The City of Bloomington reopens its free Bloomington Leadership Program for residents to enhance civic knowledge and leadership skills. Applications for the 2025 cohort are due by October 31.

Bloomington and American Legion Post #550 are hosting a Veterans Appreciation Celebration on November 8 at the Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center. Registration is required by October 22.

The City of Bloomington will host an immigration fair providing resources, legal advice, and free vaccinations for new Americans on October 19 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church.

Bloomington Public Health offers flu shot clinics to help prevent influenza, stressing community protection. Vaccinations are easy to access through local providers.

The Wright County Board approved a $208.18 million budget and a 5.71% levy increase for 2025, setting the max property tax bill. A public hearing is set for December 5.

The Bloomington Animal Shelter is set to undergo a $100,000 upgrade to improve infrastructure and enhance services for the 487 animals it served last year.

Michels Corporation, contracted by CenterPoint Energy, is working on natural gas infrastructure in Minneapolis' Victory Neighborhood, with closures for parking during the upgrade process.

Plymouth rejuvenates its Old Town Hall with new exhibits and invites community participation in early voting and a sensory-friendly Dialed Down Disco event, ensuring historic preservation and inclusive city events.

Chanhassen offers Environmental Academy classes to educate residents on recycling and waste management in collaboration with local eco-focused bodies.

Minneapolis officials are seeking to establish a new ordinance to manage unlicensed street food vendors, addressing safety and economic equity issues.

A large public jewelry sale is being organized, offering an assortment of items at reasonable prices and seeking volunteers for both setup and sales activities. The event encourages community involvement and participation.

Sherburne County commissioners will have a casual dinner at Mucho Loco restaurant with no county business discussed, offering the public a chance to observe their social interactions.

Minneapolis is seeking developers to revitalize George Floyd Square, with a focus on community input. The RFQ emphasizes social justice and racial healing, with a deadline for applications on November 22.