Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative Archives - Wisconsin Watch

Economy, Environment

Mayors call for federal assistance as Mississippi River reaches record lows

by Madeline Heim / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel November 2, 2022November 2, 2022 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch

Impacts of dry conditions range from barge slowdowns to water main breaks caused by shifting dry ground.

Economy, Environment, Government

Mississippi River mayors gather in St. Louis, push for program to safeguard lower basin

by Keely Brewer / Daily Memphian September 16, 2022September 17, 2022 Why you can trust Wisconsin Watch