Baylor Regional Park beach is closed due to water quality and safety concerns; other park facilities remain open while the Parks Department addresses the issue.

The City of Duluth, MN is seeking food and retail vendors for the "Boatloads of Fun" event during the Festival of Sail on July 10 at Gichi-Ode' Akiing (Lake Place Park).

Mankato's Department of Public Safety seeks compassionate recruits via social media, highlighting training and professional growth opportunities without detailing salaries or qualifications.

Minneapolis is enhancing food waste reduction efforts through new programs, grants, and community initiatives, as seen at the ReFED Summit and reported by Homegrown News.

CenterPoint Energy's infrastructure upgrade in Edina will start July 21, 2025, replacing aging gas mains. Residents can expect street disruptions for about two months.

St. Louis Park's free Summer Concert Series includes a variety of genres, with the next event featuring Bossa Soul on July 9 at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater.

Rice County's Twin Oaks housing project wins an Achievement Award for enhancing community and economic development in Faribault's north side, focusing on affordable homes for the workforce.

A cooking fire on Wellington Street in Duluth was quickly extinguished by the homeowner; fire crews responded and no injuries were reported, with damages estimated at $15,000.

Dakota County Historical Society plans an event series for America's 250th anniversary, with the first exploring the Declaration of Independence, hosted by historian Frank Sachs at the Lawshe Memorial Museum.

Ridgedale Commons is set to host summer events including "Summer in the Commons: Evening Jazz" on July 25 and "Carnival at the Commons" on August 9, with details on Minnetonka's website.

Plymouth History Center introduces a free Story Time series for families at Old Town Hall, blending storytelling with activities to teach children about local history.

Maple Grove's Teen Academy offers teens hands-on experience with police work, aiming to build community trust and inspire future law enforcement careers.

Morrison County announced a series of meetings, including discussions on local planning, community development, and infrastructure, inviting public participation.