The Coon Rapids Connection winter edition covers local news such as the Front Door Grant Program, new city council members, the 61st Snowflake Days Celebration, a pedestrian bridge update, and a pedestrian safety campaign on Northdale Boulevard.

Woodbury officials remind residents to clear sidewalks of snow within 12 hours to avoid fines, with failure possibly leading to city-hired removal and added fees.

The City of Minneapolis opens applications for the "Step Up" internship program to help underserved youth gain career experience.

Cub Scout Pack 584 participated in the Maple Grove City Council meeting, presenting colors and saying the Pledge of Allegiance, while the Mayor answered their questions on civic duties.

A water main break on Wren Drive led to service disruptions, with repairs by Duluth utility crews underway. The city urges patience and advises affected residents to check the Outage Map for updates.

St. Louis Park, Minnesota launches a citywide gnome hunt throughout January, releasing weekly clues for residents to find gnomes hidden in local parks for fun and good luck.

Brooklyn Park's EDA searches for a property manager for a city-owned affordable housing 4-plex, aimed at aiding transitional housing efforts. Deadline for proposals is January 20, 2025.

The Eden Prairie Quality of Life Survey invites local residents to voice their opinions on city matters, with online and multilingual paper options available, aiming to guide future policy decisions.

The Bloomington Police Department's Pink Patch Project raised funds for cancer research by selling pink-themed items, donating proceeds to the Randy Shaver Cancer Research and Community Fund.

The Coon Rapids Police Department offers CATGUARD marking kits to deter catalytic converter theft, allowing for traceable serial numbers to be engraved on converters.

Minnetonka is updating its zoning ordinance to better reflect community goals and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, with a rewrite process involving staff, a workgroup, and public input over 18 months.

Washington County libraries offer multiple events, including 'Digital Library 101', native plant seeding, craft swaps, author talks, game nights, seed packaging, puzzle contests, and information on food scrap recycling and writing in January.

Burnsville Ice Center offers free skating and a local figure skating club performance for National Skating Month, with rentals available for purchase.