The University of Minnesota Board of Regents toured health science schools, exploring innovative facilities and discussing state support for health care advancements.

Senator Grant Hauschild proposes bills to increase aid for Minnesota's rural areas, addressing funding disparities and emergency medical service issues.

The Minnesota Senate Labor Committee has passed a bill to combat the misclassification of employees as independent contractors, aiming to enforce fair worker treatment.

MnDOT is set to revamp Hwy. 25, hosting a public meeting in Buffalo on March 14 for residents to learn about the project, slated for completion by 2026.

Dakota County sends property valuation notices in mid-March, essential for tax calculations. Homeowners should review them and contact the assessor if there are issues before the May 1 appeal deadline.

Stephanie Lehman leads the Minnesota Food Share March Campaign against hunger, aimed at stocking food shelves and leveraging donations with matching funds to meet community needs.

Ramsey County announces its annual lifeguard certification courses with spaces filling quickly. Sessions are available at several locations with a fee of $250. Completion does not guarantee a Ramsey County lifeguard position.

Burnsville's "Kids to Parks Trailblaze Day" is scheduled for May 18 at Rudy Kraemer Nature Preserve, featuring live music, a hot dog lunch, family activities, and a scavenger hunt. The event is free.

Scott County hosts a genealogy session for seniors at Cleary Lake Regional Park, offering assistance with ancestry research, document scanning, and storytelling.

St. Louis Park begins tree removal on Cedar Lake Road for road improvements. Residents are reminded to keep a safe distance during the operation. The city plans to replant trees after construction.

Minnetonka City Council accepted the 2024 assessment report, approved a new subdivision, permitted a garage-to-ADU conversion, and celebrated Minnetonka Academy participants.

Biden and Trump claim multiple wins across states on Super Tuesday, according to FOX 9, signaling their approaches to securing their parties' nominations.

Anoka County Public Health offers Community Partner Awards to support health initiatives, prioritizing underserved communities. Applications are due soon and assistance is available for interested groups.