Lt. General Julius Becton Jr., a pioneering Black director of FEMA, made significant contributions to emergency management during his tenure from 1985 to 1989, overseeing response to nearly 100 disasters.

The Coon Rapids Recycling Center introduced an 'Odds and Ends' trailer to accept a variety of new recyclable items, aiming to make recycling more accessible and reduce landfill waste.

Minneapolis hosts the Community Connections Conference with a focus on environmental justice, offering workshops, networking, and free transit. It also includes a showcase of the Minneapolis Forward video series and discussions on community safety.

Burnsville held a vigil for three fallen public safety officers, warning against scam donation efforts while confirming official information would be provided on their website.

The Saint Paul Police Department commemorates the eleventh anniversary of Officer Josh Lynaugh's death, honoring his service and remembering his legacy.

Minneapolis police cadets visited the Minnesota African American Heritage Museum to learn about local history, part of an initiative aimed at fostering community trust and understanding.

St. Louis Park's 'Arrive + Thrive' initiative concludes its second phase, gathering community input on city gateway developments via pop-ups and surveys, with final recommendations anticipated in the coming months.

Brooklyn Park's annual Arbor Day Tree Sale will offer bare-root trees for $59, available for pick-up on May 4. Residents must place their orders by April 28 to participate in the event.

Coon Rapids has a new recycling trailer for unconventional items like makeup and dental floss. The local center is involving residents in eco-friendly practices with its expanded recycling options.

Eden Prairie residents raised over $8,000 and donated 336 pounds of food to the local PROP food shelf, exceeding their fundraising goal and demonstrating significant community support.

The North Suburban Home Show, offering free entry, will take place at the Andover YMCA Community Center on March 9, featuring industry professionals, with attendees encouraged to donate to the ACBC Food Shelf.

Wright County invites seniors over 55 to a volunteerism event, Coffee Connections, hosted by AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP at Dunn Brothers Coffee on February 23 from 9-10 a.m.

Wright County is seeking nominations for the Farm Family of the Year to honor a family contributing significantly to agriculture and community life. Nominations are due by March 15.