Minneapolis is seeking local businesses to provide internships for its Step Up program to fill nearly 400 open positions for trained youth. Mayor Frey and the Chamber of Commerce CEO endorse the program's value in creating a skilled future workforce.

City Minneapolis sets a garden tool swap event for May 11 at seven parks, encouraging the community to exchange gardening tools at no cost, with a focus on sustainable practices and fostering community spirit.

The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary starts its 117th season on April 16, offering a serene nature spot with various activities through October 15.

Minnetonka's 'Step to it! Challenge' is a free four-week activity program designed to encourage community fitness, with participants logging exercise to win prizes.

Eden Prairie publishes new guidelines for backyard fires, including a 3-by-3-foot size limit, 25-foot distance from structures, and attendance rules. Fires can be kindled between 7 a.m. and midnight and must comply with specific safety measures.

The Duluth Parks and Recreation Department released their 2023 Annual Report, detailing over 140 program topics with 3,770 program hours, highlighting a year filled with community activities and engagement.

A Colorado man was critically injured in a vehicle rollover on a rural Minnesota road and airlifted to a hospital, with multiple agencies responding to the incident.

Sherburne County Auditor-Treasurer Diane Arnold is retiring effective July 9, 2024, after 34 years of service. The County Board will appoint an interim successor.

Minnesota's recent warm winter reduced potholes but raises concerns about road maintenance amid changing weather patterns, according to University of Minnesota experts.

The article praises the dedicated staff at the Emergency 911 Communications Center, emphasizing their crucial role in providing emergency assistance to the community 24/7.

The Minneapolis Public Health Department will host a free resource fair, offering community services and celebrating public health heroes. Attendees will enjoy a complimentary light lunch and various services, such as lead testing.

The Mankato Public Safety Department has released their monthly report on service calls, offering a detailed view of local law enforcement activity on their Facebook page.

The Whenever Watersports kiosk at Phalen Regional Park in St. Paul has opened for the 2024 season, offering kayak and paddleboard rentals by the lake.