Bloomington's Public Works and Police Department will host open houses on May 17, offering equipment demonstrations, facility tours, and various interactive activities.

Bloomington hosts an Early Childhood Expo on April 26, with resources for families with young children, including a Baby Gear Swap, expert sessions, and family entertainment.

The Hyland Hills South Condominium Association, with a grant from the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, is removing invasive buckthorn and planting native species.

The article details a week's weather forecast for Minneapolis with varied conditions including clouds, rain, possible snow, and sunshine, with fluctuating temperatures and winds.

The Justice Department deploys FBI agents to investigate violent crimes in Indian Country, under Operation Not Forgotten, aiming to resolve longstanding cases.

Dakota County offers a free boat shrink wrap recycling program until June 30 at Lighthouse Motorsports and Marine in Rosemount. Over 4 tons were recycled in the 2024 cycle.

Senator Ann Johnson Stewart voted for a resolution condemning Trump's pardons of January 6 insurrectionists, highlighting a division in legislature opinions.

Apple Valley's Citizens Academy offers an insight into police work, including SWAT and crime scene analysis, with a weekly commitment on Thursday evenings in May.

Anoka County in Minnesota alerts residents of the pollution in its waters from illegal dumping, educating them on proper waste disposal to protect the environment.

Westwood Hills Nature Center hosts a free event on Earth Day with expert Dan Shaw on creating pollinator-friendly gardens.

Eric Houston presents "The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera" exploring animation icons' careers, their legacy, and character origins, including surprising celebrity influences. Registration is open for the free event.

Scott County's Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve hosts a Spring Yoga Walk on April 23, combining walking and yoga for rejuvenation. Suitable for ages 14+, the event encompasses a three-mile walk among nature's springtime awakening.

Cedar Lake Regional Park will host a spring scavenger hunt on April 17 for families and children aged 3-10 to explore nature and create bird collages.