Plymouth announces its Halloween at the Lake event on Oct 24 with activities, games, dance party, touch-a-truck, food trucks, and encourages costumes; the event is free, details on parking to come.

The City of Mankato celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, highlighting the contributions of Hispanic Americans with local events from September 15 to October 15.

Mankato Public Safety responded to a house fire at 4:53 a.m.; no injuries reported due to smoke detectors alerting occupants. A suspect was later arrested for arson.

Youth basketball league for kids aged 7-12 offered by Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation, with practices and games starting in November/December. Volunteer coaches sought.

The Blaine Police Department announced the creation of the Blaine Police Community Alliance to enhance communication and partnership between police and residents.

Mankato invites residents to a meeting on stormwater pollution prevention on Sept 25, focusing on collaborative environmental efforts across the region.

Maple Grove’s Fire Station 5 hosted a fire safety storytime for kids, allowing them to explore a fire truck and learn about firefighting in an engaging way.

Ramsey County officials addressed scrutiny over a temp employee's social media remarks, reaffirming their commitment to community values and stating an internal review is ongoing.

The Blaine Police Department hosted a "Coffee with a Cop" event for community dialogue, as part of a larger movement to improve police-civilian relations.

A young boy, Harrison, shared his birthday with Mankato Police by bringing them donuts instead of having a traditional party. The department thanked him on social media for the gesture.

The Brooklyn Park Fire Department is hosting an Open House on October 4 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., offering educational activities and demonstrations on fire safety.

Minneapolis police received a tip about an illegal firearm while offering coffee to a homeless person, which led to the arrest of a felon and the seizure of a "ghost gun."

Apple Valley and Dakota Valley Recycling host a clean-up event on September 20th for disposing of oversized or unusual waste. Proof of residency required.