Morrison County Sheriff's Office completed its annual verification of 68 registered predatory offenders to ensure compliance with their conditions, with one individual facing charges for non-compliance.

Minnetonka seeks volunteers for a group to advise on new dog off-leash areas, aiming for a diverse panel to contribute to municipal decisions. Applications are open until December 2024 with selections by January 2025.

A new Rally House store has opened in Maple Grove, offering merchandise for Minnesota sports fans, including Vikings, Twins, Timberwolves, and Wild gear, as well as items for Packers fans.

Brooklyn Park hosts a festive December Lights Tour with residents displaying elaborate light decorations, available for viewing on an interactive map for self-guided tours.

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners announces a week of meetings on various topics like emergency services and watershed management from Dec 15-21.

An evening of Disco Ball Ice Skating will be held at the ROC in Monterey for all ages on Friday, with free admission and skate rentals for $3. Additional dates are Jan 17 and Feb 7.

The City of Burnsville, Minnesota, is preparing for a wintry mix, with the Public Works teams actively anti-icing roads and readying snow plows for expected slippery conditions. Residents are advised to follow safety guidelines.

Blaine's City Government announces the opening of Winter/Spring Park & Rec Programs registration, inviting all ages to participate in a variety of activities.

The annual Tree Lighting Festival in Coon Rapids was well-attended, kicking off the holiday season; photos from the event will be available on social media.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a snowshoeing event on December 26 for all ages, with instructions and equipment provided. Reservations required, with a fee of $6 and discounts for groups. A hike will replace the event if insufficient snow.

Anoka County announces its Winter Reading Challenge and Author Fair, encouraging residents to track their reading from January to February and meet local authors on March 1st.

Apple Valley urges residents to keep streets clear for snow plowing, as mandated by city ordinance, and to report parked vehicles during designated removal hours.

The Maple Grove community is set to enjoy a festive event with Santa, ice skating, and a light display at Central Park, alongside a donation drive for CROSS Services.