AASD and DSD updates reveal changes to eligibility worksheets, enhancements in data collection for service providers, completion of an employment supports study, and announcement of safety culture trainings.

Anoka County Library opens registration for its Reading Bridge program to improve literacy among 1st-3rd graders, with limited spots available from February 9 to April 11.

St. Louis Park hosts the 4th National Day of Racial Healing event, featuring high school facilitators and Mayor Nadia Mohamed's closing remarks. It offers conversation, a light dinner, and aims to foster community understanding.

Blaine, Minnesota offers free heat tape installation to prevent pipe freezing, funded by CDBG-CV through Anoka County, with a January 16, 2026, application deadline. Contact Elizabeth Showalter for details.

Joe Hogeboom featured on the latest Maple Grove City Report, discussing council actions and community events, and encouraging civic engagement via a link on their Facebook page.

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.