The City of Minneapolis is addressing human trafficking, stalking, and police reform, celebrating MLK Jr., providing a minimum wage increase, and engaging in community walk audits, while supporting immigrants and flu prevention.

Eden Prairie secures grant to install solar panels on a liquor store and announces the 2025 State of the City Luncheon. Police dispatcher Beth Sams retires after 34 years. City services adjust for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The City of Mankato is hiring a Law Enforcement Technical Support Specialist to combat financial crimes through digital forensics and community safety efforts.

St. Louis Park, MN invites residents to their National Day of Racial Healing event, featuring student-led talks and a choral performance, emphasizing community and racial equity.

Coon Rapids Police expressed appreciation for community donations over $1,000 to their Police Explorers program following a grocery bagging fundraiser. The funds support the Explorers' competition in Rochester.

Beth Sams retires from the Eden Prairie Police Department after 34 years, having been a crucial part of establishing its 911 system and engaging in community outreach.

Cleary Lake Regional Park offers a beginner fat bike event for ages 14+, teaching equipment use, technique, and trail riding regardless of snow conditions. Reservations are necessary with a $12 fee.

Brooklyn Park residents are advised to take shelter from extreme cold, utilizing resources like the library and The Salvation Army, and to contact services for the homeless if needed.

Saint Paul Parks and Recreation's post encourages people to reflect on nature’s adaptability and find strength in life's constant changes, illustrated by the Mississippi River.

Free transit offered for Minneapolis Community Connections Conference attendees on February 8, using a downloadable pass from Metro Transit for the event at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

The Blaine Water Division manages water access for over 22,000 connections, handling water quality, main breaks, and customer issues, and assists in snow plowing during winter.

Coon Rapids Recycling Center organizes a Puzzle and Game Swap event on February 8th, where participants can exchange their gently-used items for tokens to get new games and puzzles.

Mankato, Minnesota is recruiting reserve police officers to assist with patrols, events, and traffic. No prior experience is needed, and training is provided. Applications are open until February 14, 2025.