The Minnesota State Patrol weaves wellness support into its operations, with Chaplain John Morris and Dr. Amy Schweigert leading mental health initiatives for troopers facing traumatic events.

Bloomington starts construction of a new community health and wellness center with diverse services, funded by a sales tax increase and slated to open in fall 2027.

The Anoka County Highway Department is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, where donors are needed and rewarded with a T-shirt and a $10 Amazon gift card.

Maple Grove Police Department uses social media to remind community about safe trail riding and adherence to vehicle rules in fall, emphasizing the use of e-bikes and scooters within legal guidelines.

Washington and Ramsey Counties offer a Free Mend-It Clinic on November 15 for residents to repair textiles and learn mending skills.

Coon Rapids Police Department is seeking Community Service Officer applicants, primarily law students, to perform tasks including police dispatch, animal control, and traffic management, with part-time pay between $26.07 and $32.49 per hour.

Anoka County honored the volunteers of its Medlink Transportation Program with a luncheon for driving residents to medical appointments, highlighting the service's importance and the total miles and hours contributed.

St. Louis Park, Minnesota offers a free organics drop-site program for multifamily residents without city collection service or on-site organics collection, aiming for sustainability and reduced landfill waste.

Maple Grove celebrated the graduation of new D.A.R.E. instructors trained by local officers Laurel Slawson and Justin Smith to combat drug abuse and violence.

The Coon Rapids Police Department is hosting a drug take-back event on October 25th for safe disposal of unwanted prescriptions to reduce abuse and environmental harm.

Bloomington Police partner with SAVE to launch Minnesota's first loss teams, providing support for suicide survivors through immediate assistance and empathetic care.

Eden Prairie residents are reminded of yard waste management options including the Yard Waste Site hours, curbside pickup, composting at home, hazardous waste disposal, and energy conservation tips.

Rice County reports a decrease in drug overdose deaths, with families sharing their stories to combat the opioid crisis that claimed the lives of their loved ones to fentanyl.