Mankato Police and Fire hosted their 10th blood drive, collecting 35 units and impacting over 100 lives, highlighting the community's collective efforts.

Art Madsen was honored with induction into the Rice County Ag Hall of Fame for his contributions to agriculture.

Anoka County reports a severe drop in family child care providers, affecting local parents. The county offers an online Child Care Locator and insights from Child Care Licensing to aid families in search.

Bloomington's Aquatic Center is closed for summer due to a significant leak, with the city offering refunds to season pass holders and planning future repairs.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office warns residents about scammers impersonating deputies and asking for money using missed court dates or jury duty as excuses.

Minneapolis celebrates Black Business Week from July 24-31 with events like business tours, an art crawl, panel discussions, and a food vendor court, starting at George Floyd Square.

Coon Rapids offers free Naloxone kits at its police and fire departments to combat the opioid crisis, allowing residents to quickly respond to overdoses.

Brooklyn Park EDA meetings are scheduled for July 21, 2025, focused on local economic development. Residents can attend in person or review the agenda online.

Staring Lake Amphitheatre in Eden Prairie has a lineup of performances including music by Mississippi Hot Club and Sawyer's Dream, a show by In the Heart of the Beast Puppet Theatre, and the upcoming "PeopleFest! A Community Celebration of Culture."

The latest HCSO Insider newsletter offers updates on Operation Safe Summer, a new boater law, a "Focus on Fentanyl" segment, and crime statistics in Hennepin County.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a stand-up paddleboarding primer focusing on inclusivity for women, femme, and non-binary individuals. Equipment is provided for the accessible class priced at $35.

Minneapolis is set to celebrate Black Business Week from July 24-31, 2025, to honor and support the local Black business community. Details are available on the City of Minneapolis website.

The Westwood Hills Nature Center is hosting its Trail of Small Wonders exhibit until July 26, where visitors like Lola enjoy fairy gardens and butterfly sightings.