Mankato residents are invited to create pollinator gardens, with a city-provided incentive offering free wildflower seeds and an educational workshop on the importance of pollinators.

Minnesota awarded $1.3 million in grants to 35 organizations to support age-friendly initiatives, such as housing assessments and social engagement for older adults.

The new gas main installation in Apple Valley by CenterPoint Energy is complete, and work on service lines begins, with residents' meters being moved outdoors.

The Minneapolis-St. Paul Soap Box Derby is returning to Deming Heights Park on May 31, featuring locally crafted gravity-powered cars competing for the fastest title.

CenterPoint Energy plans a natural gas upgrade in Albertville starting early June, lasting about two months, focusing on Main Avenue NE and 56 Street NE. Residents are advised to mark private lines and prepare for potential traffic disruptions.

Construction on North Sheridan Avenue in Jordan Neighborhood begins for a gas main upgrade, scheduled for completion by July, with CenterPoint Energy emphasizing safety and minimal disruptions.

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board implements measures like signs and road modifications to protect turtles crossing roadways, especially during their migration seasons.

Minneapolis invests $1 million to fix streetlights after copper wire theft, using aluminum wiring to deter future thefts and hiring more electricians for repairs.

Bloomington announces the top 25 semifinalists in the Hatch Bloomington contest, showcasing a diverse range of entrepreneurial proposals aimed at revitalizing the local community.

Hibo Daar, involved in Feeding Our Future fraud, was caught at airport with plans to flee to Dubai. Accused of swindling $1.7 million, she inflated child meal counts at Northside Wellness Center.

Maple Grove celebrates Juneteenth with music, dance, and activities, including scholarships for local students, on June 19 from 5-9 p.m. at Town Green.

The Blaine Police Department is using ICPOET to train new officers, with funding partly from a state grant. The program targets graduates seeking a career change, covering salaries and tuition while they train at local colleges.

Bloomington is seeking a new city manager to oversee municipal operations and work with the City Council to achieve strategic goals and engage with the community. Applications close on June 16, 2025.