The Coon Rapids Farmers Market opens on June 18, featuring local produce, crafts, and more, inviting vendors to participate and offering weather updates online.

The Minneapolis Health Department is tackling restaurant food waste by promoting reduction strategies, with benefits like tax breaks for participating businesses.

The Maple Grove Police Department partnered with Noodles to support the Maple Grove Explorers youth program through a fundraiser involving dine-in and online noodle orders.

Minneapolis Food Council seeks new members to advise on urban food policies; application deadline is March 31.

Mankato Police Explorers Post #243 is hosting a Pasta Feed fundraiser at The Loose Moose to support their participation in a state conference for aspiring law enforcement officers.

Minnesota's ACBC Food Shelf experiences a 15% rise in visits, with 1 in 5 households facing food insecurity. They aim to raise $100,000 and 150,000 pounds of food, with donations until April 6 magnified by the Minnesota Foodshare March Campaign.

The Brooklyn Park Crime Prevention Association and Lion's Club are hosting a waffle breakfast to encourage community engagement with local safety initiatives.

Ruby's Pantry at Lord of Life Church offers monthly food distribution on the fourth Friday for a $25 donation, providing food worth $100-$125 with varying items including perishables.

Ramsey County's Food Waste Diversion Program encourages businesses to reduce waste by offering incentives like a 20% food license discount for donating food or composting, aligning financial benefits with environmental and community goals.

Blaine Police Department praises Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co. for excellent coffee and hospitality, signifying the coffee shop's role in community building and cultural exchange in Blaine, Minnesota.

A new Chipotle Mexican Grill has opened in Maple Grove's southwest corridor, promising a variety of fresh Tex-Mex dishes to residents seeking more local dining options.

Ramsey County's Holiday Food Resources Guide offers free holiday meals, food events, and discounted groceries to support residents facing financial strain during the festive season.

A guide from Ramsey County details food safety practices for hotel breakfast buffets, focusing on temperature control, source approval, preventing cross-contamination, and staff health policies.