Millions depend on the Mississippi—but the mighty river is running dry
Tons of grains and crops are shipped down the Mississippi River every year. What will happen if increasingly persistent ...
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The Largest Alligator Ever Found in the Mississippi River
One of the most intimidating apex predators known to stalk the waterways of the mighty Mississippi River is the American alligator. These reptiles can grow to amazing sizes and are best observed from ...
Water levels on the Mississippi River are low. That’s raising concerns for Illinois farmers during the harvest.
Drought monitor shows 45% of Illinois is being affected by at least a moderate drought and parts of southern Illinois are ...
Rollin' on the river: How the Mississippi flows through American music, and inspires to this day
There's a centuries-long tradition of music inspired and transported by the Mississippi River. That tradition continues today ...
Ports along the Mississippi River unified: How it impacts central Illinois
Ten states, including Illinois, signed a cooperative endeavor agreement which some believe will lead to further economic ...
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Low Mississippi River water levels part of 4% decline in Arkansas River tonnage
Higher freight rates and low water levels on the Mississippi River could be behind a 4% decline in commercial shipping ...
Mississippi River water levels are dangerously low—which is trouble for both farmers and supply chains
Climatologists say it could be part of a larger trend. For the third year in a row, extreme drought conditions in the Midwest ...
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US 60/62 Mississippi River bridge to reopen after nearly a year being closed
The U.S. 60/62 bridge over the Mississippi River is reopening on Wednesday at noon. This coming after nearly a year of being ...
Brackish water creeping up the Mississippi River may threaten Louisiana’s drinking supply
For the third year in a row, Louisiana is constructing an underwater levee in the Mississippi River to slow an influx of salt ...
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Temporary relief coming for low Mississippi River
Tropical storm Helene is only expected to bring temporary relief to low Mississippi River levels. But Mary Lamm, a ...
These songs are perfect for a drive on the Great River Road, or anywhere near the Mississippi
The river's importance, its symbolism and its rich cultural and natural history means there are a lot of songs about it, ...
Mississippi State Football Coach Jeff Lebby vs. Texas: A Tale of Two Red River Games
Bulldogs' coach Jeff Lebby prepares to face Texas again, after going 1-1 against the Longhorns as Oklahoma’s offensive coordinator.