Why historically low Mississippi River water levels may affect what you pay at the grocery store
The mighty Mississippi River has been hitting historically low water levels, and you may feel the effects even if you don't live near the vital waterway.
Deb Calhoun, the senior vice president of Waterways Council Inc., explained that the Mississippi and Ohio rivers are some key arteries of commerce for the U.S. regarding surface transportation and are vital to keeping American farmers moving.
