows a similar trend. Midwinter ice depth has decreased across the sites they monitor, and ice ...
Animals Around The Globe on MSN7h
Mississippi River Is a Bald Eagle Paradise—But What Makes It So Special?
Bald eagles love calling the Mississippi River home, but why? The answer lies in the perfect combination of abundant fish, strong nesting spots, and wide-open water. Find out what makes this river an ...
Climate Crisis 247 on MSN5d
What’s Happening At The Mississippi River?
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis, highlights the environmental and economic implications of the Upper Mississippi River failing to freeze this year. This change, which prevents the ...
Iowa City Press-Citizen on MSN12dOpinion
Anna's Thinking Cap: Iowa’s 99, the Mississippi River counties | Column
Iowa’s anti-French sentiments are reflected in Clayton County’s Elkader, named after Abd al-Qadir ibn Muhyi al-Din, an ...
The Gazette10d
New law puts focus on Mississippi River flooding and climate extremes
Some words may be mispronounced. Flood control along the Mississippi River is a central piece of a newly passed federal law — work that advocates believe is critical as the river basin sees more ...
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One of the Black Hawk pilots identified – helicopter reportedly varied from flight path
One of the U.S. Army pilots in the Black Hawk helicopter that collided with an airplane was identified by his wife who confirmed the tragic news on […] ...
'Black box' flight data recorder recovered in DC plane crash: Recap
American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita, Kansas, was attempting to land when the plane and a Black Hawk helicopter ...
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Steamboat Natchez: A Mississippi River icon keeping history alive
(NEXSTAR) — The Steamboat Natchez offers an authentic glimpse into New Orleans’ rich maritime heritage, cruising along the mighty Mississippi River. Renowned as the only true steam-powered ...
Crews in D.C. crash included 2nd-generation pilot and flight attendant ‘full of life’
The American Airlines crew was traveling on a daily direct route from Wichita, Kansas, to Washington, D.C. The soldiers ...
The Progress-Index8d
New half-mile stretch of path coming to Colonial Heights’ Appomattox River Greenway Trail
Colonial Heights' Appomattox River Greenway Trail will see a half-mile extension this spring. The new asphalt path will run from Roslyn Landing to Jennick Drive. Construction bids will be accepted ...