Wright County 4-H invites the community to participate in Project Workshop & Cloverbud Day at Zion Lutheran Church for various educational activities. Pre-registration is required by March 1.

Wright County has launched a new online system, Public Access, to enhance property tax payments and searches, promising a smoother user experience while maintaining the same information.

Minnesota Senator Aric Putnam introduced a bill for licensing and regulating third-party alcohol delivery services to enhance safety and accountability.

Senator Susan Pha proposed a bill for $2 million in funding for BrookLynk, a youth workforce development program serving Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center.

Washington County Board acknowledged Idrees Ahmad for his MinnVotes app and elected new Regional Railroad Authority chairs.

Outdoor Recreation School hosts a leprechaun-themed geocaching event on March 22, offering a fun treasure hunt for all ages using GPS. Registration is required.

St. Louis County SAR teams conducted a rescue exercise in freezing conditions, simulating a patient's evacuation and showcasing their preparedness for real emergencies.

Hennepin County deputies joined a record-setting security force for a Presidential Inauguration, securing the event and inaugural balls in Washington, D.C.

Minneapolis experiences severe cold with temperatures near 2°F and wind chills as low as -27°F. The NWS issues extreme cold warnings and advises caution to protect against frostbite.

Minnesota Representative Dippel's bill to redirect PFAS settlement funds sparks a dispute with Senator Seeberger, who opposes reallocating money at the expense of other communities.

Ramsey seeks volunteers for advisory commissions on economic development, environmental policy, parks and recreation, and planning. Applications are open, with an initial review on February 28.

Lake Waconia Regional Park's Sledding Hill is now open, offering two runs for different preferences. It is unsupervised, so visitors sled at their own risk and need to follow safety rules.

A kitchen fire at Midtowne Manor managed by sprinklers and extinguished by firefighters resulted in some residents needing rehousing. No injuries reported; cause under investigation.