ACOSI is hosting an event on October 4 to educate on opioids, offer resources, Naloxone, and recovery stories, aiming to connect the community to services.

St. Louis Park residents can shape their city's future through Vision 4.0, with surveys, a virtual town hall on September 16, and a community event on September 20.

Bent Creek Woods celebrated with local emergency services after donating 316 pounds of food during Eden Prairie's Night to Unite, winning an ice cream social.

Mankato's Sweat for Vets event, featuring activities like a truck pull, raised funds to support local veterans, with active participation from local public safety personnel.

The Rec Center is hiring part-time concession stand staff with shifts during the week and weekends, requiring customer service and daily cleaning. Applications are due by September 28th.

Minnetonka Business Council is hosting a free meeting on energy savings and renewable energy for local businesses on Sept. 17, offering insights and resources like energy assessments and equipment rebates.

The Coon Rapids Police Department promotes its Police Explorers program for youths aged 14-20 to experience law enforcement careers, with training in various scenarios.

The Minneapolis Police Department has increased patrols near schools and places of worship following a shooting, with Community Safety Officers visiting over 135 schools to improve security and community trust.

The "Oh poop!" exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair educated visitors on wastewater treatment and proper sanitation with interactive displays and activities.

BookMother won the 2025 Hatch Bloomington business pitch competition, securing $100,000 to start a bookstore-coffee shop, aligning with the city's community development goals.

Scott County offices will be closed on September 16th from 8:45-10:15 AM for a staff event, affecting customer service, land records, and passport services.

The Saint Paul Police Department's soccer program fosters community ties and mentorship for kids, showing sports' positive impact on youth-law enforcement relationships.

The article highlights the role of Coon Rapids Police Department officers in ensuring safety at the 2025 Minnesota State Fair, noting their nostalgic social media post about the event.