January 29, 2026 - The South Central Minnesota Clean Energy Council is hosting an informational session about the North Mankato Data Center Lawsuit on Thurs. Jan. 29, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at the Centenary United Methodist Church in Mankato. Every Day is Earth Day host, Karen Wright, spoke with Luke Norquist, an attorney with the Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) about Data Centers and what the environmental concerns are about in North Mankato. Norquist and Evan Mulholland (MCEA Healthy Communities Director) will talk about "What's Happening with the North Mankato Data Center Lawsuit."

January 22, 2026 - If you have a passion for recycling and managing waste, Blue Earth County's Waste & Recycling Department wants YOU! Karen Wright talks with Mark Manderfeld and Taylor Piotter about the establishment of a new Recycling and Waste Reduction Committee which will be made up of community members who provide insight into solid waste challenges in the county, and to provide additional resources for solid waste education and community engagement. The Department is currently seeking applicants to join the 9-member advisory committee, as well as other who wish to volunteer to have an impact in their community.

Jan. 8, 2026 - Dr. Kim Cobb, an American Climate Scientist who is the director for the Institute of Environment and Society at Brown University provides a Year in Review to Every Day is Earth Day host, Karen Wright. She discusses the good, the bad and the ugly.

Dec. 18, 2025 - Salt deicing is crucial for winter safety but significantly harms the environment by polluting water, killing plants, damaging infrastructure and harming wildlife. The key is responsible application, according to MPCA Chloride Reduction coordinator, Brooke Asleson.
KMSU's Karen Wright talks with Alsleson about alternatives to salt and how we can reduce its environmental toll.

December 11, 2025 -" Fix-It Clinics" will soon be coming to southern Minnesota thanks to Julie Dempster who is forming a non-profit that will support residents with repairing their items, reducing waste and sharing skills within the community. She talked with KMSU's Karen Wright about the need for individuals to volunteer their skills, businesses to provide support, and those who wish to make repairs to make the clinics a reality.

December 4, 2025 - Noise is more than just a nuisance. Studies link noise pollution to higher risks of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious health issues. Dr. Rick Neitzel, a professor of environmental health sciences at the University of Michigan, shares his research on noise pollution with KMSU's Karen Wright, and discusses how you can protect yourself and reduce this type of pollution.

Nov. 20, 2025 - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency recently released the latest report on Minnnesota's Lake and Rivers Water Quality Trends. Minnesota Morning host, Karen Wright, talked with MPCA Surface Water Monitoring Manager, Kim Laing, about the results which showed some good news and areas that need improvement. The MPCA is seeking volunteers to help with the state's water monitoring process.

Nov. 13, 2025 - KMSU's Karen Wright talked with Save the Boundary Waters Executive Director, Ingrid Lyons, about the threats to the Boundary Waters. Lyons will be speaking at Minnesota State University, Mankato on Friday, Nov. 14, from 2:00 - 3:15 pm in the Centennial Student Union's Ostrander Auditorium as part of the MSU Geography Colloquia Fall Series.