The University of Minnesota's study links suburban lawn care and pet waste management to the degradation of water quality in the Twin Cities, urging homeowners to adopt more sustainable practices.

The Maple Grove annual photography contest gallery is now available for viewing online, showcasing residents' captures of their community's spirit and beauty.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers forest bathing sessions to promote wellness through nature immersion, guided by David Motzenbecker on August 17. Reservations required.

Minneapolis offers free vaccinations at Centro Tyrone Guzman for back-to-school, providing accessible immunizations for children and adults. Additional clinic locations are available on the city's website.

Suni Lee, from Saint Paul, has won gold and bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her hometown celebrates her with a dedicated sculpture where locals can leave supportive letters.

Minneapolis highlights the importance of breastfeeding during National Breastfeeding Week, emphasizing its health, economic, and bonding benefits for mothers and infants. The city provides education and resources to support breastfeeding families.

Mankato is hiring part-time bus drivers to support public transportation, with applications open until August 15. Details are available on the city's website.

The Duluth Public Library is adding ASL interpretation to its "Story and Play in the Park" events, enhancing accessibility for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.

The Duluth Fire Department has issued a high rip current warning at Park Point beaches, advising against entering the water until the alert ends at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow.

Six Rochester nursing homes are set to receive $1.67 million in August as part of a larger $300 million Minnesota care initiative for improved conditions and staffing.

The Coon Rapids Dam summer concert series concludes with the last performances, featuring Jonah and the Whales. The free event, starting at 7 p.m., offers food concessions and no fees, courtesy of local organizations and sponsors.

Dallas is bracing for extreme heat with temperatures expected to reach over 100 degrees, paired with an Air Quality Alert warning of high ozone levels.

Minneapolis allocates $533,000 to enhance summer safety, addressing disconnection between city safety plans and community group efforts. The funding aims to support violence prevention amidst concerns over administration's lack of engagement.