Brooklyn Park's City Hall Dropbox is closed for repairs, and the city has not disclosed details on the damage or repair timeline. Residents can pay utility bills in person, online, or by mail during the closure.

Blaine's Mature Adults Club is screening "A Sudden Case of Christmas" on December 19 for free, with registration required. The comedy features Danny DeVito.

The City of Ramsey is seeking a full-time Human Resources Specialist to manage employee relations and benefits, with applications available on the city’s employment site.

Burnsville Councilmember Vince Workman received the National League of Cities Centennial Under 40 Impact Award for his contributions to public service and local governance.

Maple Grove Community Center is hosting a donation drive for essential items benefiting CROSS Services, offering a discount on admission with each donation until Dec 15.

Anoka County License & Passport Services will be closed on December 25th for Christmas, resuming normal hours on December 26th. Online services remain available during this period.

The City of Maple Grove, MN, used social media to raise domestic violence awareness, outlining signs of abuse and sharing resources such as hotlines and Maria's Voice for support.

Coon Rapids is holding its 'Season of Giving' campaign until Dec. 17, with donation boxes at various locations for organizations like Alexandra House and ACBC Food Shelf. Both physical and monetary donations are accepted to meet specific needs.

The AASD and DSD released updates on Minnesota's health support, including a temporary MMIS service agreement freeze and the shift to remote lead agency reviews.

Duluth opens its Overnight Warming Center until May 1 for anyone needing shelter from the cold, with free transportation available.

Eden Prairie's Home Energy Squad helps residents reduce their energy bills by installing efficiency materials and assessing their heating and cooling systems for improvements.

The City of Eden Prairie is offering gift cards for park programs and activities, Wine Club Memberships at Eden Prairie Liquor, local historical books, and retired street signs for holiday gifts.

UMD medical students participated in an ice rescue training led by the St. Louis County Rescue Squad to learn emergency skills on the St. Louis River.