St. Louis Park residents can obtain free compost to enhance their gardens, with pick-up available at the brush drop-off site, as shared on the city's Facebook page.

Bloomington Police hosted "Breakfast with a Cop," where kids won a school raffle, enjoyed breakfast from Chick-Fil-A, and rode to school in a squad car as part of a community outreach initiative.

Minneapolis Police 4th Precinct officers arrested a suspect linked to an April 13 shooting, reflecting their commitment to reducing neighborhood crime and violence.

Fire units, including Brooklyn Park and Fridley, responded to a submerged vehicle in River View Park. An investigation by Anoka County Sheriff's water patrol and Fridley Fire is ongoing.

A suspect vandalized a Kwik Trip car wash in Mankato, causing $5,000 in damages. Security footage shows the incident and the police seek public help to identify him.

Coon Rapids is hosting the Public Works Open House on May 18, offering residents a glimpse into city services, including a tour of facilities and up-close views of snowplows and tractors.

Avivo's Low Barrier Shelter initiative in Minneapolis has housed 520 clients and transitioned 200 into permanent homes over four years.

Minneapolis is fostering community and sustainability through food initiatives, including the Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council's event and honoring local food heroes, while promoting urban farming, no-mow yards, and indigenous cuisine.

St. Louis Park will host its annual Gardening Swap on May 21, offering a free exchange of gardening items among community members at the Recreation Outdoor Center.

The article discusses "No Mow May," a movement encouraging people to stop mowing their lawns in May to support biodiversity and help pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Wright County reminds residents property taxes are due by May 15, 2024, with payments accepted online, by mail, or in person at the county's Government Center.

Eden Prairie celebrates Senior Awareness Month with events like Pinochle games, a Shred Truck for document disposal, and engagements with local chiefs, as detailed in a city bulletin.

Sherburne County officials will attend a social lunch at Los Ortizes' Mexican Restaurant with no county business discussed, in a gathering open to the public for transparency.