The St. Paul Veterans Services office is closing for in-person visits on March 17-18 due to a redesign but will offer remote assistance via phone and email.

Coon Rapids High School's band director, Ryan Palmer, initiated the United Sound program to integrate students of all abilities into the school's music program.

Minnesota DHS appoints Shireen Gandhi as interim commissioner and updates child care standards. They've released Medicaid resources and proposed a fiscally responsible budget focusing on program integrity.

The Maple Grove Police Department celebrated their Reserve Unit's annual banquet, honoring members for over 1,900 service hours and individual contributions including promotions and participation in community events like the MN Polar Plunge.

Rice County upgraded lactation rooms with SHIP partnership to provide a welcoming atmosphere for mothers, improving aesthetics and adding amenities like comfortable furniture and resource boards.

Maple Grove's Farmers Market and Grove Cove Aquatic Center are nominated for Readers’ Choice Minnesota’s Best, with a post from the city's local government promoting voting.

Duluth's Workforce Development is hosting a job fair with various employers on Wednesday, offering opportunities for face-to-face meetings and on-the-spot applications.

The Puzzlepalooza Jamboree in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, attracted puzzle enthusiasts for competitive jigsaw puzzle assembling, with sessions won by "Team Frozen 4" and "Team Interlocked."

The Bloomington Police Department in Minnesota is offering a crime prevention course for seniors to combat rising scams and crimes targeting the elderly.

Coon Rapids Senior Center is seeking volunteers to drive seniors to activities, with a focus on community engagement and maintaining the autonomy of the elderly.

Plymouth Police discuss their new body-worn camera program, aiming to increase transparency and address misconceptions, in a video accessible via their Facebook post.

The Eden Prairie Police Department offers tips to prevent residential burglaries during spring break, such as avoiding social media posts about travel, locking doors and windows, using timers on lights, and securing valuables.

Aquatic Park is offering summer job opportunities ideal for teens; applications for various roles, including deck crew and lifeguards, are open until late March and April.