MnDOT announces overnight closures and detours on Highway 169 for 36th Avenue bridge replacement starting Aug. 22, affecting traffic and local commuters.

Ramsey County seeks volunteers for its Recycling Ambassador Program to spread recycling and sustainability awareness, with training scheduled for six Tuesdays starting Sept. 10.

The Eden Prairie Police Department is inviting applications for Police Cadet, offering mentorship, practical experience, and financial support for education.

Duluth seeks community feedback on a $30 million plan to rejuvenate athletic facilities and promote sports tourism, hosting open houses to gather input.

Upgrades to natural gas infrastructure are underway in Minneapolis' Bryn Mawr neighborhood, causing occasional road and sidewalk closures with traffic maintained by flaggers.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office announces a Citizen Law Enforcement Academy, running from Sept. 11 to Oct. 9 on Wednesdays, for residents to learn about law enforcement operations.

Collinwood Regional Park and Campground have reopened their swimming and dog beaches after a temporary closure due to high algae counts in Collinwood Lake.

Coon Rapids announces its Fall Skating School schedule, offering ice skating classes for ages 4 and up, with sessions running from September through December.

The Dakota Rail Regional Trail will undergo tree trimming from August 19-21, possibly leading to temporary closures between Mayer and Carver County's eastern border.

Lake Minnewashta Regional Park's playground is currently closed for renovations until late fall 2024, with Carver County Parks asking for public patience during construction.

A University of Minnesota study reveals COVID-19's impact on brain health, notably "brain fog" and fatigue in survivors, and identifies a neuroinflammatory response despite no virus in the brain.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension reported a 6.9% decline in violent crime statewide, with a more significant drop in the Twin Cities area.

"Party on the Plaza" is an event in Nicollet Commons Park on August 22 with live music, local food trucks, craft vendors, and a kids zone. It's free and runs from 5-9 p.m.