The Coon Rapids Recycling Center has extended its hours for the spring and summer, now open Tuesday to Saturday, with later hours on Wednesdays, to better accommodate residents’ recycling needs.

Registration is open for the annual Safety Camp in Blaine, Spring Lake Park, and Mounds View, focusing on teaching incoming 4th graders essential safety skills through engaging activities on August 14-15.

Minneapolis residents are invited to enter a lottery by midnight for a chance to buy a $30 tree to help increase the urban tree canopy, especially in less verdant Green Zones.

Maple Grove's Cross Fill the Truck event collected 905 pounds of food and $1,651 in donations to aid local assistance programs, with police and fire department staff supporting the effort.

St. Louis Park's brush drop-off site opens on April 2, 2024, for residents to dispose of yard waste, while curbside collection starts on April 8 without extra fees.

Mankato City staff are seeking further input from residents to shape the city's strategic plan, focusing on livability, transportation, economy, housing, recreation, and communications during upcoming Town Hall Meetings.

Police Chief Brian O'Hara hosted a second Iftar dinner in Minneapolis, symbolizing his commitment to fostering unity between law enforcement and the Muslim community.

St. Louis Park residents can use a free brush drop-off site starting April 2nd for spring yard cleaning. Proof of residency is required. The site is open weekly until October and on weekends in November.

Apple Valley's Home & Garden Expo, held at Eastview High School on April 6th, invites residents to engage with local Code Enforcement officers from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Woodbury YMCA remains open during Central Park's renovation, ensuring continued access for locals and fitness enthusiasts, with updated hours and information available on their website.

The RH Stafford Library in Woodbury remains open with a temporary entrance during Central Park's construction, aiming for a grand reopening in fall 2025.

Washington County hosts a medication "Take Back" event on April 20 at Wildwood Elementary for safe and anonymous disposal of unwanted drugs, excluding business medication.

The Minneapolis Health Department emphasizes helmet use to prevent brain injuries, noting the positive local response and consistent expert advice on the importance of protective headgear for cyclists.