Carver County Parks offers snowshoe and ski rentals for winter activities on weekends, with no reservation needed and a winter hotline for trail conditions.

Anoka County will mail out annual Real Estate and Personal Property Tax Statements and Valuation Notices in mid-late March; new owners post-January 1 must obtain tax info themselves, with duplicates available online.

Minnesota State Senator Liz Boldon criticizes Republican proposals to cut daycare access, arguing the move would harm families, the economy, and fuel bigotry.

Bloomington, MN, launched the first LOSS team in the state, in collaboration with SAVE, to support those affected by suicide with trained volunteers and resources.

Sergeant John Garibay has served the Bloomington community for 14+ years with the BPD, bringing experience from military and other law enforcement roles.

Blaine, Minnesota announces a public hearing for Enclave Companies' rezoning and development project proposal at 11008 Sunset Avenue NE, including 175 townhomes.

Aarin Urevig, a public health nurse, serves Bloomington families, recently earned an MPH, advises the Minnesota National Guard on food safety, and enjoys nature and home projects.

Policy updates and an EW amendment package approved by CMS for the AASD and DSD, including a new EW hospital high-needs budget exception and ICF/DD rate increases, were announced. A webinar on the changes is set for January 2026.

A routine sale in Duluth ended in an armed robbery attempt. The 17-year-old suspect fled but was later apprehended by the Minnesota State Patrol. He faces charges as the investigation continues.

Anoka County Board discussed Flock Safety surveillance concerns raised by locals. The brief meeting addressed the balance between security and privacy.

Minneapolis Councilmember Jason Chavez celebrated accomplishments during his term, citing authored ordinances, budget amendments, and community resilience against over-policing, and outlined future commitments for Ward 9.

St. Louis Park offers free Christmas tree disposal from January 5-23, with curbside pickup on trash days or drop-off available for eco-friendly recycling.

Minnesota businesses are encouraged to apply for a new grant offering funds for cargo bikes and e-bikes to promote green transport for commercial use.