Morrison County officials have a busy week with public gatherings, including discussions on opioid settlement funds, emergency communications, lake health, and housing issues, as per their public notice.

Duluth drivers will face lane changes on Highway 61/London Road due to construction near Kitchi Gammi Park. The work may cause traffic delays, and alternate routes are suggested.

Anoka County is selling responsibly-harvested, seasoned hardwood for residents to use during cooler months, available by reservation for $110 a fireplace cord on select September dates.

Amanda Alms is the new senior center manager at Blaine's Mary Ann Young Center, bringing 25 years of experience to engage seniors in wellness programs.

The 26th Annual Happy Days Expo is upcoming, and the City of Ramsey is urging interested parties to register by September 2. The event offers networking opportunities for local entrepreneurs and community organizations.

Ramsey's event promises live music by Jacuzzi Puma and a Tom Petty tribute concert, with fireworks to end the night.

The Carver County Sheriff's dive team received a $18,425 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for new dive gear, enhancing their underwater search and recovery capabilities.

Metro Transit offers an express bus from Maple Grove to the Minnesota State Fair on weekends and Labor Day, but not on weekdays. Tickets are $5 in advance, $6 on-site.

The city of Maple Grove is concluding its summer entertainment at Town Green with upcoming live performances and movie screenings, including a tribute to Van Morrison on September 4.

Minneapolis police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old girl, with no arrests yet made. The incident occurred at a residence on Logan Av N, and details are still unfolding.

Minneapolis faces an Excessive Heat Warning with heat indices up to 107 degrees, posing health risks. The forecast also includes fog, sun, and thunderstorms with possible severe weather at night. Safety precautions are advised.

The Third Street Reconditioning Project in Duluth enters a new phase, closing the left lane from 12th Ave E to Mesaba Ave starting August 26, with final utility work underway.

Eden Prairie is focusing on transparency via a town hall meeting, has plans to redevelop the Office Depot site, is organizing a green tech showcase, honors a local senator, and welcomes a new police officer.