A brown male dog missing an ID was found near a Burger King in Mankato and is under the care of Mankato Public Safety. The city encourages those with information to call 911.

The Brooklyn Park Police Department celebrated Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, acknowledging the service and dedication of its officers on social media.

Brooklyn Park reminds residents of Recycling Week from January 12-16, with carts to be placed by 6:30 a.m. for pickup by 6 p.m. Guidelines include keeping recyclables loose in carts and using the new multilingual Brooklyn Park HRG Recycling app.

The Mankato Department of Public Safety confirms it does not engage in federal immigration enforcement, focusing instead on local public safety and order.

The Mary Ann Young Center offers a Tech Lab to help seniors learn technology, with registration-required appointments on January 26, February 9, and February 23.

Blaine residents in manufactured homes can get free heat tape installations against frozen pipes, offered by the city's Economic Development authority. Applications are open until January 16, 2026.

Plymouth is hosting a Winter Maintenance Open House to showcase its snow and ice removal practices and promote environmental awareness during Winter Salt Awareness Week.

Eden Prairie resident Sundari Saengdara saved her boyfriend's life using CPR and an AED during a pickleball game after he collapsed from a heart condition.

Ann Genosky is retiring after 38 years at the Mary Ann Young Center. Her career began in 1987, and she contributed significantly to the community. A retirement celebration is scheduled for January 21.

Burnsville offers a free seminar on supporting loved ones in crisis, part of a monthly safety series to boost mental health crisis response awareness.

Minneapolis reaffirms commitment to constitutional rights for peaceful assembly and free expression, stressing the balance between safety and democracy.

St. Louis Park is hiring a payroll specialist responsible for processing payroll, maintaining records, and providing customer service for payroll inquiries. Applications close on January 21.

Mankato "Keep the Wreath Bright" campaign ended with four red bulbs indicating preventable fires, emphasizing fire safety and correct disposal of hazardous materials.