Blaine residents can expect a busy construction season with road and infrastructure projects, including Lift Station 13's multi-year upgrade and street reconstructions impacting traffic flow.

St. Louis Park is promoting a Rain Garden Maintenance Workshop on July 17, teaching locals how to care for these eco-friendly gardens, with a focus on water conservation and pollution reduction.

"Trail Roll" event at Spring Lake Regional Park on July 1 offers a free, family-friendly outdoor activity involving rolling sports around the lakefront area.

Brooklyn Park and Champlin officials host a healing event for community members affected by recent events, offering supportive resources and discussions for recovery.

The CSAH 8 bridge over the Crow River in Wright County will close on June 30 for replacement, with detours via Highways 35, 7, 9, and 107 until late fall 2025.

Riley Lake Beach in Eden Prairie is closed due to a harmful blue-green algal bloom, with warnings issued for people and pets to avoid contact until the water is safe.

Blaine's new ordinance mandates stormwater runoff management to prevent pollution and overflow, relaxing pre- and post-construction testing but enforcing "no net increase" or "net reduction" standards.

Coon Rapids Recycling Center will close for Juneteenth, resuming services on June 20. The closure honors the holiday, with information available on their website.

CenterPoint Energy is installing a new gas main along Minnetonka Boulevard, causing traffic disruptions. Intersection openings and project updates are communicated to aid residents.

A driver was arrested for DWI after speeding at 100 mph in a 60-mph construction zone, as per the Carver County Sheriff's Office. The driver failed sobriety tests, registering a BrAC of .194. No injuries were reported.

Brooklyn Park announces Recycling Week with protocols for effective recyclable collection and expansion to include organics, offering a separate weekly service with easy signup for residents.

Maple Grove city is prepping for the Maple Grove Days and Ambassador Scholarship Program, featuring local youth engagement and leadership growth, with a "Maple Grove Masquerade" coronation event on July 18.

St. Louis Park invites local artists to create organics recycling-themed artwork for their Cart Art in the Park contest, with submissions accepted until June 23. Winning designs will feature on the city's organics carts.