Mississippi River.
primary river of the largest drainage basin in the United States
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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Voters approved bond measures in Dubuque County to fund clean water and floodplain restoration along the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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David Meyer is seeking leadership in Little Falls, a town near the Mississippi River, where George Moore is a resident.Some support2 reports
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Tropical Storm Arthur is affecting Florida, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.Well supported98 reports23 developments inside
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Viking offers cruises on the Mississippi River and operates vessels on rivers in Egypt.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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The Mississippi River and St. Louis are noted for defining a western frontier.Some support1 report
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St. Louis' economy suffered due to the absence of a river bridge connecting it to Indiana.Some support1 report
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USGS tracks coastal land loss in Louisiana caused by river sediment loss.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Riverboat tours and commercial activity continue along the Mississippi River in St. Louis.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A documentary was released focusing on the history and future of the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Camden State Park is located near the Mississippi River Valley.Some support1 report
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New Madrid tremors occurred under the riverbed of the Mississippi River.Well supported4 reports
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Steve Cohen attended a ribbon cutting event in Memphis related to the Mississippi River, involving Mayor Paul Young and USACE.Some support1 report
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Port Authority is managing sand transfer from the Mississippi River, partnering with USACE on dredging operations.Some support1 report
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A conference in Pittsburgh promotes SCUSA, highlighting its high natural gas production for companies east of the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Low water levels on the Mississippi River are affecting commerce and constraining barge capacity in Arkansas.Some support1 report
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The Mississippi River flows through Illinois, and a bridge connects Davenport to Rock Island, Illinois.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Lee Nelson, president in St. Paul, Minnesota, is working on the Mississippi River to develop a sustainability program.Some support1 report
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The Mississippi River was re-opened to ships and barges, with the Port of New Orleans serving as a collection point.Some support1 report
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Augsburg University is relocating to a new site in downtown Minneapolis adjacent to the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Redistricting needed to maintain political viability involving the state government and the Mississippi River.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
One to three months ago
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MWRD operates a water reclamation plant in Skokie, treating water that flows through the Chicago River into the Des Plaines and Mississippi River system.Some support2 reports
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HBO docuseries covers events in St. Bernard Parish after a body was found in the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Rain showers are extending towards the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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A habitat rehabilitation project is underway near Guttenberg, utilizing dredged river sand for island building as part of the Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Ramsey County and the Army Corps of Engineers signed a contract for a project using Mississippi River sediment for island construction.Some support1 report
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Encampments have been reported near the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Louisiana backed a plan to reconnect the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Tropical Storm Isaias is threatening the Gulf Coast, with remnants affecting Kentucky and proximity to the Mississippi River.Well supported5 reports
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Monitors the river basin for severe weather threats.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A storm is currently located 580 miles from the Mississippi River mouth, according to the NHC.Some support1 report
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Abraham Lincoln worked as a trial lawyer in Illinois, defending railroads that spanned the Mississippi River, as Chicago developed into a major railroad city.Some support1 report
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Tropical Storm Arthur brings flooding threat to South Mississippi.Well supported3 reports
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Storm surge from hurricanes impacts city, affecting coastal areas of Louisiana, including New Orleans and Galveston.Some support2 reports6 developments inside
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Sea level rise and human activity are causing inevitable coastal transformation, threatening the existence of New Orleans within the larger Mississippi River system.Well supported6 reports5 developments inside
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Saltwater intrusion is changing river dynamics and affecting local infrastructure in the Mississippi River region.Some support1 report
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Operational limitations due to staffing shortages affect Lock and Dam 14, which is situated in Iowa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Lock and Dam 10 facilitates agricultural commodity movement on the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Research indicates the Mississippi River basin contributes 60-80 percent of nitrogen and leads international studies on coral decline.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Nutrients originating from the Mississippi River are reported to be damaging the health of the reef at Flower Garden.Some support1 report
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Illinois American Water highlights its commitment to source water protection and spill response partnerships across several Illinois locations.Some support1 report
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The Mississippi River experienced record low flows on September 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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Officials monitor carp die-off in the Mississippi River, noting that river stage and heat are affecting fish populations.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Pellets are being shipped through the river on the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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NWS provided data on river stages in Iowa, noting the Mississippi River is near Quad Cities.Some support1 report
