Blaine's annual Citizens Academy will soon open for adults to learn about the city's safety services, with hands-on experiences including Police, Fire, and Community Standards departments. Sign-ups are encouraged for the Tuesday evening sessions.

Four Saint Paul police officers were honored as DWI All-Stars at a Twins game for their efforts in combatting impaired driving and promoting traffic safety.

Brooklyn Park reminds residents to properly place and prepare recycling carts during Recycling Week, stressing the importance of timing, cart positioning, and not bagging materials for efficient pickup.

St. Louis Park announced the return of their Howl-O-Ween event for dogs on Oct 13 at Wolfe Park, featuring vendors, socializing, and a costume contest with prizes.

The Westwood Hills Nature Center hosts workshops by artist Sara Hanson using her WOW Mobile Metal Lab, where the community creates metal sculptures with nature items.

Apple Valley issues guidelines for winterizing pools, enforcing proper discharge of pool water and storage of storable pools. Advice includes maintaining a water level in in-ground pools to prevent damage.

Mankato is hiring temporary housekeeping and stagehand staff for the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center, with flexible schedules for candidates over 18. Apply by September 5.

Ward 8 in Minneapolis is holding a community meeting on public safety, featuring local safety officials, set for August 26th at MLK Jr. Park Community Center.

Ward 2 staff change and Minneapolis tackles opioid crisis and gun violence while evaluating eco-strategies and public safety initiatives.

The City of Mankato is seeking a Laboratory Intern for environmental work, including lab analysis and sample collection, as posted on their Facebook page. Applications are open until September 5th.

Amy Vokal retires as Mankato's Public Safety Director after 31 years of service, receiving accolades for her dedication on the department's Facebook page.

The police department's Community Police Academy is a free program inviting locals to learn about police operations, aiming to increase transparency and build community trust.

Chief Hodges of Bloomington PD shares safety advice for the new school year, including traffic vigilance, social media monitoring, avoiding false threats, and promoting kindness, via Facebook.