Plymouth Metrolink is offering free shuttle services on Election Day to help residents of Plymouth get to polling stations, with first-come, first-served on-demand rides available via their app or phone.

The City of Duluth and the Lake Superior Rose Society will host the "Tipping of the Roses" event on October 26 to prepare roses for winter using the "Minnesota Tip Method." Volunteers can participate and donate bagged leaves for insulation.

Mixed weather expected in Minneapolis with chances of rain, fluctuating temperatures, and varying winds, followed by clearer skies and warmer days moving into the week, as per National Weather Service.

Cleary Lake Regional Park hosts a Halloween-themed geocaching event on October 27, offering a GPS treasure hunt with treats for a family-friendly activity. Reservations are required by October 25.

Construction of a $4.6 million pedestrian bridge begins in Coon Rapids, enhancing safety and connectivity as part of the Coon Creek Regional Trail system.

Plymouth invites locals to join city committees and commissions, with a Nov. 8 application deadline, to advise on environmental, housing, and recreational planning.

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office launched a webpage for cold case homicides, aiming to engage the public's help, particularly on the anniversary of Mort Siwe's unsolved death.

Anoka County celebrated the dedication of Medlink Transportation Program volunteers who drove over 111,000 miles to assist with medical trips, many for veterans.

The University of Minnesota study reveals that combined rising CO2 and nitrogen pollution is threatening grassland biodiversity, with a two-decade experiment showing a significant decline in plant species richness.

The University of Minnesota reports a decline in job accessibility across US urban areas due to changes in transit post-COVID-19, with driving commutes heavily impacted.

Senator Foung Hawj visited the Red Lake Nation, engaging with leaders on native issues and expressing commitment to legislative support for their concerns.

Dakota County Historical Society hosts a Veterans Day luncheon featuring a talk on Pearl Harbor by historian Frank Sachs on Nov. 9 at the Sibley Historic Site.

Minneapolis extends early voting hours and adds new locations, including pop-up sites, to facilitate voter participation before Election Day. Eligible voters can also vote by mail, with applications recommended by October 29.