Plymouth announces its Drop-Off Days for residents to dispose of unwanted items on April 26-27, with discounts for online prepayment for larger items. Proof of residency is required.

St. Louis Park, MN, is actively promoting various sustainability initiatives in renewable energy, waste reduction, and environment-friendly technologies, with city staff providing guidance and hosting informational events.

Maple Grove Mayor, Mark Steffenson, provided a state of the city update, detailing park and community center enhancements, real estate developments, and commercial growth, per the city's official release.

The Twin Cities are conducting a survey until April 14 to gather public feedback on accessibility and ADA compliance, with a variety of language options available for participation.

The City of Plymouth is hosting its Drop-Off Days on April 26-27 for residents to dispose of unwanted items, with a free drop-off period and discounted rates with a prepurchased pass.

St. Louis Park celebrated a snowplow naming contest, sharing the event on Facebook and highlighting the fun and appreciation for the city's winter services.

St. Paul Parks and Recreation opens registration for its summer and school-year preschool programs, emphasizing education and fun, with details available on their Facebook page.

The Maple Grove State of the City video for 2024, featuring Mayor Mark Steffenson, discusses the ongoing expansion of the Community Center, park recreation activities, and the active real estate and economic growth in the city.

A snowstorm creates challenging grooming conditions for ski trails at Piedmont and Lester due to an unfrozen ground and slushy snow. The grooming crew's efforts might not yield ideal skiing surfaces.

Mankato is hosting an Arbor Day Poster Contest for K-5 students, with the winners getting trees planted in their honor. Submissions are due by April 9.

Saint Paul has initiated the "Train like a Hero" event to encourage community fitness, featuring activities like obstacle courses and climbing walls, scheduled for May 11 at McMurray Fields.

The Brooklyn Park Environmental Health Division will start property inspections on April 8 to ensure compliance with city codes, and violators will receive correction notices. Residents can use a checklist on the city's website to prepare.

Charles Nies will become the next Chancellor of the University of Minnesota Duluth, effective July 1, 2024, pending approval from the Board of Regents.