The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary in Minneapolis opens for its 118th season on April 15, 2025, offering a range of free nature programs.

Anoka County announced the 'Mighty Mississippi Cleanup Challenge' for volunteers to help clean the riverbanks across different parks on various dates. Commissioner Reinert praised the community's collaborative spirit.

St. Louis Park City Council proclaims May as a month-long tribute to trees; plans for Arbor Day event at Browndale Park include tree planting and educational activities.

Law enforcement's extensive investigation led to the arrest of a North Mankato man, Joseph James Wanous, on suspicion of being a prominent drug dealer involved in methamphetamine sales.

The I-94 gap project causes traffic shifts onto eastbound lanes between Monticello and Albertville until mid-November, with updates available on Wright County's website.

Josh Olson was named director of Community & Economic Development in Ramsey County, overseeing housing, infrastructure, and local business growth with a $25 million budget.

A Minnesota couple is indicted for a $15 million Medicare and Medicaid fraud scheme through their company, facing wire fraud and money laundering charges.

The Minnesota Senate passed the Brady Aune and Joseph Anderson Safety Act to increase safety for aquatic plant management workers, requiring specific gear and certifications.

The City of Mankato will hold an open house at Mankato Regional Airport on April 24 to discuss the new Air Traffic Control Tower project, seek public input, and may offer walking tours if weather permits.

Plymouth city announces its annual spring cleanup with street sweeping completed and water main flushing to begin mid-April to improve water quality and remove sediment buildup.

Minnesota is transitioning from PCA/CSG to CFSS to give residents more control over care. DHS is issuing weekly updates to keep stakeholders informed throughout the process which started in October 2024.

Minneapolis' Hawthorne area will see gas line upgrades and meter relocations starting mid-April, with planned street disruptions and restoration work to follow.

Minnesota Senator Seeberger introduced a bill to allocate $1 million for mental health support for construction workers, following CDC data indicating their increased mental health issues.