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Dragon Boat Festival is held on the Mississippi River in Carleton Place, Lanark County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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John Ramirez-Avila is leading a study investigating water quality issues in the Mississippi River system.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A study is underway examining how microbes impact the health of the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Sedimentation issues are affecting riverbed access in the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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The Don Welge Memorial Bridge was completed and opened, connecting Chester, Illinois, and Perryville, Missouri, across the Mississippi River.Some support3 reports
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Mississippi River sediment is being utilized in the creation of experimental islands.Some support1 report
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House delegation advanced legislation for Louisiana, supported by Steve Scalise, focusing on the health of the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Sierra Club advises MRCTI on data center guardrails related to the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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Poverty is concentrating in the delta region, and an investment entity operates in Louisiana.Some support1 report
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Critical care evaluation required for a victim involving the Mississippi River and Houston.Some support1 report
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Macfarlane explores river legal rights while a Nobel conference focuses on river systems, featuring Nicholas Pinter.Some support1 report
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ISDA and ICMC launched a soil sampling program in the Mississippi River Basin, encouraged by Micah Beckwith.Some support1 report
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Drought affects Colorado and Mississippi Rivers, alongside unrelated news about Spotify and Brown University.Some support2 reports
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Drought pushed both the Colorado and Mississippi Rivers to the brink, according to academic analysis.Some support1 report
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The New Orleans Jazz Museum hosts an annual festival celebrating the Mississippi River's importance and economic value in Louisiana.Some support1 report
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The collection of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University includes specimens collected from the Mississippi River.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Mississippi River
Events traced to Mississippi River, step by step, newest first- New cement plant could boost Mississippi River shipping trafficNew low-carbon cement plant may increase Mississippi River shipping trafficPossible
- DNR's planting programs may stabilize Mississippi River headwatersDNR's reforestation projects may improve Mississippi River headwatersPossible
- Low Missouri River runoff may reduce Mississippi River flowMississippi River flow may decrease due to low runoff in Missouri BasinLikely
- TD Nine's heavy rain could raise Mississippi River levelsHeavy rainfall from TD Nine may cause significant flooding along the Mississippi RiverLikely
- Nuclear recycling plant could use Mississippi River for logisticsNuclear recycling plant may use Mississippi River for material transportReported
Explainers that pass through Mississippi River
Mississippi River is a step on the way to someone else- Channel maintenance may support Iowa's commodity producersChannel maintenance could support Iowa's agricultural producers and regional economyLikely
- Mississippi channel maintenance may support Wisconsin's commodity flowMississippi channel maintenance may support Wisconsin's commodity flowPossible
- Dredging project may create new habitat for Minnesota DNRDredging project may boost habitat goals for Minnesota Department of Natural ResourcesPossible
Around Mississippi River this week
News at the entities that move Mississippi River most-
Isaias OperationalFollowing Hurricane Isaias, the University of West Florida suffered tree loss and participated in data collection efforts in the Panhandle.Moves Mississippi River
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Missouri River StructuralApril Lee was named VCDC Ambassador during a ceremony at an NPS overlook on the Missouri River, celebrating a new community bridge.Moves Mississippi River
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Hitachi Energy OperationalCompanies and signatories are advocating for energy grid and infrastructure modernization through legislative action.Moves Mississippi River
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources StructuralDNR and environmental groups conducted surveys and assessments regarding chemical treatment options for Spirit Lake.Moves Mississippi River
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DOTD plans to close M. Williams Road for bridge replacement.
Moves Mississippi River
Connections
The 40 strongest of 275, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Lake Itasca Structural
Lake Itasca functions as the hydrological source from which the Mississippi River originates and flows.
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Louisiana Structural
The Mississippi River is a fundamental geographical and economic resource that shapes Louisiana's ecology, economy, and risk profile.
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Minnehaha Creek Structural
Minnehaha Creek is structurally defined as a tributary flowing into the Mississippi River.
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Hitachi Energy Operational
Hitachi Energy is actively expanding its operational footprint and making investments within the Mississippi River region.
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Isaias Operational
Storm Isaias is located near the Mississippi River mouth and actively influences the river system, causing storm surge and heavy rain.
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New Orleans Structural
New Orleans relies on the Mississippi River for water supply, flood protection, and commerce.
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St. Louis Structural
St. Louis's economic function and multimodal hub status are structurally dependent on its location and use of the Mississippi River.
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Muscatine Structural
The existence and location of Muscatine are fundamentally dependent on the presence and flow of the Mississippi River.
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Mississippi Lake Structural
The river flows directly through the lake, establishing a necessary geographical passage point.
