Community members joined law enforcement in honoring the legacy of George Bickham with a basketball event at Bickham Court.

Maple Grove is set to crown new community ambassadors at an event on July 18, where thirteen candidates will vie for the roles in the Ambassador Scholarship Program.

Brooklyn Park's Recycling Week emphasizes sustainable waste management, urging residents to follow proper cart placement and material guidelines and offers an informative recycling app.

The Apple Valley encourages urban composting, supplying guidelines for eco-friendly and neighborly practices, and offering resources for assistance and supplies.

City Hall resumes normal operations, Council approves a grant for Rise Up Center, and public service events and infrastructure projects are underway in Ward 10.

Coon Rapids enforces an odd/even sprinkling ban to conserve water in the summer, with leniency for recent plantings and private wells. The measure lasts until August 31.

The Maple Grove Police Department encourages a '9 P.M. Lock-Up' routine via social media to improve community safety and prevent property crime during summer.

The Minneapolis Police Department honored two Somali-American officers, Sergeant Mukhtar Abdulkadir as Officer of the Year and Commander Abdirahman Ali as Community Hero of the Year, at a festival celebrating Somali-American heritage.

Minnesota Task Force 1 deploys to Texas for flood recovery, including five rescuers and two trained search dogs.

Ward 9 in Minneapolis hosted a neighborhood cleanup around Lake Street with local engagement, organized by the Ward 9 Team and residents, as shared by Jason Chavez on Facebook.

The Minneapolis Police played basketball with local kids in a community engagement initiative, fostering positive interactions and trust between officers and the community.

Plymouth's Environmental Academy offers free monthly classes on sustainability, starting with a park tour on Aug. 21, and covers topics like tree care, food production, water quality, and stormwater management. Applications close Aug. 15.

The Coon Rapids Pet Fair, featuring a pet/owner costume contest and other attractions, will take place on September 20, 2025, at the Coon Rapids Civic Center.