Minnesota's AASD and DSD are implementing new programs including the 2025-2026 NCI initiative and an HCBS cooperative grant pilot to enhance services for the elderly and disabled.

The North Environmental Center in Forest Lake will host a confidential document shredding event for local residents on November 6, providing free disposal for various items year-round.

The Duluth 1200 Fund celebrates its 40th anniversary, reflecting on its role in local business development, job creation, and the preservation of Duluth's Historic District.

Plymouth offers a Pumpkin Drop for residents to recycle their Halloween pumpkins as animal food, ensuring an eco-friendly way to repurpose holiday leftovers.

Coon Creek Watershed District is offering grants for water-related educational projects, with funding from $500 to $1,000 for eligible educators and groups.

The Minnesota Department of Public Safety is actively working against illegal online gambling to protect both consumers and the state's legal gaming industry.

Mankato opens Special Event Support Grant applications for event planners to receive funding and promote local tourism and diversity of events. Deadline: Dec. 5.

Minneapolis Government advocates for road safety during National School Bus Safety Week, emphasizing the importance of stopping 20 feet from school buses with flashing red lights and extended stop arms.

Mankato has announced its annual leaf collection service starting October 27, ensuring clean streets and reduced hazards, with guidelines for leaf disposal and potential weather-related schedule changes.

St. Louis Park's fall street sweeping begins October 27, with residents urged to avoid parking on the streets from 7 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, and to check an interactive map for their area's schedule.

Bloomington Police Department's holiday initiative, Uniforms United, supported by a Walmart grant, aims to honor local military members and veterans with gifts and recognition.

Brooklyn Park is hosting its annual Living Well Resource Fair offering information, services, and resources to help improve community members' quality of life.

Hennepin County began construction on the Westonka Library in Mound, focusing on community needs and sustainability, with features like solar panels and geothermal systems.