Bloomington gears up for local elections with the community voting for city council and school board positions, while the League of Women Voters hosts nonpartisan forums for candidates.

Minneapolis has activated its first speed safety cameras at five intersections, with warnings until November 1, after which fines will be imposed. Revenue will fund safety investments.

The Eden Prairie SWAT team won top honors at a tactical officers' conference, excelling in multiple events including the Top Gun and Iron Team competitions.

Wright County is auctioning tax forfeited parcels through Public Surplus to return them to the tax rolls. Bidding started yesterday and ends Sunday, Oct. 5.

Blaine is hosting a free session on home inspection insights on October 9th, offering valuable information for those involved in real estate transactions.

Woodbury Community Academy's 17th session begins in January 2026, offering locals a nine-week insight into city operations, with limited space and a focus on developing community leaders.

Highland Bridge's sustainable stormwater system in Saint Paul, Minnesota, won a Project Excellence Award from the Water Environment Federation, serving as a national model for eco-friendly urban redevelopment.

Ramsey city is hiring Temporary On-Call Snow Plow Drivers to keep streets clear in winter; applicants with snowplowing experience and a Minnesota driver's license are encouraged to apply.

Lake Minnewashta Regional Park is hosting an archery workshop on October 4 for kids aged 8-13, with all equipment provided and registration available online or via an app.

Coon Rapids is seeking volunteers to help transform Epiphany Pond Park's turf into a native plant garden on October 4, to support local ecosystems and biodiversity.

The Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota is hosting "Coffee with a Cop" to improve dialogue with locals, offering free mugs to the first attendees.

Morrison County announces a schedule of public meetings for early October, covering topics from zoning to the Mississippi Bridge project, and emphasizes the importance of civic engagement.

Minneapolis is forecasted to have a week of sunny and warm weather with highs ranging from 73 to 83 degrees and calm winds, as per the National Weather Service.