Hennepin Technical College hosted its annual First Responder Career Fair at the Brooklyn Park campus, connecting job seekers with public safety roles.

The city has rescheduled its organics workshop and compost site tour for May 1, offering an educational event on the city’s organics collection program and a tour of a compost site.

The St. Paul BZA is reviewing various property variance requests, including those from J. Jaworski and Snelling Midway Redevelopment LLC, with a meeting set for April 29, 2024. Public comments were due by April 12.

The article discusses the varied weather conditions expected in Minneapolis, with a forecast of everything from frost to thunderstorms, and fluctuating temperatures throughout the week.

The Blaine Bicycle Club welcomes riders over 50 for leisurely cycling outings starting in May, featuring weekly rides across local Minnesota trails and emphasizing safety gear.

Eden Prairie's upcoming shoreline workshop, Arbor Day event, recreational fire guidelines, and updates on business engagement activities are detailed, with further information available on the city website.

A Minneapolis gang member was convicted on charges of illegal firearm possession due to prior felonies. His arrest followed a traffic stop and subsequent search revealing a hidden gun.

The Plymouth Police warn against new scams involving fake Apple security alerts that trick users into giving scammers access to their devices and financial information.

The Minnesota Office of Pipeline Safety urges residents to call 811 before starting any excavation projects to prevent damage to underground utilities.

Ramsey County's Soil and Water Conservation Division is repurposing old parking signs to combat invasive rusty crayfish in local lakes, with the help of the University of Minnesota. They're also promoting public awareness and cooperation.

The Coon Rapids City Council met to honor youth ambassadors and address polling relocation, street sweeping, lighting upgrades, gambling regulations, pet store oversight, and a school district partnership.

Coon Rapids is focusing on water conservation for Earth Month, promoting measures like low-flow fixtures and smart irrigation amid drought and increased usage straining aquifers.

Saint Paul will hold its 38th annual Earth Day cleanup event on April 20, where volunteers across the city will join to clear debris and beautify neighborhoods without needing to preregister.