Maple Grove, MN opens registration for a range of winter and spring parks and recreation programs for all ages, with details available online and at the community center.

The Home Energy Squad offers free home assessments and installation of energy-saving measures to help residents reduce energy bills and enhance sustainability.

Coon Rapids Ice Center is holding its last holiday-themed ice skating event of the year with open skating, student exhibitions, and festive activities on December 15th.

Lt. Jess Irmiter from Eden Prairie Police Department graduated from the School of Police Staff and Command at Northwestern University's Center for Public Safety.

The Art Center is hosting an Adult Open House with free admission, activities, and adult beverages on Dec. 13, featuring artist demos, crafts, and a mini art fair.

The Plymouth Police Department is seeking new recruits and has posted on Facebook about the Massachusetts Civil Service 2025 Police Exam, highlighting various specialized units and encouraging interested individuals to apply before January 28, 2025.

Duluth opens its Overnight Warming Center until May 1 for anyone needing shelter from the cold, with free transportation available.

The City of Eden Prairie is offering gift cards for park programs and activities, Wine Club Memberships at Eden Prairie Liquor, local historical books, and retired street signs for holiday gifts.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office participated in the 3,000 Acts of Kindness event, offering support and resources to the unhoused community in Minneapolis.

Chanhassen, MN celebrated the holidays with a boutique, tree lighting, and food shelf donations, garnering community praise and highlighting local collaboration.

CenterPoint Energy is near completing its gas main upgrades in South Minneapolis, with temporary restoration planned for winter and permanent fixes in 2025.

Ramsey County opens Winter Warming Spaces for the homeless until March 31, offering separate facilities for women, single men, and families with youth, including free shuttle service and warming supplies.

The City of Duluth, MN, provides various options for citizens to access City Council meetings, including live viewing, FM radio broadcasts, and archived records online.