Newsletter
The 1 Mississippi Monthly newsletter is one of the most sought-out monthly publications on the River! We share current River happenings, action alerts, upcoming local events, and much more.
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November Newsletter- “A River of Thanks: Why the Clean Water Rule Makes a Difference”
As we begin to gather with our friends and family for Thanksgiving, I am reminded that it was a successful harvest that made this tradition possible. I owe many thanks for my Thanksgiving feast to the nation’s farmers, ranchers and foresters that made it all possible;...
Highway to the Dead Zone (no more?)
Protecting Traditions by Making New Ones On hot summer July days, many of us turn to our local creeks, rivers and lakes to cool down and have some fun. Going swimming is as much of an American summer tradition as apple pie and Independence Day fireworks....
Protect the Wetlands that Protect Us – May Newsletter
May 21, 2015 Hello River Citizens, Generations of people along the Mississippi River have attempted to protect themselves from flood waters with levees and with makeshift flood walls made from nothing more than sacks, sand and human energy. It’s a tremendous amount of...
Our Snowball Effect – February Newsletter
It only takes one to get the ball rolling Dear River Citizens, This month we took a new step to broaden the reach and expand support of 1 Mississippi in the legendary blues town of Clarksdale, Mississippi. Last Friday, 1 Mississippi trained a group of local...
Is an Octopus Without Arms Still an Octopus? – November Newsletter
Hello River Citizens, Have you ever stopped to think the water you drink might have once been inside a dinosaur, a cloud or even Albert Einstein? This is possible because water is constantly moving - from rain to rivers, drinking water to grey water, and even...
October Newsletter – Who’s the Boss?
It’s Not “Just” Another Election Hello River Citizens, Some say next month’s election is just a Congressional election—like it is less important just because presidential candidates aren’t on the ballot. But the fact is Congress has an immense role in deciding how...
Splish, Splash, Let’s Give ‘Em a Bath – September Newsletter
Long ago we looked to the sky and dreamt of flying the way birds do; many of us still do. Birds play a large role in our imagination, from the mythological phoenix to the Looney Tunes Roadrunner. They inspire poetry such as Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Raven” and cult...
July Newsletter: Show the Courage of your Convictions
On the 4th of July, as fireworks twinkled in the sky above and “The Star-Spangled Banner” played, I lost myself in a moment of time travel, peeking in on others in their moments of bravery. First, gazing through the smoky field, I saw a soldier in the Revolutionary...
June Newsletter – Neighborhood Water Watch
From the sparkly water and cool pockets of shade to the animals of all shapes and sizes, there is something magical about our local creeks, streams, wetlands and rivers — big and small. There are mysteries below the surface that capture our imagination. These are...
May Newsletter – Local Food is good for you AND the River
All around us we see plants acting on their biological instincts - reaching for the sky and sprouting itty bitty leaves that grow bigger every day. The sight of life inspires many of us to plant gardens and grow some of our own food. In fact, 1 in 3 families grow a...
April Newsletter – Extra! Extra! Get your experts here!
As our country celebrates Earth Day next week, we celebrate the people who make Earth Day every day. The Mississippi River Network members’ staff dedicate their time to create a cleaner Mississippi River for all of us. The Network is strong because its members...
February Newsletter: River Citizens Get Results
Never Forget: Elected Officials Answer to You Dear River Citizens, Civic participation gets results. Your recent efforts to improve the Farm Bill would have made the founding fathers proud. Through our actions, River Citizens across America proved the heartbeat that...
January Newsletter- Connect Today with Yesterday and Tomorrow
Every January, all over the world, people look to the past to evaluate what they can do better in the coming year. From exercising more and eating less to traveling more and worrying less, we make resolutions with the hope of making our lives healthier and happier....
December Newsletter – Special Report: Results from Arm Chairs to Wading Boots
During this season of indulgence, it can be difficult to find things that are both good and good for you. But River Citizens know the secret. It’s volunteering! Throughout the year, thousands of River Citizens have volunteered their time and energy from arm chairs and...
November Newsletter – Progress Made in the Fight for Clean Water
“Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable... Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” ― Martin Luther King Jr. This month’s newsletter is...
October Newsletter – 10,000 Strong and Growing
Jump up and down, shout it from the highest mountain, giggle uncontrollably, do your best Rocky pose – We did it! The River now has over 10,000 River Citizens to stand up for its best interests. You believed in the power of the people and to honor your commitment, we...
A Rising Tide of Awareness – September Newsletter
The 1 Mississippi campaign is just weeks away from a huge milestone: reaching 10,000 River Citizens. As we near that exciting milestone, we want to take a moment to recognize our allies who are simultaneously moving the River into the national spotlight. With each...
Knowledge is Power – August Newsletter
Helpful Hints Before you Fertilize this Fall Did you know a recent study by NASA estimates lawns are the largest “crop” in the country, covering up to three times as many acres as corn? It’s an amazing fact with implications that have changed our understanding of the...
Today is history: July Newsletter
Beyond the fireworks, picnics and cookouts, Fourth of July celebrations remind us of the sacrifices made by our ancestors 237 years ago. Those sacrifices guaranteed our rights to a free press and free speech, and we have the responsibility to exercise these...
The Senate Heard You – Now Tell the House – June Newsletter
June 18, 2013 Congrats River Citizens! On June 10, the Senate passed a Farm Bill that provides some good programs for the people, land and water of the Mississippi River region and our country as a whole. Last month, we asked River Citizens to contact their Senators...
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