Minneapolis Parks invites adults to join a woodpecker-watching event on Leap Year Day and offers various birding and nature activities throughout spring.

Brooklyn Park residents are invited to discuss the future of their Community Activity Center, which is set for renovations after a $26 million bond was approved. A community meeting on March 7 will present project options and gather public input.

Coon Rapids City Council decides to maintain its current open hauling waste collection system while exploring improvements through potential policy changes.

Plymouth's Summer Parks and Recreation Activities Guide is now online, offering a range of community activities. Registration opens on March 13 for residents, later for non-residents. An app for easy access to services will launch in early March.

The Wargo Nature Center prepares for maple syruping as spring approaches, offering educational programs to experience and learn about this sustainable food tradition.

A Minneapolis gang member was convicted for possessing ammunition after a shooting caused by a street altercation in which he accidentally shot himself.

The Mankato Police and Fire Department hosted a talk on fraud prevention, educating the community on current schemes and emphasizing the importance of staying informed to protect oneself.

The Twin Cities Area Solar Co-op is helping residents switch to renewable energy, offering group discounts and targeting low-income homeowners with additional incentives.

Coon Rapids Police participated in the Anoka County Polar Plunge to raise over $3,400 for The Special Olympics, showing community spirit and support for the cause.

Cub Scout Pack 374 visited the Bloomington Police Department, fulfilling a badge requirement and engaging in civic education by asking thoughtful questions. The department praised their efforts on Facebook.

Minneapolis Police arrested three juveniles involved in a series of armed robberies and carjackings across the city, with some suspects still at large.

Morrison County announces a week of meetings addressing emergency services, environmental plans, and housing issues, as detailed in the County Commissioner's public notice.

Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Services is opening its summer program registration on March 5, offering activities like sports, crafts, and fitness classes.