Scott County officials addressed and refuted claims of "duplicate votes" from District 54A, ensuring the integrity of the election process and explaining post-election review protocols.

The Eden Prairie Community Center offers a range of winter activities, including fitness programs, a sound bath event, dive-in movies, and special needs swimming sessions, along with new equipment and maintenance plans.

Minneapolis Police officers helped push a stranded car to safety on Christmas night, in an act of good spirit that underscored their role in community service.

Wright County reminds ATV and boat owners to renew their annual licenses, stating that renewals can be processed at their License Center starting December 31.

Wright County Parks & Recreation will host a free open house at the Robert Ney Nature Center on January 4 with activities and educational presentations.

Plymouth residents can join the local police for Cocoa with Cops, a community relationship-building event over hot chocolate, on Jan. 14 at the Plymouth Community Center.

Hennepin County offices and departments will be closed on January 1 for New Year's Day. Residents are reminded to complete renewals and returns beforehand.

The City of Duluth encourages residents to sign up for Northland Alerts for timely notifications about snow emergencies to ensure safety and preparedness.

The Brooklyn Bridge Alliance for Youth newsletter details the "Reimagine Black Youth Mental Health" project, new "Elevate Youth!" staff, a youth survey, and the "Free College Campaign" efforts.

Anoka County License & Passport Services will be closed on New Year's Day but will resume normal hours on January 2nd. Residents should plan accordingly.

Minnetonka's new initiative with Republic Services will streamline organics recycling starting in 2025, with a monthly fee of $3.10. The city will also raise utility rates in 2025, increasing quarterly bills modestly.

The Alexandria City Council approved the Viking Speedway schedule, welcomed new members, raised park shelter fees, and said farewell to an outgoing member.

Prison staff at Duluth Federal Prison Camp fight its planned closure, stressing job loss and the facility's value to inmates' rehabilitation and community projects.