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Missouri Structural
The Mississippi River system is a critical geographical and geological feature that fundamentally influences the risks, resources, and infrastructure of Missouri.
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Quad Cities Structural
Quad Cities relies on the Mississippi River for its ecosystem and local activities, and the river's operational status affects the region.
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Bertha Operational
Storm Bertha is actively impacting the mouth of the Mississippi River through storm surge and expected landfall.
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Cape Girardeau Structural
The city of Cape Girardeau's existence and economic function are fundamentally supported by the Mississippi River.
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Des Plaines River Structural
The Des Plaines River is a tributary that flows into the Mississippi River.
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St. Cloud Structural
The Mississippi River functions as the primary source of drinking water for the city of St. Cloud.
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Missouri River Structural
The Missouri River is a major tributary whose waters flow into the larger Mississippi River system.
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Memphis Structural
The Mississippi River is identified as a major economic driver and source of access for the city of Memphis.
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Kansas Structural
The Mississippi River serves as a critical logistical artery for the movement of agricultural goods relevant to the economy of Kansas.
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Arkansas Operational
The Mississippi River's water levels directly influence commerce and resource management within Arkansas.
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Guttenberg Operational
The Mississippi River provides navigation services that are actively managed by the city of Guttenberg.
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Structural
The Minnesota DNR exercises formal regulatory authority over the management and warning status of the Mississippi River headwaters.
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Wisconsin Shared context
The Mississippi River is a strategic geographic asset supporting Wisconsin's economy and way of life.
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American Cruise Lines Structural
American Cruise Lines has established operational infrastructure (docks) along the Mississippi River, making its business model dependent on the river's existence and navigability.
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Missouri Department of Conservation Operational
The Missouri Department of Conservation officials actively monitor the health and state of the Mississippi River, including issues like carp die-offs.
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The department's infrastructure management directs and relies on the river system for floodwater conveyance.
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Tate Reeves Structural
Tate Reeves' official actions, including signing bills and appointing judges, establish and govern the operational status of the Mississippi River.
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Port of New Orleans Structural
The Port of New Orleans relies on the Mississippi River for navigation, ship channel access, and operational viability.
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Arthur Shared context
The location of the Mississippi River was impacted by the named weather system, Arthur, which brought heavy rainfall to the southeastern US.
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Walton Family Foundation Structural
The foundation provides grants and financial support focused on the health and associated projects of the river.
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Alexander County Structural
The county's existence and experience are structurally dependent on the hydrological state of the Mississippi River, evidenced by shared flooding impacts.
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St. Charles Parish Structural
The development and economic viability of St. Charles Parish are functionally dependent on the presence and access provided by the Mississippi River.
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Gretchen Oelsner Operational
Gretchen Oelsner serves as a USGS hydrologist whose professional goals involve the management and study of the Mississippi River system.
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The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago discharges treated wastewater into the Mississippi River.
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Florida Shared context
The Mississippi River basin serves as the origin point for storm surge warnings that extend into Florida.
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New Orleans Jazz Museum Structural
The museum utilizes the river as a central geographical and cultural backdrop for its annual festivals and programming.
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port authority Structural
Port Authority manages sand transfer operations utilizing the Mississippi River.
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Viking Operational
Viking utilizes the Mississippi River as the operational setting for its cruise offerings.
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Tammy Baldwin Operational
Tammy Baldwin advocates for the restoration and protection of the Mississippi River through specific legislative action, such as the MRRRI Act.
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Texas Shared context
The relationship is defined by shared environmental context, where the river influences Texas's moisture levels and Texas's industry contributes to the river's pollution.
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The Academy relies on the Mississippi River as a source for specimens collected for its scientific archives.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
3 eventsOctober 2026
19 events- David Meyer is seeking leadership in Little Falls, a town near the Mississippi River, where George Moore is a resident.
- A documentary was released focusing on the history and future of the Mississippi River.
- Camden State Park is located near the Mississippi River Valley.
- Steve Cohen attended a ribbon cutting event in Memphis related to the Mississippi River, involving Mayor Paul Young and USACE.
- Port Authority is managing sand transfer from the Mississippi River, partnering with USACE on dredging operations.
- A conference in Pittsburgh promotes SCUSA, highlighting its high natural gas production for companies east of the Mississippi River.
- Low water levels on the Mississippi River are affecting commerce and constraining barge capacity in Arkansas.
