"Singin' in the Rain" stage production set to delight Bloomington audiences from July 31 to August 24 with performances capturing the essence of the classic Hollywood musical.

Jim Sorenson's golf journey, from early swings in Bloomington to an entrepreneurial career post a historic golf win, is highlighted in a municipal update.

Bloomington plans a hearing on July 14 to discuss changes to Xcel Energy's franchise fees. Residents can attend in person, tune in online, or submit comments beforehand.

Brooklyn Park is hosting an open house for its new fire station on July 22, allowing residents to view designs, meet fire personnel, and discuss the project with architects.

Cyndi Young, a dedicated firefighter with nearly 20 years of service, works in both the Bloomington Fire Department and healthcare, strikes a balance between work, family, and outdoor hobbies, and educates the public on fire safety.

Bloomington is preparing its 2026 budget, focusing on essential costs and shifting to Priority-Based Budgeting for transparency and community alignment.

Bloomington's Creekside Community Center turns into a health and wellness center, and 50+ programs move to Logan Lodge temporarily, with the city advising seniors to subscribe to The Penn Post for updates.

A small fire broke out in Huntington Apartments but was quickly controlled by the fire department, preventing injury and major damage. The Red Cross assisted the residents, and the incident was a reminder of the importance of emergency services.

Bloomington Police host community events including "Cops and Cones" ice cream socials and "National Night Out" to build trust.

City finance staff are engaging citizens with the details of the 2026 budget through public events, explaining a new priority-based budgeting approach and inviting feedback.

Rice County authorities remind citizens to follow safety guidance for the Fourth of July, including responsible fireworks handling, grilling precautions, travel safety, water safety, and pet care.

Minnesota has implemented a new boating safety rule requiring individuals aged 12 and older to have a watercraft operator's permit to operate motorized vessels. The DNR released this information with details available on their website.

Minnetonka businesses express high satisfaction with the local business environment, with 98% approving and city officials planning to leverage the positive sentiment by enhancing resources and branding.