Aquatic Park hosts community splash on August 24 with reduced $4 pool entry for those donating a nonperishable food item, benefiting a local food shelf program.

Deb McPeak leads the MAYC bicycle club in Twin Cities' northeast, combining cycling with socializing and supporting Mary's Meals charity through suncatcher workshops.

The Mankato Police and Fire department's Cops & Bobbers program provided local youth with educational outdoor activities and fostered community engagement.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office reports a rise in arrests for drug offenses, DWI, theft, and traffic incidents for the week ending August 18th, 2025.

St. Louis Park, MN alerts residents that despite federal tax credit cuts, state and local financial aid for sustainability is available, directing them to contact the city's sustainability staff for assistance.

The Minnesota BCA's Crime Scene Team educated students at Range Youth Academy on forensic science, showcasing crime scene processing and various techniques to inspire careers in the justice system.

Burnsville commuters will experience I-35W closures August 18-20 and ramp reopenings on August 19, with other closures extending to mid-September or October. MnDOT promises up-to-date navigation through the Waze app and 511MN.org.

Apple Valley reminds residents and businesses to obtain permits for temporary signs, and adhere to placement rules for visual tidiness and road safety.

Carver County announces roadwork on Bavaria Road/Highway 10 for two Saturdays, with detours necessary during paving and striping of the roundabout intersection.

Two popular Carver County trails, the Lake Minnetonka and Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trails, will be closed for maintenance starting Aug. 18, requiring detours for trail users.

Minneapolis Parks has scheduled a public hearing on renaming Marcy Park to Dinky Park on August 20. Residents can attend the meeting, call before 3 pm that day, or email to submit their opinions.

St. Louis Park has openings in its upcoming youth basketball camp, scheduled for August 18-22, covering a range of skills for all levels. Registrations are open till August 15.

Scott County offers a free Outdoor Qigong session at Cleary Lake Regional Park on August 24, guided by Scott Stafford, focusing on stress relief and connecting with nature.