The Blaine Planning Commission will discuss Walters Recycling & Refuse's proposal to increase the facility's processing capacity to 340,000 tons, including various waste types. Public input is encouraged at the meeting on October 8.

Bloomington Planning Commission to discuss subdivision of lots into townhomes on October 3, 2024; public hearing details outlined for in-person and electronic participation.

Brandon Lee Tahahwah pleads guilty to illegal machine gun possession following his arrest by Minneapolis Police.

Wright County announces nighttime construction on CSAH 35, focusing on concrete paving and joint sawing, potentially disrupting residents but ensuring long-term infrastructure quality.

A free Dementia Friends information session is scheduled for October 10, put on by Plymouth's Parks and Recreation Department to educate the community on dementia.

The City of Eden is hiring firefighters, offering competitive wages, paid training, benefits after 10 years, and wellness resources. Applicants need essential firefighting certifications. Deadline: September 30, 2024.

Two Nigerian nationals were charged in a BEC scheme targeting Minnesota healthcare companies, defrauding them of over $13 million. They remain at large and are considered fugitives.

A retired pilot, Charles Sorensen, has been sentenced to 41 months in prison for tax evasion and related offenses. He falsely claimed refunds and concealed income using shell entities and cryptocurrency.

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.