Minneapolis celebrated World Bee Day, emphasizing the importance of bees to ecosystems and urging actions like planting native plants and avoiding pesticides to protect pollinators.

Maple Grove and Osseo, MN, residents are invited to a Memorial Day event hosted by the local Yellow Ribbon Network and American Legion to honor fallen service members.

Bloomington Police officers visited all local elementary schools to hand out pencils, engaging positively with students and fostering community relations.

The Saint Paul Police Department won a rowing race against the Saint Paul Fire Department, showcasing their friendly rivalry and community involvement.

CenterPoint Energy, alongside the Metro Transit’s B-Line Project, is working to replace natural gas infrastructure on Lake Street in Minneapolis, with expected completion by early June, including road closures and a move of indoor meters outside.

Duluth's Tourism Marketing Working Group is hosting online listening sessions to gather community input for improving the city's tourism marketing strategies.

St. Louis Park, MN, is recruiting a Minnesota GreenCorps member for environmental projects, with applications due by June 13th. The year-long role begins September 2024.

St. Louis Park's gardening swap, set for May 21, is canceled due to severe weather, with a reschedule date pending and updates to follow on the city's website and social media.

Candidate filing for county commissioner and conservation supervisor positions in Wright County begins today, with elections set for August primary and November general.

Plymouth's Metrolink services, including fixed routes and Click-and-Ride, to halt on Memorial Day, May 27, resuming the next day. Customer service also inactive during the holiday.

Brooklyn Park's Safety Camp aims to teach 8 to 10-year-olds safety skills, with a fun program including meals and a t-shirt. The camp costs $35-$40 and registration is open for the August event.

Apple Valley celebrates National Public Works Week, recognizing the employees who maintain essential infrastructure and services, highlighting their year-round efforts to improve the community's quality of life.

The Kindergarten Vehicle Fair at Rosa Parks Elementary School gave children hands-on experiences with first responder tools while fostering trust between kids and public servants.