Bird migration over the Mississippi River is affected by urban lighting, prompting Coon Rapids city officials to advocate for reduced light pollution through initiatives like Lights Out Twin Cities and Earth Month community clean-up events.

Xcel Energy is updating power lines in Eden Prairie using a helicopter, with work starting April 15. No outages expected, but traffic may be affected.

Minneapolis asks for public input on its capital spending plan, involving roads and parks, with sessions for Northeast and South Minneapolis and a joint hearing scheduled.

Burnsville is offering various summer job opportunities that combine work with outdoor enjoyment, including positions in maintenance, recreation, and more.

City sweepers in St. Louis Park cleared 1,871 miles of roads and alleys last year, removing 5,911 cubic yards of debris. Residents are encouraged to join the effort by adopting a storm drain.

Coon Rapids is testing its emergency sirens twice today during Severe Weather Awareness Week. Residents are reminded it's a drill for disaster preparedness.

Eden Prairie is hosting several environmental events, including park clean-up, a shoreline protection workshop, and Arbor Day activities. A yard waste site is reopening, new water meters are installed, and recycling initiatives are planned.

Brooklyn Park is hosting a clean-up event for residents to recycle items not accepted in regular bins on April 27 at the Operations and Maintenance Building.

Maple Grove's State of the City video, led by Mayor Mark Steffenson, showcases local developments, park and community center upgrades, and growth in commercial sectors.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College prepares for their spring musical "Working," inspired by Studs Terkel's book, highlighting the lives of American workers. Shows are scheduled for April and tickets are available.

The Minneapolis Police Department is offering an informational session on April 22 for individuals interested in becoming Community Service Officers with a perk of tuition assistance.

Dakota County launches a volunteer program for residents to help monitor wetland health, with training provided and no scientific background needed. Registration is open until May 15.

The Mary Ann Young Center and the Vista Fleet offer scenic harbor cruises in Duluth, with indulgences at Tobies and dining at Blackwoods Restaurant, for a fee with a no-refund policy post-registration.