Captain Brady Madson retires from the Coon Rapids Police Department after over three decades of service, with a role progression from Reserve Officer to Captain, as shared in a social media post.

Minneapolis invites feedback on 1st Avenue N redesign during an Open House at the Central Library on June 10, ensuring community input shapes the project.

Minneapolis is hosting Bryant Avenue Planting Day for greening the city and helping wildlife on June 7, where volunteers can plant flowers and improve rain gardens.

The Eden Prairie Community Center unveils summer activities, including fitness classes, member perks, a Parkinson's Resource Fair, and a Party for Pride event. They also welcome Josh Rockey as the new Recreation Supervisor.

City officials remind residents to prepare for Recycling Week and introduce organics recycling, emphasizing correct recycling practices and cart placement.

Washington County is holding a household hazardous waste and electronics disposal event on October 11 at Lily Lake Ice Arena, offering free recycling and shredding services.

The Minneapolis Police Department honored Officer Jamal Mitchell on the anniversary of his death, who was shot while responding to a call and is now remembered with a banner on the MPD flag.

Mankato residents are invited to create pollinator gardens, with a city-provided incentive offering free wildflower seeds and an educational workshop on the importance of pollinators.

The Eden Prairie Police Department has welcomed a new social worker, Caitlin Hurley, to enhance community support services, as highlighted on the EPPD blog.

Minnesota will increase oversight of its autism and housing services as "high risk" from June 1 to ensure better use of resources for children, disabled, and elderly.

Dakota County offers discounted curbside mattress pick-up until Oct 1, partnering with Certified Recycling; first item $60, additional $40 each, with recycling and donation options.

Eden Prairie is preparing for summer with community engagement activities, a sustainability focus, free fitness programs, music events, educational webinars on electricity use, a run against human trafficking, and quality drinking water confirmation.

Coon Rapids' "Summer in the City" program invites residents to meet city officials and first responders in parks, enjoy free ice cream and water, discuss local issues, and view public works equipment.