St. Louis Park has launched a rebate program for residents who purchase eco-friendly appliances, offering up to $300 in savings on items like Energy Star-rated machines and WaterSense toilets.

Coon Rapids adopted an ordinance allowing residents to keep bee hives after a two-year study, provided they complete a course and obtain a permit. Beekeepers must follow guidelines to ensure community harmony.

Eden Prairie seeks commission members, holds a student contest for Black History Month, releases a water treatment podcast, and reviews commission achievements and plans.

Woodbury opens the sale of 2024-2025 dog licenses, which include Andy's Bark Park access. Owners must license dogs 6 months and older by March 31, 2024, with fees varying for residents and non-residents. Proof of rabies vaccination is required.

Eden Prairie announced a Black History Month Words in Action Contest for K-12 students, encouraging them to interpret quotes from Black civil rights leaders through art, writing, or multimedia. Winners will be recognized at a City Council meeting.

Brooklyn Park Police Department hosts a fully booked Women's Personal Safety Class to enhance self-defense skills and community bonds for local women.

Washington County Library is hosting a series of January events including the Winter Reads program, author discussions, a jigsaw puzzle competition, and upcycled art projects, closing briefly for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

The AARP Foundation Tax Aide program offers free tax help for older, low-income individuals starting February 6, by appointment, aiming to alleviate tax season stress.

Mamie Ruhmann, a Bloomington paid-on-call firefighter with degrees in fire science and nursing, combines her medical expertise with firefighting skills in her nearly five-year career.

Liz Olney walked every street in Bloomington, making it the eighth city completed in her urban walking quest, uncovering community depths and connecting with neighborhoods on a personal level.

BCAT in Bloomington invites locals to create content for its platform, offering affordable classes and hands-on training with experts to learn TV production skills.

Dakota County libraries have eliminated overdue fines for all patrons in a move to boost inclusivity and encourage more residents to use library resources.

The City of Minneapolis has launched a $1 million Partnership Engagement Fund to enhance community connections and public safety, requiring applicants to collaborate with neighborhood organizations.