Coon Rapids has introduced a social worker, Lori Halbur, to assist residents with issues such as mental health and homelessness during monthly drop-in sessions at the local library.

Coon Rapids offers a grant program for residents to enhance their front yards, with a lottery system to decide recipients. Deadline is February 26, with winners announced on March 5.

Minneapolis Police Department promotes their Community Service Officers program, emphasizing education benefits, pay during training, and direct entry into the MPD Academy.

Eden Prairie concluded its Words in Action Contest, celebrating Black History Month, where youth reflected on civil rights leaders' messages through writing, art, or digital media.

Wright County 4-H invites the community to participate in Project Workshop & Cloverbud Day at Zion Lutheran Church for various educational activities. Pre-registration is required by March 1.

The Burnsville community and Maple Grove Police honored the one-year anniversary of the line of duty deaths of Officers Elmstrand, Ruge, and Fire-medic Finseth with memorials and social media tributes.

Eden Prairie celebrated Black History Month by naming winners of the 2025 Words in Action Contest, honoring civil rights leaders through youth art and media.

Eviction filings in the Twin Cities have risen by 76% compared to pre-pandemic levels. Jason Chavez, a council member, has authored a 30-day pre-eviction notice ordinance to help tenants facing this crisis.

Dakota County announces a Community Volunteer Fair at Wescott Library for residents to find local volunteering opportunities.

The 25th annual North Suburban Home Show is scheduled for March 8th at the Andover YMCA Community Center, offering free entry and the chance to support the ACBC Food Shelf.

A community meeting on CSAH 37/Co. Rd. 137 reconstruction coincides with a memorial for three Burnsville first responders who died in the line of duty one year ago.

Outdoor Recreation School hosts a leprechaun-themed geocaching event on March 22, offering a fun treasure hunt for all ages using GPS. Registration is required.

Duluth community participated in the Polar Bear Plunge to support Special Olympics Minnesota, with the local police thanking attendees on social media.