Wright County closed swimming and dog beaches at Collinwood Park due to high algae levels. No reopening timeline provided; updates will be shared online.

Woodbury offers residents a chance to review and provide feedback on the draft Environmental Stewardship Plan, with input sessions in August. Mayor Burt encourages public participation.

Chanhassen officials invite residents to discuss a new community center, replacing the outdated Rec Center, with an informative session scheduled on August 17, ahead of a crucial November 5 ballot decision.

St. Louis Park announces its final summer Roller Skating at the ROC event for August 29, featuring music from DJ Presto and treats from Bite Me Baking Co.

The Hoffman Family Foundation was acknowledged for their role in transforming Coney Island of the West into a public space with a new monument, announced by Carver County Parks & Recreation on Facebook.

Beginner's kayaking course on August 24th at Cleary Lake Regional Park, with instruction on safety and paddling techniques. Equipment provided, $50 fee, registration required.

Woodbury introduced the Safe Community Camera Program, asking locals to register their surveillance cameras to aid law enforcement. Participation is voluntary and privacy-protected, making camera locations accessible only to officials when needed.

Jamie Richard White pleads guilty to meth distribution conspiracy in Moorhead, facing a possible 15-year minimum sentence.

The Coon Rapids Dam summer concert series ends with a free Beatles tribute band performance by The Revolution 5 at 7 p.m. with food concessions available from 5:30 p.m.

Lake Nokomis beaches in Minneapolis have reopened after tests showed reduced blue-green algae levels, but some city beaches remain closed due to E. coli concerns.

Wright County, MN, announces early voting for the State Primary Election on August 10 and staying open until 5 p.m. on August 12, with absentee ballots to be returned by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Lake Elmo Park Reserve has begun a paving project covering the park access road and trails, set for completion by November to improve aesthetics and accessibility.

Estrella Alarcon was honored with the Ramsey County Employee Achievement Award for her exceptional support to crime victims and witnesses, acknowledged for her work ethic and calming presence.