"Rec on the Spot," a free mobile recreation program for 5-14-year-olds, begins June 9 and runs until August 14, providing fun activities in city parks.

Youth workers in the Sprockets Learning Cohort shared positive impacts of the program on their professional skills and community systems change efforts.

Minneapolis has launched a Bridge Fund for Dance Program offering $450K in grants to local dancers and companies, with applications open until July 15. Grants range from $5,000 to $30,000, aiming to foster innovation in the city's dance scene.

The City of Ramsey invites seniors to join a day trip to St. Cloud on July 23, featuring tours of gardens, a history museum, and includes lunch, all for $92 per person.

The Plymouth Police Department reported 749 incidents, 14 arrests, and 19 criminal complaints from May 25-31. They responded to various situations including 27 accidents, 31 traffic stops, 27 alarms, and conducted 47 medical/well-being checks.

A suspect was arrested for an attempted armed robbery at a Minneapolis liquor store after police and employees coordinated using surveillance footage. The non-violent arrest followed a successful warrant operation.

Minneapolis police apprehended a woman with drugs and paraphernalia during a surveillance operation; she also had an existing warrant in Anoka County.

Minneapolis officials reaffirm sanctuary city status, refusing to help federal law enforcement target immigrants, despite being placed on a sanctuary watch list by the Trump administration.

St. Paul's Board of Zoning Appeals ruled on various zoning variances, approving some requests and denying others, with a posted document detailing their decisions.

The Eden Prairie Police Department has welcomed a new social worker, Caitlin Hurley, to enhance community support services, as highlighted on the EPPD blog.

Oak Hill Park's splash pad in St. Louis Park opens June 2, offering a free and inclusive water play area for residents and visitors daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. until August 31.

The City of Plymouth promotes safety and etiquette for the growing number of ebike riders, emphasizing the importance of responsible riding in compliance with legal and courteous standards.

Eden Prairie is preparing for summer with community engagement activities, a sustainability focus, free fitness programs, music events, educational webinars on electricity use, a run against human trafficking, and quality drinking water confirmation.