The Eden Prairie 2024 Community Photo Contest invites local amateur photographers to submit their work for a chance to be featured in city publications, with the selection process involving public voting on Facebook.

Minneapolis Health Department releases a back-to-school checklist focusing on health measures such as regular sleep schedules, hand-washing, proper nutrition, hydration, allergy management, vaccinations, and addressing student anxiety.

The Minneapolis Monarch Festival, celebrating monarch migration, offers educational and entertainment opportunities at Lake Nokomis Park on September 7.

A new Pre-Ballet program for toddlers in St. Louis Park starts on September 15, offering dance fundamentals and movement activities on Sundays for a fee, with space limited.

Police welcomed students at Coon Rapids High School as part of a community engagement tradition, not for an emergency, aiming to foster positive relations.

Ramsey County partners with Retold Recycling to successfully trial a textile recycling event, collecting 7,728 pounds of fabric to be resold or repurposed, supporting environmental sustainability.

Ramsey County advises on safe backyard fires in fall, highlighting the health risks of air pollution, especially from fine particles, and recommends using dry wood, checking air quality, and being considerate to neighbors to minimize impact.

The City of Plymouth is seeking new ERP software to improve its financial, HR, payroll, and utility billing systems, considering both single and multiple suppliers.

Ramsey County partners with Repowered to offer free electronics recycling for residents, with an easy process to safely dispose of electronics and protect privacy.

MnCHOICES is retiring legacy systems by Oct. 1, 2024, emphasized in a DHS digest along with training events, including a "Culture of Safety" session for health service providers.

Brooklyn Park's official statement celebrated Labor Day and informed residents of public facility closures, including City Hall and recreation centers.

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office invites residents to join its Citizen Academy program for an inside look at law enforcement operations.

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office reported a positive experience at the State Fair, focusing on community engagement and safety, while sharing anticipation for next year's event.