The MVTA announces direct bus service from three park and rides for the Minnesota State Fair, offering convenient and cost-effective transit options with a $6 round-trip fare.

Halifax TRIAD meeting focuses on elderly safety and reminisces on local history with State Rep. LaNatra, police, and historian Fred Corrigan. TRIAD President Kenneth Vinton celebrated his 90th birthday with an honorary sheriff's cap.

Chanhassen officials invite residents to discuss a new community center, replacing the outdated Rec Center, with an informative session scheduled on August 17, ahead of a crucial November 5 ballot decision.

Blaine's Citizens Academy offers residents and workers a chance to learn about public safety services through a hands-on, nine-week course, revealed via the city's Facebook.

The Burnsville community celebrated the renovation of Horizon Heights Townhomes with a ribbon-cutting, highlighting the project's role in enhancing local housing.

Minneapolis honors Indigenous Milk Medicine Week, underlining the importance of breastfeeding for cultural legacy and health in Indigenous communities, as noted by the City of Minneapolis Health Department.

The City's Rec on the Spot program for youth aged 5-14 is concluding its summer season of promoting outdoor activity and community in local parks, with no sign-up required.

Brooklyn Park announces Recycling Week from August 12-16, urging residents to place their recycling carts curbside by 6:30 a.m. for collection and to use the Brooklyn Park HRG Recycling app for guidelines.

Mankato seeks Water Resource Recovery Operator Technicians to ensure efficient wastewater treatment and promote environmental sustainability. Candidates should have technical knowledge and relevant experience. Applications are open until August 22.

Mankato fire crew educated children on fire safety at Loyola School and later engaged with the community at the 'Songs on the Lawn' event, as shared on their Facebook page.

St. Louis Park announces its final summer Roller Skating at the ROC event for August 29, featuring music from DJ Presto and treats from Bite Me Baking Co.

The Hoffman Family Foundation was acknowledged for their role in transforming Coney Island of the West into a public space with a new monument, announced by Carver County Parks & Recreation on Facebook.

Sgt. Amy Rahlf and Officer Annie Baumgart were knighted by the St. Paul Winter Carnival Royal Family for their work on community safety initiatives like Safe Summer Nights.