- Lee Nelson, president in St. Paul, Minnesota, is working on the Mississippi River to develop a sustainability program.
- The Mississippi River was re-opened to ships and barges, with the Port of New Orleans serving as a collection point.
- Augsburg University is relocating to a new site in downtown Minneapolis adjacent to the Mississippi River.
- MWRD operates a water reclamation plant in Skokie, treating water that flows through the Chicago River into the Des Plaines and Mississippi River system.
- HBO docuseries covers events in St. Bernard Parish after a body was found in the Mississippi River.
- Rain showers are extending towards the Mississippi River.
- Ramsey County and the Army Corps of Engineers signed a contract for a project using Mississippi River sediment for island construction.
- Encampments have been reported near the Mississippi River.
- Louisiana backed a plan to reconnect the Mississippi River.
- Tropical Storm Isaias is threatening the Gulf Coast, with remnants affecting Kentucky and proximity to the Mississippi River.
- A storm is currently located 580 miles from the Mississippi River mouth, according to the NHC.
- Abraham Lincoln worked as a trial lawyer in Illinois, defending railroads that spanned the Mississippi River, as Chicago developed into a major railroad city.
September 2026
24 events- USGS tracks coastal land loss in Louisiana caused by river sediment loss.
- A habitat rehabilitation project is underway near Guttenberg, utilizing dredged river sand for island building as part of the Upper Mississippi River Restoration Program.
- Saltwater intrusion is changing river dynamics and affecting local infrastructure in the Mississippi River region.
- Lock and Dam 10 facilitates agricultural commodity movement on the Mississippi River.
- Research indicates the Mississippi River basin contributes 60-80 percent of nitrogen and leads international studies on coral decline.
- Nutrients originating from the Mississippi River are reported to be damaging the health of the reef at Flower Garden.
- Illinois American Water highlights its commitment to source water protection and spill response partnerships across several Illinois locations.
- The Mississippi River experienced record low flows on September 25, 2026.
- Pellets are being shipped through the river on the Mississippi River.
- NWS provided data on river stages in Iowa, noting the Mississippi River is near Quad Cities.
- Dragon Boat Festival is held on the Mississippi River in Carleton Place, Lanark County.
- A study is underway examining how microbes impact the health of the Mississippi River.
- Sedimentation issues are affecting riverbed access in the Mississippi River.
- Mississippi River sediment is being utilized in the creation of experimental islands.
- House delegation advanced legislation for Louisiana, supported by Steve Scalise, focusing on the health of the Mississippi River.
- Sierra Club advises MRCTI on data center guardrails related to the Mississippi River.
- Poverty is concentrating in the delta region, and an investment entity operates in Louisiana.
- Critical care evaluation required for a victim involving the Mississippi River and Houston.
- Macfarlane explores river legal rights while a Nobel conference focuses on river systems, featuring Nicholas Pinter.
- ISDA and ICMC launched a soil sampling program in the Mississippi River Basin, encouraged by Micah Beckwith.
- Drought affects Colorado and Mississippi Rivers, alongside unrelated news about Spotify and Brown University.
- Drought pushed both the Colorado and Mississippi Rivers to the brink, according to academic analysis.
- The New Orleans Jazz Museum hosts an annual festival celebrating the Mississippi River's importance and economic value in Louisiana.
- The collection of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University includes specimens collected from the Mississippi River.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
4 events- Riverboat tours and commercial activity continue along the Mississippi River in St. Louis.
- Monitors the river basin for severe weather threats.
- Officials monitor carp die-off in the Mississippi River, noting that river stage and heat are affecting fish populations.
- John Ramirez-Avila is leading a study investigating water quality issues in the Mississippi River system.
July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
9 events- Tropical Storm Arthur is affecting Florida, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.
- Viking offers cruises on the Mississippi River and operates vessels on rivers in Egypt.
- New Madrid tremors occurred under the riverbed of the Mississippi River.
- The Mississippi River flows through Illinois, and a bridge connects Davenport to Rock Island, Illinois.
- Redistricting needed to maintain political viability involving the state government and the Mississippi River.
- Tropical Storm Arthur brings flooding threat to South Mississippi.
- Storm surge from hurricanes impacts city, affecting coastal areas of Louisiana, including New Orleans and Galveston.
- Sea level rise and human activity are causing inevitable coastal transformation, threatening the existence of New Orleans within the larger Mississippi River system.
- Operational limitations due to staffing shortages affect Lock and Dam 14, which is situated in Iowa.