The City of Mankato is hiring a part-time Custodian to maintain public facilities and keep them clean. Duties include cleaning tasks and plant care. Applicants must be 18+. Applications can be made on the city's website.

The Minneapolis Police Department shared their community support effort on social media, providing gifts to the family of a deceased seven-year-old girl to offer comfort.

The City of Coon Rapids has announced a full-scale snow removal operation starting at 3 a.m. on December 20, covering all city streets and sidewalks. Cooperation from residents is essential for its success.

The Eden Prairie Firefighter Relief Association donated $10,000 to LuAnn's Place for fire sprinklers, part of funds raised in 2021 to improve community safety.

Minneapolis has announced the 2025 Community Connections Conference for February 8, with the theme "Participation is Power," to engage residents in city governance and community improvement activities.

"Cleary Lake Regional Park will host the "Snowshoes & S’mores" event on December 29, offering snowshoeing and fireside s'mores-making for a $12 fee. Pre-registration is required."

The Saint Paul Parks and Recreation shared on social media how their search for holiday lights downtown led to a discovery of unnoticed art and decorations, inspiring a message of seeking joy and light during the winter solstice.

St. Louis Park, Minnesota, hosts Disco Ball Ice Skating events featuring nostalgic music by DJ Bob, with skate rentals for $3. The free event series includes dates in December, January, and February.

The City of Mankato has announced altered waste collection dates during Christmas week; services are to be paused on December 25, with collection rescheduled for the subsequent days.

The City of Maple Grove shared an update on social media including a City Report by City Administrator Heidi Nelson, discussing key City Council decisions.

St. Louis Park, Minnesota, advises residents on correct holiday recycling, highlighting that bows, ribbons, and glossy wrapping paper are not recyclable.

Minneapolis invests $365 million over six years to expand housing and address homelessness, unveiling a seven-point strategy to improve housing accessibility and support renters.

City crews are plowing streets post-snowfall and residents are asked to voluntarily move cars to aid the process. No snow emergency declared, but cooperation is sought for efficient plowing.