Graco Park, a new nine-acre green space, has opened in Northeast Minneapolis with restored natural areas, trails, and public art, thanks to support from Graco Inc. and environmental efforts by MWMO.

The Ramsey County Maplewood Service Center is temporarily relocating to Maplewood Mall during its renovation from October 7, with services uninterrupted.

Construction is underway in Bryn Mawr, Minneapolis, for a gas main project, limiting parking and street access. Work should conclude early October. Residents can contact CenterPoint Energy for details.

Bloomington fire stations will hold an open house on October 12 to promote fire safety awareness and smoke alarm maintenance during Fire Prevention Week.

A man in Duluth was arrested for allegedly stabbing a woman, with the victim receiving hospital treatment for her injuries. The incident sparked safety concerns in the community.

Anoka County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan with public input to maintain eligibility for federal grants and to address natural disasters such as tornadoes, snowstorms, and floods. Residents can offer feedback to shape the plan.

The City of Bloomington encourages residents to remove invasive buckthorn this fall, providing instructions, tools, and herbicides recommendations, with resources available on their website.

The City of Blaine's Flashlight Pumpkin Hunt event offers outdoor fun with a pumpkin search, s'mores, music, and a costume contest on Oct 18. Registration is required by Oct 11.

The Kidcreate Studio in St. Louis Park is offering various art classes for kids during the MEA break, including messy science experiments and Halloween-themed activities.

Duluth's 400 block of E Third Street is closed due to demolition at the old St. Mary's Hospital, with detours in place around the site. Access to Third Street Clinic remains during operating hours.

MPRB and MSC are considering the relocation of Bde Maka Ska's boat launch and Sailing Center, seeking public feedback through an open house and online survey.

Annie Griffiths is named 2024 Homecoming Grand Marshal for the University of Minnesota, where she celebrated as an acclaimed photographer, alumnus, and founder of Ripple Effect Images.

The Blue Earth County Sheriff's Office warns of a scam with callers impersonating officers to steal money by claiming unpaid fines or missed court appearances.