The Blaine Police Department donated unclaimed lost and found items to Alexandra House, which supports individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence.

The Blaine Police Department is running a coat drive, encouraging donations of new or gently used coats at Blaine City Hall for the Salvation Army to distribute to those in need.

Duluth Mayor Reinert announced the Good Neighbor Award to inspire civic engagement and honor active community members during his State of the City address.

The Saint Paul Police thank Cops n Rodders for donating over 1,300 toys for their Cops & Kids program, brightening the holidays for hospitalized children.

Wright County's Compost & Recycling Center suspends woodchip and compost loading starting December 2, due to winter freezing causing safety and equipment damage concerns.

Xcel Energy is hosting a virtual open house to introduce an iron-air battery project near Sherco Plant, focusing on renewable energy and grid reliability.

Sherburne County officials invite the public to a casual luncheon with commissioners on Dec. 3 at Brickyard Bar & Grill, emphasizing social interaction without official agenda discussions.

Adams Elementary in Minnesota celebrated the opening of 'Little Red Pavilion', an outdoor learning space, funded by the school's parent council and supported by the Minnesota DNR.

Duluth's Mayor Roger J. Reinert introduces the Good Neighbor Award to honor local acts of civic virtue and foster a sense of community. Residents can nominate individuals who make a positive impact until December 31, 2024.

Duluth's Downtown will host the Gobble Gallop Races on Thanksgiving morning with parking restrictions starting at 7 a.m. and road closures at 7:30 a.m. to accommodate the event. Traffic will be detoured around the race route.

Maple Grove, Minnesota, has started building a new St. Jude Dream Home. Hanson Builders are constructing it to be sold, with all proceeds benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Mankato, Minnesota launches its "Keep the Wreath Bright, Prevent a Red Light" safety campaign to prevent holiday fires, using a wreath's bulb color changes to signal fire incidents.

Minneapolis city services, including 311 and other government offices, will close for Thanksgiving, with garbage pickup delayed and parking meters not enforced. Emergency services, however, will operate as usual.