Mankato Police and Fire departments remind Super Bowl fans to celebrate safely and plan a sober ride home, noting the spike in drunk-driving incidents on game day.

Apple Valley reminds property owners it's illegal to push snow onto public streets or sidewalks and urges them to comply to avoid damaging city infrastructure.

The inaugural Puzzle Palooza at Blaine City Hall was a successful event where residents bonded over jigsaw puzzles, with winners earning championship rings.

The Minneapolis Police Department honors Ethel Ray Nance, the first Black Policewoman in Minnesota, and her work with W.E.B. DuBois and contributions to civil rights.

Brooklyn Park reminds residents to place recycling bins out early for pickup starting at 6:30 a.m. They promote organic waste recycling to reduce landfill waste, with a new curbside collection phase beginning March 31.

The University of Minnesota Extension is seeking nominations for the 2025 Farm Family of the Year for Wright County to honor dedication in agriculture and community service.

The Coon Rapids Recycling Center is hosting a Puzzle and Game Swap where residents can trade gently used items for tokens to exchange for new-to-them puzzles and games.

Eden Prairie's community centers offer youth programs on no school days, including art classes, wildlife exploration, and gymnastics camp, with provisions for a full day of activities.

Ramsey County plans Black History Month events and offers mental health services, while hosting elections and job fairs. Health advice and community services are available along with celebrations of local achievements.

Plymouth has launched a Memory Café for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering support and activities. Held at the Plymouth Community Center, the events occur monthly and require registration with a fee.

Eden Prairie's annual Polar Plunge returns on March 8 to support Special Olympics, with participants taking an icy dip to raise funds as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run efforts.

Ramsey County celebrates Black History Month and labor movement, sets new special election date, hosts a job and resource fair for artists, and promotes mental health services amid a rise in contagious illnesses.

Brooklyn Park invites young women to explore non-traditional careers at the "Wonder Women, Defined!" event, featuring a police department tour and Q&A.